Media effects on youth and parents

[MatthewG]

Yes, it's a part of life. I suppose the question is- because I dont know if I misunderstand you or not-
Just because sin is in the world and all over the Tv screen- does that mean we should allow kids to watch that wickedness on TV?
If that's what you're actually saying then, I absolutely disagree with you.

I don’t know what parents choose to do as far as what they let their children watch or not. I do not have children… and I know I seen chucky on tv but it wasn’t my moms fault. I don’t blame here for not being around me, and my dad not being there period.

That doesn’t stop a person who is a mom or dad who leaves their 10 year old kid at home alone and he get on tv and searching all kinds of whatever or the computer and never tell you about it type of deal…

Can you tell me. Is there a perfect “parent” out there? The only perfect parent I know is the “Father in Heaven.” Is there a so called “perfect child” in the world? Only know mature/complete (perfect) believers as Sons and Daughters of God but also, there are babes (immature in Christ.)

 

[PS95]

I don’t know what parents choose to do as far as what they let their children watch or not. I do not have children… and I know I seen chucky on tv but it wasn’t my moms fault. I don’t blame here for not being around me, and my dad not being there period.

That doesn’t stop a person who is a mom or dad who leaves their 10 year old kid at home alone and he get on tv and searching all kinds of whatever or the computer and never tell you about it type of deal…

Can you tell me. Is there a perfect “parent” out there? The only perfect parent I know is the “Father in Heaven.” Is there a so called “perfect child” in the world? Only know mature/complete (perfect) believers as Sons and Daughters of God but also, there are babes (immature in Christ.)

I'm sorry that your parents weren't there for you. It shouldnt be that way for any child.
You havent answered my question. Do you think that's ok or not?
I dont know what to make about what you are saying to be honest. You are on the verge of sounding like a sick loon, but you stop short. i will take that as a good thing- but I'm not sure.
Responsible parents generally dont leave young kids at home alone.
Nope, no perfect people. But, I dont know what that has to do with being a responsible parent? Your reasoning isnt sound.
Parents are to be good stewards of their children. Christian parents should never let their kids watch porn or anything on Tv that isnt age appopriate and moral.
Does that mean it is impossible for the kid to watch it some other way? No, but that doesnt mean that you should put that stuff into them!
Where is the basic common sense here?

 

[MatthewG]

I'm sorry that your parents weren't there for you. It shouldnt be that way for any child.
You havent answered my question. Do you think that's ok or not?
I dont know what to make about what you are saying to be honest. You are on the verge of sounding like a sick loon, but you stop short. i will take that as a good thing- but I'm not sure.
Responsible parents generally dont leave young kids at home alone.
Nope, no perfect people. But, I dont know what that has to do with being a responsible parent? Your reasoning isnt sound.
Parents are to be good stewards of their children. Christian parents should never let their kids watch porn or anything on Tv that isnt age appopriate and moral.
Does that mean it is impossible for the kid to watch it some other way? No, but that doesnt mean that you should put that stuff into them!
Where is the basic common sense here?

Then let’s forget about it, thank you. I don’t know what your question is. Should we live in a world so evil? I guess we should… it contrast from light and darkness. And we decide what we do with the time we have.

Though by our own nature we can be evil, it’s only the light of Jesus when we move away and are healed of our pain, and struggles though they may never completely go away…

And goodness is produced by the spirit of God given to us now because of faithfulness.

Aside from music and tv and what not? It’s not inheritly evil itself, it’s just what you may find on there, and I’m not sure of protecting kids from seeing violence on tv or not is good or bad…

If I decide to watch with my son an Army movie, is that bad? If there is a nude scene in that Army Movie should I close his eyes? I mean it’s just part of life… as long as no parents are hurting their kids I don’t think it’s a big deal no.

They are gonna learn something from it, good or bad.

 

[MatthewG]

Listen to a country song about getting a woman and layer her down in the backwoods I mean, that some presuming language… or I love me and only me or some type of song.

It comes in waves, some things are okay, something’s are pure evil, and something’s are better than the evil which is better in a good wholesome way of productivity and love? And not hatefulness.

Sometimes that evil leads a person to seek good… sometimes the good is so much they rather seek evil, and do things the their own way rather than take the narrow harder way.

 

[marks]

They are gonna learn something from it, good or bad.

Perhaps you just aren't aware of the physical damage these things can do to a child's brain. It's not a good thing. This stuff changes the way the child develops, and introduces life long problems that didn't have to be there, if only the parents would do their job!

Much love!

 

[PS95]

Then let’s forget about it, thank you. I don’t know what your question is. Should we live in a world so evil? I guess we should… it contrast from light and darkness. And we decide what we do with the time we have.

Though by our own nature we can be evil, it’s only the light of Jesus when we move away and are healed of our pain, and struggles though they may never completely go away…

And goodness is produced by the spirit of God given to us now because of faithfulness.

Aside from music and tv and what not? It’s not inheritly evil itself, it’s just what you may find on there, and I’m not sure of protecting kids from seeing violence on tv or not is good or bad…

If I decide to watch with my son an Army movie, is that bad? If there is a nude scene in that Army Movie should I close his eyes? I mean it’s just part of life… as long as no parents are hurting their kids I don’t think it’s a big deal no.

They are gonna learn something from it, good or bad.

Here- I will quote myself from post #40- That was my question. I suppose you just answered it. It's neither good nor bad to you. I disagree.

Yes, it's a part of life. I suppose the question is- because I dont know if I misunderstand you or not-
Just because sin is in the world and all over the Tv screen- does that mean we should allow kids to watch that wickedness on TV?
If that's what you're actually saying then, I absolutely disagree with you.

 

[PS95]

Listen to a country song about getting a woman and layer her down in the backwoods I mean, that some presuming language… or I love me and only me or some type of song.

It comes in waves, some things are okay, something’s are pure evil, and something’s are better than the evil which is better in a good wholesome way of productivity and love? And not hatefulness.

Sometimes that evil leads a person to seek good… sometimes the good is so much they rather seek evil, and do things the their own way rather than take the narrow harder way.

I would highly recommend that you dont have children unless you get your head on straight about this.
Sin is not OK. Teaching a child sin is not OK. Watching porn with Kids is NOT OK.
We are to raise our kids in the love and knowledge of God.

 

[MatthewG]

I would highly recommend that you dont have children unless you get your head on straight about this.
Sin is not OK. Teaching a child sin is not OK. Watching porn with Kids is NOT OK.
We are to raise our kids in the love and knowledge of God.

That’s good, . No one said watching porn with children is okay. It’s very wrong and it should be notified if you ever hear of such actions being done to them, yes it’s our place to protect children from harm. You’re not in the position to tell me whether or not I should or shouldn’t have children…

Again, if my son? Or my daughter wanted to watch an Army movie, is it okay? Is it okay to go watch a scary movie? It is all subjective to the parent and I don’t believe having sex with children is good at all… it’s horrible offense. And I can attest I’m not a child molester.

 

[MatthewG]

Perhaps you just aren't aware of the physical damage these things can do to a child's brain. It's not a good thing. This stuff changes the way the child develops, and introduces life long problems that didn't have to be there, if only the parents would do their job!

Much love!

If my son wants to watch an army movie. Do I let him? If it’s a horror movie? Do I let them? Some people say no. I believe it’s up to the Parent… and you don’t know how the child is gonna turn out… Jesus….

I turned out to be a meth addict, and doing drugs just about every single day, look at porn, etc… but I still believe in God and I believe his ways are good…

Do you want me to go back in time and change everything that happened to me? For the betterment of me? When betterment of me is only founded in Jesus Christ?

 

[PS95]

That’s good, . No one said watching porn with children is okay. It’s very wrong and it should be notified if you ever hear of such actions being done to them, yes it’s our place to protect children from harm. You’re not in the position to tell me whether or not I should or shouldn’t have children…

Again, if my son? Or my daughter wanted to watch an Army movie, is it okay? Is it okay to go watch a scary movie? It is all subjective to the parent and I don’t believe having sex with children is good at all… it’s horrible offense. And I can attest I’m not a child molester.

Matt, go back and read your replies from the start on this thread. It's honestly like putting together a jig saw puzzle trying to figure out what you are saying. You started out very different from what your saying now. I'm still not clear . I understand that your upbringing was not stellar, and I'm so glad that Christ is in your life now. Just please dont take the wrong that was done to you as a child as a good way to raise a child. It was not. Not to dis your parents but it was not. You are not your parents and can do it better.
I agree with you that nobody is perfect- far from it- but that never ever means that we shouldnt try to always do what is right. It's is FAR better to raise a child in morals and good behavior and healthy habits than to try to undo them later. Why would we do anything less? We are to be no part of this world. What that includes are some of the very things we have been talking about.
1 John 2:15-17
15Do not love the world nor the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 16For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world. 17The world is passing away, and also its lusts; but the one who does the will of God lives forever.

So naturally, if we are to avoid those things- we would never expose a child to it. We are to guide them in what's right, not include them in what's wrong with world and call it entertainment.. Why is it entertaining if it's wrong? It should be shameful to you.
No, sex isnt shameful as you eluded to that we thought earlier- of course not!- but it is between a married couple and private. It isnt for putting on TV while others watch you do it. Just the idea of that is from the pit.
Pray about these things, Matt, and ask the Lord for discernment. Ask Him to show you your sins- You know what? He will. I know you want to try to do the things that please the Lord.

an army movie?That obviously would depend on the age of the child and the movie's content. If there is foul language, nudity etc- No, it's not appropriate for a child. You are the role model for a child. Believe me, they watch ever single thing you do.--
Let kids be kids- teach them what love is and how to deal with emotions, how to treat others, how to view themselves properly, and how to be responsible and respectful, how to unwind without a screen in their face, what to do when they sin-- teach them about God, spend time doing things with them that are wholesome.
Kids of believers will have a hard enough time as it is in a sinful world- wanting to "fit in" while knowing it's better if they "stand out. " The last thing they need is a parent tempting them to sin.
Make sure they know that everything you teach them as a parent is because you love them and want what is best for them. isnt that how our Father teaches us? He tells us not to do this or that- not because he is a kill-joy but because it's not good for us.

My son used to get very mad at me when I didnt let him touch the stove. It was for his own good, right? He didnt understand that and got mad at me.- Being a parent isn't' easy and they may hate you for a time. That doesnt mean we should give in and let them burn themselves Same is true all of their lives.--- That is love.
When he/she grows up he/she will understand and thank you for being a parent that cared.
Many dont, & we have a lot of problem because of that.

 

[MatthewG]

There are many don’t and dos in life. I understand you @PS95. I’m just not going to be strict, just to be strict… and I’m not saying you don’t warn a child about harmful effect that can be negative…

Such as calling other people foul names,
Or playing with their feelings and lying to them… manipulating, cheating, abusing. No one said that those shouldn’t be implemented for discussion, with their children…

I’m all for it.

 

[PS95]

There are many don’t and dos in life. I understand you @PS95. I’m just not going to be strict, just to be strict… and I’m not saying you don’t warn a child about harmful effect that can be negative…

Such as calling other people foul names,
Or playing with their feelings and lying to them… manipulating, cheating, abusing. No one said that those shouldn’t be implemented for discussion, with their children…

I’m all for it.

ok good but Matt- the Lord is very serious about sexual immorality and porn is a part of that. It's all over scripture.
Just pray about it. He will guide you. - take care.

 

[MatthewG]

ok good but Matt- the Lord is very serious about sexual immorality and porn is a part of that. It's all over scripture.
Just pray about it. He will guide you. - take care.

God bless. Maybe some of that stuff just continues to keep me humble. Knowing that even Paul had a thorn he couldn’t pray off. The Lord is still good. And I only brought up the subject because it’s always swept under the rug anyway. Who knows what Paul’s thorn was, and atleast we could be transparent with each other! May Yahavah the God of Israel bless you and your children.

 

[PS95]

God bless. Maybe some of that stuff just continues to keep me humble. Knowing that even Paul had a thorn he couldn’t pray off. The Lord is still good. And I only brought up the subject because it’s always swept under the rug anyway. Who knows what Paul’s thorn was, and atleast we could be transparent with each other! May Yahavah the God of Israel bless you and your children.

Paul thorn was to keep him from exalting himself because he was taken to the 3rd heaven.

6Even if I wanted to boast, I would not be a fool, because I would be speaking the truth. But I refrain, so no one will credit me with more than he sees in me or hears from me, 7or because of these surpassingly great revelations. So to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. 8Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me.…

I dont know what you mean about sweeping anything under the rug. I think parents just have common sense about children or they dont.
Thank you for the blessing- and you as well.

 

[MatthewG]

Paul thorn was to keep him from exalting himself because he was taken to the 3rd heaven.

I don’t believe this is true. It could have been John that was taken up. Paul had a thorn in his side which he prayed to the LORD to take away, and his grace was sufficient enough…

That’s why faith is enough for us to get to Yahavah. It’s okay if you decide to believe what you say is true for yourself of course I don’t believe it to be so.

6Even if I wanted to boast, I would not be a fool, because I would be speaking the truth. But I refrain, so no one will credit me with more than he sees in me or hears from me, 7or because of these surpassingly great revelations. So to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. 8Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me.…

I dont know what you mean about sweeping anything under the rug. I think parents just have common sense about children or they dont.
Thank you for the blessing- and you as well.

Child abuse. It’s a hard subject.

The revelations pertained to Jesus Christ being the full filler of the Law and Prophets.

John has also revelation, which he wrote “Revelation” which Jesus was now revealed all that would happen concerning the Mount of Olives.

You have a good night. Time to wrap things up here at work.

 

[Jack]

I don’t believe this is true. It could have been John that was taken up. Paul had a thorn in his side which he prayed to the LORD to take away, and his grace was sufficient enough…

That’s why faith is enough for us to get to Yahavah. It’s okay if you decide to believe what you say is true for yourself of course I don’t believe it to be so.

Child abuse. It’s a hard subject.

The revelations pertained to Jesus Christ being the full filler of the Law and Prophets.

John has also revelation, which he wrote “Revelation” which Jesus was now revealed all that would happen concerning the Mount of Olives.

You have a good night. Time to wrap things up here at work.

What is Yahavah?

 

[MatthewG]

What is Yahavah?

It's part of the four letters known as YHVH. It's God's name. Most people do not believe God desires his name to be known.

If God is speaking here, it's important to listen to his words to Moses.

"But I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I might show you my power and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth." - Exodus 9:16

It's kind of common that people tend to be afraid a person is deceived or that they are not a faithful person because they use a weird name that they are unfamiliar with, when someone decides to use the personal name of God in front of people who never use his name at all.

Due to my run-ins with you, you tend to badger (you have at least me in the past.)

I hope you don't plan on badgering me out with this post to you, as I really mean all of these things from my heart.

(Which is not a concern with those who do not care one bit period!)

Most claim, or Many might conclude God is speaking of Jesus here, that would not be true in my opinion. Because God's name is YHVH/YHWH - Yahavah/Yahweh.

Jesus speaks (In prayer to his Father I believe here) saying: John 17:26 I made known to them your name, and I will continue to make it known, that the love with which you have loved me may be in them, and I in them.”

 

[Jack]

It's part of the four letters known as YHVH. It's God's name. Most people do not believe God desires his name to be known.

If God is speaking here, it's important to listen to his words to Moses.

"But I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I might show you my power and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth." - Exodus 9:16

It's kind of common that people tend to be afraid a person is deceived or that they are not a faithful person because they use a weird name that they are unfamiliar with, when someone decides to use the personal name of God in front of people who never use his name at all.

Due to my run-ins with you, you tend to badger (you have at least me in the past.)

I hope you don't plan on badgering me out with this post to you, as I really mean all of these things from my heart.

(Which is not a concern with those who do not care one bit period.)

Most claim God is speaking of Jesus here, that would not be true in my opinion. Because God's name is YHVH/YHWH - Yahavah/Yahweh.

Show us where Yahavah is in the Christian Bible. I think you're making it up.

 

[MatthewG]

"YHVH" @Jack. But im done now with your conversation :) You're just the same old you. Good bye.

 

[Jack]

"YHVH" @Jack. But im done now with your conversation :) You're just the same old you. Good bye.

Yeah, I'm still defending the Bible and you're still ATTACKING it like the Devil. You can't even find one Bible that says Yahavah! It's a GRIEVOUS sin to attack the Name of God Matt!