How can we tell what is true in social media?

How can we tell what is true in social media?

In order to discern the truth on social media, one must critically evaluate information, be aware of biases, and cross-reference with reliable sources. Faith can guide this process by encouraging discernment, humility, and focusing on love and truth.

Mariel Hernandez

Social media can foster connection within the community and the sharing of faith. However, it can also lead to distraction, misinformation, and a distorted view of reality. By cultivating a strong foundation of faith, Christians can navigate the complexities of social media with wisdom and discernment, using it as a tool for good.

Edna Honrade

Personally, I don’t care if what social media says is true. Not everything we see is true. I prefer to read content that aligns with my spiritual values. Faith is feeling confident that God will keep his promises. It’s believing in the truth of the gospel and knowing it’s real in our hearts even though we haven’t seen it with our own eyes.

Lorie Ann Labolabo

In my opinion, social media has advantages, such as ads for educational opportunities, promotional sales on items, and lower prices for online purchases than in-store prices. However, we also need to use our judgment and discernment wisely. We can check the background of the source of information or the sender. I always pray for enlightenment and guidance. I can also get ideas by reading comments from others. When ordering purchases online, I see if many others order from the same supplier or ask my friends for opinions. When reading the news, I read from reliable and reputable news agencies.

Mishare Grace Parcia

Social media is a great help when we use it to spread the Word of God. Still, self-confidence is the most important thing. Whether or not one believes the posts on social media is up to each person. Faith is part of our personality if we live it. First and foremost is our Lord. Social media is helpful for learning about current world events. However, I am careful when it comes to politics because there are biased news sources. Read from reliable news sources.

Margarita Pascual

News on social media is sometimes true, but there are also fake and misleading stories. That is why we have to be careful. If in doubt, we can check with “fact checkers.”

I prefer reading faith-related topics. We can learn what is good to know about God. Daily posts of prayers and inspirational talks can enhance our faith and personality. There are so many posted prayers that we can adopt and use as our own.

Cely Refugio