Be Careful What You Like On Facebook

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Facebook can be great...sometimes.

For me, Facebook serves 3 main purposes.  First, it's a platform to talk about Jesus.
Secondly, it's a place where I can share photos with friends and family who aren't local enough to see my kids that often.
Thirdly, I use it to add a bit of levity to life from time-to-time.

But here's a serious caution for Facebook users: be careful what you 'LIKE'.

When you LIKE something on Facebook, most people read that as an affirmation of the photo, the article, the source (i.e. website) of the photo or article, or whatever you are liking.  Most people don't take time to think about the nuances of what you like - they assume you are 'good' with everything that you've LIKED.

And so if you are a Christian, remember this: when poor choices are made by others on Facebook and you - in a desire to be nice - LIKE a photo, most people see that as an 'atta-boy'. 

When you LIKE photos of friends or family that are showing them engaged in some questionable behavior, most people assume you are ok with that behavior.

When you LIKE provocative photos - even if they are of friends or family - most people start to make conclusions on what you think it acceptable and what's not acceptable.

And here's the truth: you don't need to LIKE anything.  If you aren't sure if your LIKE will be perceived in the wrong way...then simply don't click anything at all...just walk away.

I REALLY want to encourage every Christian to REALLY think about what you are LIKING on Facebook.  Please, realize that if you identify as a follower of Christ you are not just saying you like something, but - whether you want to or not - you're probably saying "Jesus LIKES this" too.

- tC