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Social Media (Season 13, Episode 10)
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In this season, we’re discussing social issues – problems that are facing our society and what the Bible has to say about these issues.
Social media refers to the online networks (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) that allow users to communicate with one another via text posts, photos, videos, and more. It is one of the more significant technological breakthroughs of our time.
Like other technological advances [previous lesson], social media is not good or bad in itself – it depends on how it is used and what our attitude is toward it. Some will avoid social media altogether, possibly even discouraging or condemning others for using it. Some will immerse themselves in social media to the point of excess to the detriment of their personal relationships, work responsibilities, and overall health.
Mentioned in this episode:
- A 2016 survey found that 79% of Americans use Facebook (and 86% use the internet in general).
- In 2015, about 100 million hours of video were watched on Facebook every day.
- A 2017 report found that the average person will spend approximately 116 minutes a day on social media.
- A 2014 study found that 18% of social media users cannot go even a few hours without checking Facebook.
- Plain Bible Teaching on Facebook
- Plain Bible Teaching on Twitter
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