Technology: 21st Century Idolatry?

Marcus & Amy OverstreetFDC 2009

Idolatry: What does the Bible say?

Galatians 5:19-21Exodus 20:1-61 Peter 4:3Isaiah 44:6-20Romans 1:25-26, 29-321 Co 10:13-14Colossians 3:5Ephesians 5:1-6

What does this mean for us?

ParentsSingles, Campus, Teens Idolatry affects our

decision-making Honest Deceitful Pure Impure

Technology becomes the tool for sin

Technology Becomes the Idol

Technology Becomes the Idol

• Laziness• Selfishness (stunted

social skills)• Anger• Violence• Foolish talk• Impurity• Measuring stick: What

do you spend most of your time doing?

Practical SuggestionsParents:• Avoid “don’t like it &

don’t understand it” arguments.

• Get to the heart. You will not be around to enforce boundaries forever.

• Get involved. Learn how to use technology. Use it to encourage.

Practical Suggestions

Parents:• Keep an eye on FB &

MySpace pictures.• Do not underestimate

“foolish talk” (Eph 5:4)– Check out the texts

(amount, times, who) each month.

– Proverbs 10:19: “Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.”

Practical SuggestionsALL:• Consider idolatry as

dangerous as deceit or impurity.

• Set boundaries: amt of time & time of day

• Understand good & bad of texts, FB, MySpace

Questions?