These days, I’ve noticed a bit of the Pharisee lurking in me, especially when it comes to social media. Whenever I see a post with questionable theology, I have a strong desire to go in, fingers blazing to give the correct doctrine. I wish it was because I want to fight for the truth, but more honestly, it’s because I want to be right and win the argument.

But I’ve noticed that very rarely has anyone ever changed their mind through an argument over social media. Most likely, the other person will double down on their side or point or whatever. Usually, whoever it is will see my post as an attack and me as the enemy. That does no one any good.

I’ve learned the best solution is to pray for the other person and for me. Typically, I pray that both of us will come to God’s truth on the matter, not mine or the other person’s. As much as it pains me to admit it, I could very well be wrong. In fact, I’ve been wrong a lot more times than I’ve been right.

The absolute best strategy when I see something that I don’t like or that bugs me: keep scrolling. It’s not my job to fix everyone else in the world and to gate-keep every biblical doctrine ever established. That’s God’s job, and He’s not looking for extra volunteers in that department.

Maybe if I spent more time working on me and seeking out how I can bless others and make a difference in their lives, I wouldn’t have as much time to cast a critical eye on social media. Just a thought.