October 09 2006
The Dangers of Blogging
posted by Ana Samways at 3:12 pmBloggers are going to hell one post at a time, according to Kevin D. Denee of the Restored Church of God’s Ambassador Youth magazine.
“Should teenagers and others in the Church express themselves to the world through blogs? Because of the obvious dangers; the clear biblical principles that apply; the fact that it gives one a voice; that it is almost always idle words; that teens often do not think before they do; that it is acting out of boredom; and it is filled with appearances of evil — blogging is simply not to be done in the Church. It should be clear that it is unnecessary and in fact dangerous on many levels.
He explains that a little bit of harmless blogging can lead to harder blogging …
Then there is the danger of addiction. Literally some become so addicted to blogging, posting and instant messaging that other parts of their lives are neglected. Even when such people are away from their computers they will post updates through their cellphones.
He discusses the language used in blogs.
“Phrases such as “screwed up,” “I dunno,” and every type of swear word are commonly used. One blog by a young twentysomething in a splinter used the acronym “OMG,” which is a shorthand way to take God’s name in vain.”
He summarises that the largest problem with blogs is they cater to users’ vanity.
“If you post mundane details of your life, you are in effect saying that your life is important and that people should read about it. Also, whether or not you admit it, having a blog with your name, your picture and your opinions strokes the human ego—it lifts you up. It essentially advertises the self! Many teenagers say, “Listen to me, world, and what I have to say,” when they should be focused on changing and cleaning up their lives. If you blog, are you sure you do not partially enjoy it because your carnal nature is inclined toward vanity?
Full diatribe here.
October 9th, 2006 at 5:33 pm
To be fair, much of that is correct.
If it was in my interest to keep the fleece over my flocks eyes then I too would discourage bloggage.
October 10th, 2006 at 12:10 pm
Actually I see blogging as a way forward for the church. It can encourage young people to ask the questions they can’t ask some adults face to face. Youth pastors should be using a blog of their own to initiate interaction between their young people. It’s a way to know what our young people are thinking …let’s use it…after all it’s here to stay!
October 10th, 2006 at 1:48 pm
Am I the only one that found this hilarious? Perhaps its having a dad as a pastor, the constant struggle to stamp out the individual and encourage blind faith, “do not ask questions”. Why is everything the ol’ pastor doesn’t understand all of a sudden become a sin? OMG its a bloody joke!