10.21.18 - Small Group Discussion

Social Media - 140 Character Conflict

Main Point: iContact is no substitute for Eye Contact.

  • What’s one idea from the message that stood out to you? Why do you think it grabbed you?

  • When did you get your first cell phone?

  • Gossip and comments are no longer just spoken behind people’s backs. Is this positive or negative? Why?

  • Why is it easier to say things we shouldn’t when we’re not talking face-to-face with a person?

Read: Proverbs 11:27, 26:17-27.

  • Do you have examples of people who are surrounded by positive or negative people on social media because of how they handle themselves online?

  • Why is eye contact important in discussions?

  • Since eye contact is important, how do you handle discussions or quarrels where eye contact is not an option?

  • How do you balance blocking toxic influences with not getting tunnel-vision on your social media and being able to make a difference?

  • Are we called to be civil in all conversations? Why or why not?

  • How can you be a positive influence on social media this week?

Prayer: Pray that you handle your conversations with others appropriately.