#141: Youth and Social Media

#141: Youth and Social Media

From Jesus Alone is God by Jesus Alone is God

April 18, 2026 · 1h 30m · Season 4 · Episode 13

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This episode discusses the impact of social media on youth, highlighting its spiritual and moral dangers.

Email: hpaulsilas@hotmail.com https://apostolicinternational.com/ Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/YOUTH_AND_SOCIAL_MEDIA.pdf This sermon addresses the growing influence of social media and the internet on young people, warning of its spiritual, moral, and practical dangers. Drawing from Acts 17:21, it compares modern digital culture to ancient Athens, where people spent their time endlessly sharing and consuming trivial information. Likewise, today’s world is absorbed in constant online communication—often lacking spiritual value and depth. The sermon emphasizes that much of online interaction promotes “foolish talking” and idle communication, which Scripture warns against (Ephesians 5:4). With the addition of technology, the tongue’s power is amplified through typing and posting, making it easier to spread gossip, negativity, and meaningless content. This creates a culture of distraction and self-indulgence, pulling young people away from spiritual growth and discipline. It also highlights the vulnerability of youth in the digital age. Scientific insights show that the part of…

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