Counsel #3 — Clicks, Curiosity, Consequences

Picture: Counsel #3 — Clicks, Curiosity, ConsequencesCLi 90.1

The internet, the world’s most readily available resource, has revolutionized the world of pornography by making it the most easily accessible medium among all age groups. Over the years, explicit, inappropriate content has shifted away from magazines and DVDs and is now almost solely on online platforms, creating instant gratification for those who indulge in pornographic behavior across the planet.CLi 90.2

Currently, there is a growing concern about accessibility regarding the exposure of porn to minors due to the unrealistic expectations of relationships and sexuality it presents. It may be inevitable that kids and teenagers will browse online due to curiosity and external social influences, but there is still a way for parents to safeguard their child’s internet use by implementing parent controls on devices or activating safe search settings on browsers.^{[81]https://interamerica.org/2020/06/children-and-porn-whats-a-parent-to-do/}CLi 90.3

Additionally, seeking God’s guidance through prayer can help kids, teens and adults navigate the world-wide-web with more intention towards purity and accountability.CLi 90.4

“For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world.” 1 John 2:16 NIVCLi 90.5

“This is an age when corruption is teeming everywhere. The lust of the eye and corrupt passions are aroused by beholding and by reading.” Ellen White in Letters to Young Lovers, p. 26CLi 90.6

Reflect: When you’re on the internet, how many times do you see an inappropriate pop-up or message?CLi 90.7