TGC Podcast Good Faith Debates #9: Should Churches Be Slow or Quick to Embrace New Technology?
Apr 5, 2023
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Go Slow Until People Are Prepared For Digital Risks
- Jay Kim: Be cautious like restricting a child from driving until they're prepared; don't assume immediate access equals readiness.
- He compares digital ubiquity to a car's latent danger for an unprepared user.
Scale Versus Symmetry In Gospel Work
- Jay argued social media optimizes for scale and being noticed, while discipleship often requires symmetry—rapport and relationship.
- He contrasted reach-focused content with slower neighborhood-level gospel work.
Avoid Snap Reactions On Social Media
- Avoid rushing into platforms that let algorithms dictate your voice; prioritize local relationships and pastoral nuance.
- Jay warns churches made quick statements on social media that alienated congregations due to lack of nuance.