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Reading Fiction as a Christian – MBFLP 299 Making Biblical Family Life Practical
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We're both avid readers, and we've raised a whole nest of readers - our house is full of books -- and not just the parents'! We've talked about some our personal favorites, but this episode we're looking at whole genres of fiction. How should we, as Christians, approach fictional literature? Are there any kinds to beware of? What do we think about science fiction, fantasy, suspense, romance, mystery, or other sorts? And how do we sort the range of material in each group? If you're a reader, or you have kids who are, check this out!
Passages we referenced:
King David and the prophet Nathan (2 Samuel 12:1-15)
Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:27-28)
The parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32)
To do evil is like sport to a fool,
But a man of understanding has wisdom. (Proverbs 10:23)
"I, the LORD, search the heart, I test the mind,
Even to give to every man according to his ways." (Jeremiah 17:10)
"For the LORD does not see as man sees;for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.”
(1 Samuel 16:7)
Episodes about discernment:
222 - Teaching Discernment
191 - Talking About the Movies
133 - Watching with Discernment
and more! Browse the archives for more ideas and encouragement!
PLUS get this free resource - our downloadable Reading Pack!
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We're both avid readers, and we've raised a whole nest of readers - our house is full of books -- and not just the parents'! We've talked about some our personal favorites, but this episode we're looking at whole genres of fiction. How should we, as Christians, approach fictional literature? Are there any kinds to beware of? What do we think about science fiction, fantasy, suspense, romance, mystery, or other sorts? And how do we sort the range of material in each group? If you're a reader, or you have kids who are, check this out!
Passages we referenced:
King David and the prophet Nathan (2 Samuel 12:1-15)
Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:27-28)
The parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32)
To do evil is like sport to a fool,
But a man of understanding has wisdom. (Proverbs 10:23)
"I, the LORD, search the heart, I test the mind,
Even to give to every man according to his ways." (Jeremiah 17:10)
"For the LORD does not see as man sees;for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.”
(1 Samuel 16:7)
Episodes about discernment:
222 - Teaching Discernment
191 - Talking About the Movies
133 - Watching with Discernment
and more! Browse the archives for more ideas and encouragement!
PLUS get this free resource - our downloadable Reading Pack!
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