2 Corinthians 13:5
Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless, of course, you fail the test?
Television has never been known for presenting the sterling qualities of morality or honesty. As a matter of fact, it has been a source of moral degradation. In the past few years there has been an increase in reality shows. In addition to the numerous times the censors have had to bleep the language of those being filmed, there is also a lack of authenticity.
As amazing as it may seem, I possess a Master of Arts Degree in Sociology. When I was in graduate school I studied a book called the Presentation of Self In Everyday Life, by Erving Goffman. It was interesting to learn that people do not respond in a natural way when they are being watched by an audience.
Hello!! If people have a television camera stuck in their face, are they bound to act naturally? I do not think so! They will either put on a show (which most do) or close down and fail to behave normally. It is my humble conclusion that most of the reality shows are…rigged! There, I said it and I am glad.
The tragedy is that many Christians live a rigged reality life. They behave in a manner that seems right on the outside, but inside they are completely different. It should come as no surprise that the Lord knows our thoughts and feelings. The real ones! My appeal to each and every one of us is to be honest and do not live a life that is characterized as RIGGED REALITY!
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
—Pastor Cecil