Social media nowadays are really powerful. Whatever you post can have an impact on other people that follow your account. As a Christian, I make it a point to be careful about the posts on my wall. I will never use the social media for shaming other people or a person because if you do that, you’ve undermined the integrity of the person. Unintentionally, sometimes we are posting our achievements in our account. And for that, be aware that people’s reaction is not always good as they have their own perceptions. So for me, I will think first if I do really need to post it. Most of the time, I use my social media account to spread the Word of God.
— Lorena Angeles
As a Christian, we should think first before posting on social media. We should think if what we are posting is morally right. It doesn’t mean that we can’t be ourselves in that way. It just means that we are thinking first before doing anything and we should be responsible for our actions. Without basic morals the world would fall into more chaos than it is already in.
Generally speaking, Christians or not, people should be kind to one another and avoid doing things which can cause harm for other people. As a Christian, we need to consider other people’s feelings or emotions.
— Ludy Dapno
In a democratic society we have the right to express our feelings towards something or someone. Social media is one of the platforms for such expressions. It may be feelings of being happy, sad, hurt, disappointment, etc. The important thing we should always remember in posting something in the social media is to evaluate if it will hurt anybody or if it will give people a negative impression about us. It is very easy for us to type, click and post but it can be difficult for us to explain ourselves or make any amendments once our posts receive a negative feedback.
Harsh criticism online is a problem nowadays. Most people are fond of criticising others but cannot see their own faults. We are not perfect and we can also commit mistakes so we should never judge others. But one thing we can do is not to say something harsh when we are upset by a problem. We should first keep any complaints in our hearts, think twice, and avoid saying something that in the end we will regret.
— Estela Marie Docto
When we are not in good terms with a person, we should not use social media to release our anger. This will worsen our relationship with people and the process of reconciliation may be hard. Gossiping is also a big NO. Instead we should go and talk with that person and try to clarify the matters face to face.
As we celebrate the 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines. The Chaplaincy to Filipino Migrants organises an on-line talk every Tuesday at 9.00pm. You can join us at:
https://www.Facebook.com/CFM-Gifted-to-give-101039001847033
While posting on Facebook, we should just focus on our own lives but not those of others. I also remind myself that I should avoid comparing my life with others’ lives. When we have an achievement that can help motivate others, we may share it on Facebook without bragging and self-centredness.
If you want to help others in need, do it discreetly. Matthew 6:3 says, “But when you give alms, do not let your left hand know what your right is doing.”
For me social media should be used as a channel to share love, understanding and above all to give glory to God and be thankful for all blessings received.
— Analyn Mariano
I refrain from debating about any beliefs especially regarding religious matters. Many people share their articles, photos, thoughts or videos and I may not agree with some of them, but I will never attack that person harshly.
— Rizalina Sagritalo
We should not brag about our accomplishments in the social media. False information should be avoided by fact-checking. Moreover, we should be honest and calm, and never vent our anger on someone online or embarrass others.
— Christian Torrigue
