Fun is what you make it
High fives As previously noted, fun is closely related to that enjoyable sensation called pleasure. This sensation can have a positive as well as a negative connotation. We must learn how to feel pleasure in a positive way—without harming ourselves or those around us. The Church gives us plenty of opportunities to accomplish this, through summer camps, socials and other activities where we meet people with our same beliefs.
Through the Church we can make friends and incorporate them into our social group. We can share healthy ways to have fun that will not leave us with regrets. However, even though this may sound simple and sensible, it takes a while for many to understand it. Being young in this present age is not easy. Temptations surround us and it is hard to go against the flow.
Climbing the wall
Our minds often find ways to justify our behavior and many times we don't even realize when we've fallen. The best solution is to have fun with friends who share the same Christian values—friends, incidentally, who will also stick with us through difficult times andtell us when we are headed in the wrong direction (Proverbs 27:6, 9).
We need to look for healthy relationships with people who will encourage us to live godly lives. Some of our suggestions for fun with no-regrets include: camping out, playing cards or games with a group of friends, sharing a meal with others, barbecuing with friends, playing tennis, volleyball or other sports. There are many other good options to choose from—just be sure they are based on right principles.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment