Christians and Social Media: How to Engage Effectively

In this episode of Effective Evangelism, Catherine Van Der Laan and Gil Banton tackle the challenging topic of how Christians should engage on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter). They discuss the pitfalls of online confrontation and political controversies, emphasizing that social media is a public street corner where our actions reflect on Christ.Drawing from biblical principles and personal experiences, Catherine and Gil explore how to speak the truth in love, honor others created in God's image, and prioritize genuine connection over performative posts. They challenge listeners to consider: "Is this what God would do?" and encourage personal spiritual formation as a key to effective online presence. Learn how to transform online interactions into opportunities for loving engagement and true discipleship.