The Lies that Social Media Tells Us
Episode SummaryIn this episode, we unpack several of the most common lies that modern social media—and the broader culture—feeds Christians today. Because we are all “creatures of culture,” ideas around boundaries, self-care, hustle culture, the “slow life,” and all-or-nothing thinking often slip into our minds without scrutiny.Together we explore why these ideas resonate, what partial truths make them appealing, and—more importantly—how Scripture calls us to discernment, wisdom, hospitality, fruitful labor, sacrificial love, and a God-centered view of rest and identity.This is a practical, honest conversation about learning to sift truth from error so our lives are shaped more by Christ than by the algorithm.Key Themes & KeywordsChristian discipleship, Social media influence, Cultural discernment, Saying “no” wisely, Boundaries vs. selfishness, Self-care culture, Hustle culture & masculinity, Quiet life vs. productive life, Hospitality & fruitful labor, Biblical rest & Sabbath, Overstimulation & digital consumption, All-or-nothing thinking, Wisdom and vocation, Parenting, marriage, Christian home life, Contentment & callingChapters00:00 – Intro: Why We’re Talking About Cultural LiesSetting the stage: how culture subtly shapes our habits, expectations, and values.03:10 – Lie #1: “Learning to Say No” / The Self-Care ObsessionThe partial truth of boundaries, but the danger of self-protection, flakiness, and refusing to be inconvenienced in love.10:45 – A Biblical Vision of Time, Calling, and StewardshipNumbering our days, embracing God-given limits, and avoiding overload we create for ourselves.17:20 – Hospitality, Hard Work & Fruitful LaborWhy Scripture presents a life of generosity, availability, and action—not self-preservation—as the norm for believers.23:00 – Lie #2: The “Slow Life” AestheticThe Pinterest-perfect home, cottage-core mothering, and the myth of serene domesticity.28:15 – Quiet Moments vs. Quiet LifestyleWhy moms feel discouraged, and what real spiritual quiet looks like (prayer, Scripture, contemplation).33:40 – Lie #3: Crunchy/Off-Grid/Organic = GodlinessHow natural living can subtly become a point of pride or self-righteousness.38:55 – Lie #4: Hustle Culture & Hyper-MasculinityWhy men today feel crushed under unrealistic expectations—and what biblical manhood really looks like.46:30 – Faithful Ordinary MenRedefining success: showing up, loving your family, fighting sin, and embracing your actual calling.51:50 – Lie #5: All-or-Nothing ThinkingOversimplifying complex issues, choosing sides, and demonizing other Christians in a polarized age.58:00 – Disagreement, Discernment & Christian UnityLearning to engage critically without shutting people out.01:02:00 – Closing EncouragementA call to wisdom: look to Christ, not culture, for identity, rest, and direction.Hashtags#UnderOneRoofPodcast #ChristianHome #ChristianDiscipleship #BiblicalWisdom #ChristianCulture #CounterculturalLiving #ChristianParents #FaithAndCulture #SocialMediaLies #BiblicalManhood #BiblicalWomanhood #ChristCenteredLiving #GospelLife #RestInChrist #ChristianPodcast
