Toward a Theological Ethic for Internet Discourse

This longish article explores how Christians can best reflect Christian values when communicating on the Internet. It raises some fascinating aspects worth reading.

 

Dave Hackett

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Toward a Theological Ethic for Internet Discourse
http://blog.acton.org/archives/2310-Toward-a-Theological-Ethic-for-Internet-Discourse.html

(Acton Institute PowerBlog)

..."If the medium affects the message, how will the Christian message be affected by the new media?" The perception is that discourse on the Internet, particularly Christian and theological discourse, is characterized by a spirit of divisiveness and sectarianism. One evangelist wonders somewhat doubtfully, "Can Christ be truly glorified in blogging?" Scriptorium Daily recently recorded a podcast exploring with prescience the "coarseness of digital dialogue," especially among Christian websites....

...To answer Armstrong’s question, whether Christ can be glorified in blogging and the new media, I feel compelled to answer unhesitatingly, “Yes!”"

[Note from Dave: So do I!]