In honor of the Oscars last evening we had a lively discussion at The Forum on the impact of media/art in our lives. Movies and music provide significant influence upon American culture. Our only options in how we relate to art in culture are not the extremes of being immersed in or retreating from the culture. We can embrace artistic expression and engage the culture. We start by filtering everything we see and hear through a biblical worldview. We must consider what is true and good and beautiful. We also noted that we must be aware of our own proclivities and be responsible for our own relationship to God. Romans 12:1-12 says along these lines, "1I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. "2Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
Here are a couple links for those who are interested in pursuing the discussion.
http://www.internationalartsmovement.org/
As always your comments are welcome.
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