When you're on your social media, you need to know that it's not reality.
Talking Points:
- Social media allows you to create a world that is not real because you can create a false sense of self based on the pictures you post.
- The enemy wants you to hide in the darkness and feel unworthy and unloved but God wants you to be free. When you’re honest about the good and the bad, you can have authentic, healthy relationships with others. 1 John 1:7-10
- It’s important to find a trusted friend and mentor with whom you can be honest about your struggles and a person who will point you towards God.
Discussion Questions:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Share the pressures you feel because of social media. How have you seen your friends struggle with it?
- In your opinion, why do you think students care so much about social media and how they are represented on it?
- Read 1 John 1:7-10. What is this passage saying about truth and honesty? Do you feel like you are representing yourself in a truthful way on social media platforms? Explain.
- Why is truth and genuineness necessary for real relationships? How does this work in our relationship with God?
- What are some things you need to be honest about in your life? Who would be a good person to talk to about those things?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
