Way 5 - See through the media's distorted messages about sex

For those whose lives are according to the flesh think abou tthings of the flesh, but those whose lives are according to the Spirit, about the things of the Spirit. Romans 8:5

Sometimes it's hard being a Christian, especially when the world keeps pumping out messages that are contrary to your faith. The media is working around the clock in an attempt to rearrange your priorities. The media says that your appearance is all important, that your clothes are all important, that partying is all important and that sex should be "recreational". But guess what? Those messages are lies. Period. Are you willing to stand firm agians society's untrue messages? And are you willing to stand up for your faith? If so, you'll be doing yourself a king-sized favor. And consider this: When you begin to speak up for God, isn't it logical to assume that you'll also begin to know Him in a more meaningful way? Of course you will. So do yourself a favor: forget the media hype, and pay attention to God. Stand up for Him and be counted, not just in church where it's relatively easy to be a Christian, but also outside the church, where it's significantly harder. You owe it to God... and owe it to yourself.

The Bible says:

Do not love the world or the things in the world. If you love the world, the love of the Father is not in you. 1 John 2:15

For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world - our faith. 1 John 5:4

Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you seems to be wise in this age, let him become a fool that he may become wise. For the wisdom of the world is foolishness with God. For it is written, "He cathes the wise in their own craftiness." 1 Corinthians 3:18-19

Great thoughts:

The problem is that the culture seeps into the chruch, bringing with it a religion without commitment; spirituality without content; aspirations and talk and longing, fulfilment and needs, but not much concern about God. ~Eugene Peterson

Fashion is an enduring testimony to the fact that we live quite consciously before the eyes of others. ~John Eldredge

Summary: Don't trust the media's message: Many of the messages that you receive from themedia are specifically designed to sell you products that interfere with your spiritual, physical, or emotional health. God takes great interest in your health; the moguls from Madison Avenue take great interest in your pocketbook. Trust God.