Cultural Influences

Negative Cultural Influences on Youth

Secular Education System: Schools and universities promote a worldview that removes God from the equation, leading young people to embrace moral relativism (no truth) and nihilism (no meaning in life).
Social Media and Technology: Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube shape young minds with distorted views of success, identity, and self-worth, often increasing anxiety and depression.
Entertainment Industry: Movies, music, and TV shows often glorify immorality, violence, and rebellion, influencing youth to adopt ungodly behaviors.
Political Indoctrination: Many young people are taught socialist and progressive ideologies that undermine biblical values, replacing faith in God with faith in big government systems.
Peer Pressure and Cancel Culture: Fear of social rejection causes youth to conform to the latest cultural trends rather than stand firm in their faith.
Weak Church Engagement: Many churches fail to provide a strong countercultural message, leaving youth without spiritual guidance to navigate these influences.

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By: Larry De Young Mar 10, 2025

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By: Larry De Young Feb 18, 2025

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By: Larry De Young Feb 16, 2025

The separation of church and state has become an excuse for pastors to avoid discussing politics, allowing certain ideologies to take control in various areas of society.

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By: Larry De Young Feb 16, 2025

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