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NASB | Matthew 24:14 "This gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all the nations, and then the end will come. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 24:14 "This good news of the kingdom [the gospel] will be preached throughout the whole world as a testimony to all the nations, and then the end [of the age] will come. |
Bible Question: Does the Bible say anything against having a TV, radio, or any other new electronics? |
Bible Answer: Our TV's in the closet. That way, we are not tempted to just flick it on, out of passivity. We must make a choice, and choosing makes us more alive. TV is a cause of blandness and passivity in society. It is important, as Christians, that we don't dull our senses: "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect." (Romans 12:12) That said -- excellent programming COULD be on TV. So let's get out there and make it. There is still the problem of passivity, but in moderation it can be dealth with. And computers, for instance, allow for more interaction (I think to myself, as I post this note on the web). Most Christian radio and TV is not life - giving. It can take the power OUT of the gospel by being predictable and removed from the grit of daily life. Too often, it is like a hallmark card. |