I came across a story that left such an impression on me, I felt compelled to share it with you.
Two friends, Jim and Steve, were spending time together when they decided to go back to Jim’s house. As they stepped inside, Steve noticed something unusual in the living room, a religious altar. It featured a cross and an open Bible resting on a wooden stand.
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Steve had no issue with religion and knew Jim attended church, but he couldn’t help thinking the altar was a bit odd. Curious, he asked his friend about it.
Jim’s response was thoughtful and profound. He explained that the altar was a place where his family would gather to reflect on their day, spend quality time together, and reconnect with God.
Then Jim added something unexpected: “You have an altar too, Steve. You just use it differently.”
Confused, Steve paused for a moment before asking what he meant.
Jim smiled and said, “You know that box in your living room? The television? That’s become the new altar, and it’s in almost every home. People have replaced grounding themselves in faith and family with being entertained by a tele-vision a device delivering "telepathically placed visions.”
The comparison struck a chord. How many of us take time to count our blessings, pray, or honor our faith, yet most of us have at least one TV in our family space (I’m guilty too)?
Our earthly world has worked tirelessly to distract and disconnect us from faith. It’s become a contest of programming, reprogramming, and indoctrination to shape how we think, believe, and live. What is the irony of it all? The truth is often right in front of us, so obvious that it’s overlooked.
Food for thought. Have a great Friday!
God Bless,
Lynn
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Haven't had one of those infernal things for over 30 years. And with the internet (I do a lot of political research), why have a telly at all? They mess people up. The worst thing that you can do for a sprog is sit 'em in front of one of those things. They mess up their concept of reality. Been there, bought the T-shirt, and I'm still pissed my parents had me without having enough money to send me to the Starfleet Academy so I could work with Vulcans, and I'm 62 now. (I just HAD to add that.)
ReplyDeleteSmart person! I should get rid of mine too.
DeleteI would say the telly is more of a modern campfire than it is an altar. But there is an ecclesiastic connotation to it in the sense that in the past, before newspapers were common, going to church was a way for people to hear the latest new, just like today watching the tv.
ReplyDeleteI do see your point to that..
DeleteOur tv is basically a computer monitor for watchi ng movies and documentaries about art and the things we pick to watch rather than having it shoved down our throats. Travel and take a break from the tv altar, i just spent 3 days in DC looking at art and saw theyre putting up Trump's inaugeration bleachers at the Capitol.
ReplyDeleteHow was the vibe in DC? Last time i was there it was super liberal and kind of unsettling with Antifa around. Glad you got to see some art though and see the finer things in life!
DeleteYes Robert! Do tell! I have my flight and hotel booked and have a possible connection to get tickets to the inauguration. I thought it was just first come first served. Also curious about the vibe! 🇨🇦♥️🇬🇧
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