Catechism: Social Media & My MissionSample

Have the past few days left you feeling convicted? Talking about putting our faith in action cuts us to the core. We have to be brutally honest with ourselves about areas in which we’re failing to align our words with our actions. 

It’s important to remember God isn’t calling us to live according to a set of rules or some impossible standard. Living out an authentic faith isn’t about rule-following; it’s a reflection of our personal relationship with the living God! Loving God means living like him and loving others the way he does.

When God is at work in our lives, we will work to serve others, for their good and his glory. We won’t just fill our feeds with complaints about our society and causes we say we support; we’ll work to restore the brokenness of the world to reflect God’s heart for people. 

Read Deuteronomy 10:12-22

Reflection Questions: 

1. According to the passage, what does God require of us? On our own, these commands seem impossible, but we don’t have to strive to achieve this by ourselves. What are some ways God equips us to help us obey him? 
2. Does your social media presence show people what following Jesus is like? Before you post, ask yourself: Does this reflect God? Am I willing to take action for this cause? Ask God to give you wisdom and surround yourself with godly people who will hold you accountable.  
3.  Is God showing you people, a cause, or a particular area that needs your help? Are you realizing that taking action is going to cost you something? God will equip you. Ask him to give you the courage to boldly act when others are silent.