Why I'm Staying off of Instagram and You May Want to Too!

Hey BEAT family! So, I've made an executive decision to stay off of Instagram...SIGNIFICANTLY. In this video I outline several Biblical principles that influenced me to make this decision.
As I state in this video, this is not a strike against Instagram as a platform, this is a personal decision I have made to limit my time on Instagram. So, I'd love to hear from you after you watch this video whether you agree or disagree with these principles and my decision regarding Instagram.
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[@thebeatagp]

Hey BEAT family! Today's video is a bit different. I'm talking about why I've made the decision to significant avoid Instagram (and really, most of social media TBH). Although these are personal convictions, I also believe they are Biblical as well. So, let me know your thoughts and whether you agree or disagree. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this. Thanks and enjoy!

[@floidee]

I left facebook 2018 and that's my personal conviction and switched off notifications so I will only go to instagram if I need to check on something.

[@MrsKre8ivetype]

I've decided this for Facebook

[@devonalmodovar4989]

Allen thank you for making this. I shared it with my wife cause she has social media which takes time away from God, even though she says she follows “Christian” people and people with families. She gets extremely mad every time I bring it up but I know she gets mad because it’s true. It’s not just you but everyone who has social media is taking time away from God and 99% of the internet are the tools of the devil to get us away from the Lord. I just wish people would see it how i do 😔, especially my wife. To much idolatry and sin happening on these platforms that it’s not worth having as a true Christian. God bless you Allen and everyone who has social media. May the Holy Spirit guide you out of this evil the satan tries to disguise as harmless.

[@vrai6219]

It's good that you're open & honest about this problem. Another well known preacher has admitted to avoiding Instagram for your very 1st same reason & asks his wife to look up any female that he needs to research for his ministry, I think he gets another family member to administer his TikTok account too. This is so wise. Social media is not for every christian, we have to follow the lord's leading on what we should be using. Thanks for this helpful video.

[@kidaneadderley535]

Don't. Mind my profile) I was new to your channel last week and a watch the whole video I like your videos

[@sj0921]

I'm off of instagram for almost 4 years already and my life literally changed because I started to appreciate what I have in my life rather than being jealous on other people's lives. 🙂

[@hmt-0764]

@vax, tests = mark of beast 5 delusional

[@mathematics557]

Nice 💯💯💯💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@Commando_0]

Same here glad to know I’m not the only one ☝️

[@alwaysyouramanda]

They deleted me after 10 years. The abusive comments got to me and I fired back. BOOM tos

[@jessielynn]

I agree. I don’t have any social media other than KZbin and I’ve recently decided to only watch things on here that are building me up intellectually and/or spiritually like your channel.

[@edwardperez4266]

Yoooo I did the same thing I deleted fb accounts, insta, Tik tok. Everything. But sometimes KZbin SHORTs take up a bit of time too 😅

[@donnagarcia4541]

I recently made the decision to stay away from most things on YT. I no longer participate on other platforms. If it doesn’t lift up, educate or glorify God, I am no longer going to watch. So many lies, so-called prophets and false teachers. Then we have all the fear mongering. And an absolute time stealer. Guard your heart 👍

[@nuellasworld7555]

Same here

[@evanfrederick8256]

Literally did the exact same thing, we in this together brothers and sisters.

[@kylemckinney_22]

Did this 2 years ago, best decision ever

[@AdrienneJung.M]

Social Media was destroying my marriage through thirst traps, jealousy, social drama, distraction, and political algorithms. We were fighting all the time and had become so distracted. One year ago, we were at a breaking point when my husband had yet another anxious episode (triggered by social media drama). We both got rid of FB and IG. It was one of the best decisions we ever made. We have so much more peace and unity and are less distracted. We still have a lot to work on but Social Media had become a poisonous root in our marriage that had to be pulled out!

[@marvaff6878]

Thanks for sharing and your honesty - thank God for the decision you both made. Social media has definitely negetively altered our collective perceptions across many different areas that pertain to our lives

[@minterbell]

we in the church of God international have our FB but we only use it for getting our links to attend our online worship services and thanksgiving to God. and our married couples should have COMBINED FB page and NOT separate FB accounts just to make sure others will know and SHOULD know that they are married already.

[@AdrienneJung.M]

@@minterbell I totally agree

[@minterbell]

@@AdrienneJung.M just in case you need help please do not hesitate to look for a near local church of Members Church of God International in your area. we DO NOT ACCEPT ANY MONETARY HELP or assistance from anyone. God bless you and your family.

[@mitch4837]

Awesome

[@jsboyer29]

"If your right hand offends you ".... I would say the Bible supports drastic measures to avoid sin! Great video Allen. Your ministry has been a huge blessing in my life. Thank you!

[@Knowledgethatsaves]

Bro. I literally told my wife this two days ago. I told her how I'm struggling with looking at other women a little too long, and one of my biggest traps is social media. My ministry is primarily accomplished through social media which makes it tough. I'll continue to work hard at this. God help me and all other men struggling with the same thing. And if you think I'm the only married man who struggles with it, you're playing yourself. "Confess your sins to one another". The more we're open about this, the more likely we are to overcome this by the grace of God.

[@EllenSykes2028]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾✨✨✨✨🤲🏾👼🏾👼🏾😇

[@rickeymcclaryjr.2350]

Amen! I struggle as well.

[@Knowledgethatsaves]

@@rickeymcclaryjr.2350 I feel you brother. The biggest step is just telling someone about it (your spouse, or trusted family or friend). It’ll be tough and “embarrassing” to say something at first, but you’ll be surprised at how a mature person will react. They’ll help you.

[@jollygoodgordon5580]

It’s a rabbit hole of narcissism. With most posts saying “LOOK AT ME”

[@lloydfrancis9149]

Absolutely brilliantly put

[@lloydfrancis9149]

Haahaaa soooo TRUE

[@jollygoodgordon5580]

@@lloydfrancis9149 thanks brother

[@bluecomet1109]

Exactly I had to take a break from it.

[@jakobdobner8712]

For all those who don’t want to loose contact with your friends like me: - Stay away from the explore page. You can waste HOURS and it won’t give you anything. - unfollow any public person / influencer that doesn’t bring you closer to God - unfollow every meme page or so - keep your follower list tight and stay with your friends and family - also follow a few (!) Christian pages that post Bible verses. God can speak through instagram too. It takes a little time but it helped me soooo much to save time and keep the focus on GOD!

[@danielynballah2887]

You are right and I am going to try this.

[@blackmenstandup1]

100% agreed and u need to have your own KZbin page.

[@felenciaterrell2474]

I agree! I did the same on Facebook. I cleaned up my friends list and the pages I follow. I hide certain advertisements, as well. It has helped a great deal because it was too much for me!

[@riaalmeida6228]

This 👌

[@inthemixwithleahbpodcast]

@@nineteeneightyfour4994 dude hush he’s a good guy.

[@l.i.econtent2467]

Before casting your stones remember it's just his "PERSONAL CONVICTION" I appreciate your prespective Allen !

[@damonhuffman6681]

Very few of us can be on social media and not fail in one of his 7 reasons if on their long enough. It takes great discipline for anyone to not fail. We are to meditate on the law of the Lord day and night Psalms 1:2. Again very few meditate on the Law and Word of the Lord longer than the time they spend meditating on social media.

[@jonathansoko1085]

Yeah but there are things that are objectively wrong and talking about it isnt casting stones at you, lets also not over dramatize things

[@Sazabi0096]

Allen is being jealous and childish. He needs to grow up. His hilarious 🤣. It's fun really hanging out with God's children.

[@holyexperience1976]

@@Sazabi0096 May the love and peace of the Good Lord be with you today and forever. 🤗

[@HoldFastApolpgetics]

Well said

[@foreverapril5930]

“She dancing in the bedroom doing all that weird stuff “ 😂😂😂 I’m literally in tears.

[@luvuyosabongo4195]

🤣🤣🤣

[@chrisonico]

🤣🤣🤣 I thought I am the only one heard that

[@rponce1119]

I've been of social media for over 5 years. I have so much time to enjoy! My relationship with my children got so much better. I feel happier and content with the life I have build 😌

[@shaniquavanterpool3851]

I told my husband I am soon going to delete Facebook. I watch a lot of teachings on there but I also scroll a lot with no education. I can do with out it. I've done it before and I can do it again.

[@SusanMorales]

Thanks for being honest as a Christian married man about this topic.

[@hermelllaw6469]

Amen!!

[@kaimybendecidayvictoriosa3683]

I know amen

[@James_follows_Christ]

Glory to the LORD GOD🙌🏾

[@darbizarre3932]

Much respect to you, sir.

[@LITTLE1994]

Amen.

[@cherylfink8385]

I deleted my Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat accounts a year ago. I do use KZbin to listen to wholesome sermons and some news. I have found I’m so much happier without social media. ❤️

[@sd6212]

What a beautiful inspiration. I have been on a Instagram break for about 2 months and is has been such a blessing. I am really thinking about deleting the app permanently but we’ll see how God leads me❤️

[@kobeymason5454]

HalleluYah, Glory to God

[@henrysmith5472]

thank God for leading you out of the swamp.

[@Moont706]

Gotta love his transparency. That’s a rarity amongst spiritual leaders

[@tonebonebgky2]

Absolutely, it's not easy to get up in front of people and admit your failings but it's imperative for those in ministry for them to do so.

[@hiddengem4293]

Yes, Hallelujah.

[@LivingMyBestAlways]

@@tonebonebgky2 A person who is walking in obedience should not fail especially when it comes to the temporary things of this world. I only have KZbin I deleted everything else when the Almighty Father knock on my hearts doors and I let Him in and He has been guiding me ever since . I like KZbin because I can listen to teaching of the word and I have limited people who I listen to. We are to be move focus on the Almighty instead of social media or the problems of this world that would one day pass away. Everything else is distractions

[@thestoryofrose]

I felt very convicted watching this video, I spend an insane amount of time on social media especially on Instagram, thank you brother Allen.

[@DC-rd8kz]

This is so good. Two years ago, God convicted me for these exact reasons-literally all of them lol- and I left Instagram and Facebook. I have zero regrets. And now, after so much time to reflect, I can’t believe how much of my time and how much of my heart I gave away to this idol. Thanks for this video. ‘Disciple yourself for the purpose of godliness’! 1 Timothy 4:7

[@faithnformi693]

Amen! Thank you for the verse!!

[@cyndigirl418]

The same thing happened with me. Instagram and Facebook became my Idols, and I felt God telling me to let it all go. I got rid of them two years ago as well, and it's felt like a huge weight has been lifted off of my shoulders! I now spend much more time talking to God and reading his word! To God Be the Glory!

[@Beckdogg45]

Been off IG for 7 weeks now and haven’t missed a beat. I don’t even think about it.

[@frankservant5754]

It's a weird feeling given that i was expecting to miss it but i never did

[@sd6212]

Same!!

[@kstevens0915]

I did the same and have no regrets!

[@intothekey]

Takes a lot of courage to put the lust issue front in center. Much respect, a lot of people are afraid to admit they can struggle with that.

[@wretchedmaniam8081]

Facts!

[@Thatsmyname1]

Agree

[@satrek98]

true, Courage is shown by him, huge respect

[@rickeymcclaryjr.2350]

True courage. I agree with him.

[@henrymelchizedek]

You are correct

[@prettysimplemusic]

Allen's video editing in this video deserves a KZbin EMMY!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@thebeatagp]

Ha thanks so much bro. I really love your content as well man as a fellow keyboarder myself! Keep up the great work my man!

[@ZeekingzProduction]

KC!!❤👐

[@ebonyharbut7641]

Agreed! 🔥

[@pattibilial3794]

A lot of things you say are incorrect and you sell products. You are a false teacher.

[@SavedByGrace52]

@@pattibilial3794 that's a pretty strong accusation, where are you getting that from? Allen has had a really positive and edifying influence on my walk with Jesus.

[@selenachester2543]

I completely agree with all of this, esp the vanity and idolatry part. I haven't had Instagram for a while, and recently deleted Twitter. Imagine all the extra books we could read/ quality conversations we could have with our friends and family if we weren't all spending so much time on social media?

[@marymary86943]

Been off of social media since June 1st and it’s the best decision I’ve made mentally, emotionally, and spiritually! The internet is full of vanity, jealousy and comparison. You are fearfully and wonderfully made! You are loved! Be a Proverbs 31 woman; that is what matters to God.

[@neosithole5963]

This video is confirmation that there is a shift in the atmosphere, I felt convinced to do the same. Not only did Mr. Parr share this but other people within the body of Christ have spoken about this as well,this week alone. Thank you for sharing this Mr. Parr🙏🏽

[@sirkmar9756]

Amen. 20 minutes ago I temporary closed my ig. Way too distracting

[@kaniyawarren4615]

@@sirkmar9756 Same!! I just logged out a few minutes ago, I felt so overwhelmed. Then I come across this video...💀

[@raquelmendoza1036]

Same! Im ready for a flip phone

[@mrpuh777]

You guys should've discerned this for years! American Christianity is filled with superficiality!

[@evanssamuelbiju4315]

I have done the same

[@joshuawhite4850]

Exactly, I quit social media over year ago due to my personal convictions. My eyes would wonder and after reading Proverbs 4:25 Keep your eyes focused on what is right, and look straight ahead to what is good. I’m glad with my choice. Thanks for this video; great work!!

[@viviennejordan215]

Thank You Joshua, Very Encouraging!

[@souldiegirl]

Same here...Joshua. I am done with facebook, twitter, TikTok and like brother Allen I only post on Instagram sporadically.

[@krispink3385]

Same here. This month makes one year I’ve been free from social media. I agree with everything he said. Continue to be free!!

[@Digitizeddragon]

As an artist I used to spend so much time watching how great everyone else is that I would feel bad about creating my own artwork. Now I barely check and post and I'm much more productive now. Praise God!

[@millicentmusuwo]

I can relate. Sometimes that content is not even true. I'll be launching a Christian based social media app in Jan. I hope you like it. Ofcoz it's a platform that will allow artists to create their portfolios or work but also emphasizing that we are all gifted differently and on different lanes. Hope you like it

[@victoriaalvin2446]

Bless you!

[@millicentmusuwo]

@Redimere Payne Thank you 😊

[@acooliemoore]

Yo sameeee. I wanna become a better artist and story writer and when I’m watching other people I start to doubt my own abilities in improving and getting better so I just stop completely trying. N das what the devil wants. I’m glad ur back on track woohoo!!

[@DomHWilliams]

same

[@companyconfidential6624]

The lust of the eyes, the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life have a stronghold on SM. We are given the message we have to participate to be relevant.

[@aramintahawkins1413]

You are absolutely right. I always end up feeling guilty about all the time waisted looking at things I was not planning in watching.

[@madeinstylex]

i recently took a insta break but when i got back on i unfollowed everyone. now i only have family, friends, and christian pages (with the occasional home decor page lol). the idolatry & jealousy (in me) was too real.. i had to get off. I think social media is very damaging if we dont take control as much as we can. If its not required for your business i'd say get rid of it too

[@l.c.8798]

Same here! It's been great 🙌

[@thechristiandiariespodcast]

Whew girl!! This!!!

[@uffy5536]

Word

[@shelceyhampton5253]

I scaled back my social media usage dramatically since about July and after seeing the Social Dilemma, on a psychological level, I felt I had gotten addicted to it. My time with God has increased and I feel so much better. I just ordered a new Bible to fill up my free time! Thank you Lord! Also, I bought a camera so all of my pics of family things aren't on my phone for sharing. I'm keeping most of my memories for me.

[@alexianicole7268]

This is beautiful!

[@MinimalistBosnian]

I don’t mean to be weird but you just have such a bright smile! Just some love from a sister to a sister. ☺️ Praise God, social media can really make us into somebody we are not and getting away from it can really help you figure out your spiritual identity and hobbies you never thought you’d be into.

[@kressten]

I agree on photos! Special photos shouldn’t be judged on Facebook for likes. Keep them special, off of social media.

[@tc7605]

Oh That’s sounds soooo exciting! I think I will follow you too

[@thechristiandiariespodcast]

Love this idea about the camera.

[@loisdmichael5131]

Great decision, and the “Word” backs you up! I’ve been off FB for about 5 years now and I’ve never been happier.

[@J.F.331]

I too have been off FB for about 2-3 years and it is so liberating. Instagram is beginning to follow suit and be as toxic as FB.

[@viviennejordan215]

Well Done Lois!

[@jonscott234]

@@J.F.331 face book doesn't even come close Instagram. IG is a hot mess, there's no control, no censorship. It's just thrown in your face

[@J.F.331]

@@jonscott234 I disagree, I believe they are both bad for different reasons.

[@sierraa3]

I LOVE this amen! I made a decision to sell my old iPhone and get a minimalistic phone called the 'Light Phone' in May of this year and it has changed my life drastically. I used to be so consumed by my phone that I would spend hours upon hours on social media and walk away forgetting most of what I just saw. It became too much so I bought the Light Phone which only has calling, texting, alarm, calculator, podcasts, and music. It's AMAZING. I'm much more sociable, and free in life. And things definitely seem a lot quieter which gives my brain so much time to relax and only take in what matters. I spend my time doing a lot more cooking, cleaning, and I work out almost every day. For a life change like this, you have to want it, all of it. It's so worth it and I do not miss social media at all- in fact, I barely think about it. Most of all- more time of the day is spent with God, which is what matters most.

[@shanesejohnson2705]

Thanks for being open about this, I do agree with a lot of your points. Sidebar: should anyone want to control what they see in their explore page, simply long hold the picture you wish not to see and click not interested from the popup options. By design my explore only shows food, Christian stuff, home decor and wedding stuff.

[@ThewordofGodIsValid]

I invite you to my page to fellowship. God bless you sis

[@womanofgod2948]

Yep, I learned that early

[@SAF3182]

Still a lot of clicking 'not interested' tho.

[@thisisyoutubetv3235]

I went off Instagram and general social media in nearly 2 years now With the exception of KZbin I recently deleted my accounts and feel wayyyyyyyyyyy lighter like a burden has been lifted from my head If you have been thinking of doing so you should go right ahead you’ll be more focused and more appreciative of life.

[@n_610]

Yes! And even if people choose not to permanently delete them, they should think about breaks. Instead of being on social media everyday I've been going on once every week or two weeks and it's helped so much

[@tobyrobinson98]

I feel like it's impossible to get rid of posts you don't want to see, they just keep coming back no matter how many times you say you're not interested.

[@thebeatagp]

Exactly!

[@brendamakokha]

This is TikTok for me

[@commonuncommon2486]

@@thebeatagp please pray for me sir im going through a lot

[@reillys816]

@@brendamakokha yeah. TikTok is so inappropriate.

[@Atypical82]

Exactly! They’re gonna keep coming back. But it’s not impossible. Just get off and stay off, then, no more unwanted posts. 😃

[@Kathysvlogchannel]

Since August I have been concerned with the number of middle school students in my daughter’s school district that have IG accounts because their teachers and coaches have chosen to use that media to post info about their classrooms and teams etc. They are almost being forced to set up accounts. It makes me sad! I’m sharing this in hopes to bring more attention. Thank you!!

[@handle742]

you could make an Instagram and follow those pages for her so she has the information. I say this in support of your view that she’s too young for it. It’s tough to maintain that security as a parent and the world will make you feel like you’re being too much, but I plead with you to maintain your view and keep her protected from what’s out there. I’m 27 and I deleted everything, because the emotional impacts it was having. I couldn’t imagine a middle schooler having the coping skills to deal. Long rant from a random sister in Christ, I just want to support you and the convictions your feeling!!

[@Kathysvlogchannel]

@@handle742 Thank you for your encouragement words. I decided to allow her to sign into my IG account. She is able to view who I follow only and as a Christian wife and mother she is seeing a pure thread.

[@ThewordofGodIsValid]

Hi Kathy! I'm Pastor Marcus,I invite you to my page to fellowship

[@indialeestarks3935]

YES!!! It’s about time! I’ve been wondering why so many of us “believers” have not already realized this? If you really have the Holy Spirit, you can’t be on these platforms for longer than a minute (if that long).

[@ehanderson7]

You aren't alone brother!! I've been just using the "business suite app to post to FB and IG at the same time. I don't even get to see timelines/feeds and we are better for it. Thank you for all you are doing!!!

[@nenedaniels6777]

How do you use the app? Thank you in anticipation

[@ehanderson7]

@@nenedaniels6777 once you download it, you link your FB And IG account to it. From that point they layout is pretty familiar. You can even schedule stuff to post later. Great for businesses too.

[@ty-the-christian-guy589]

Social media can be a real blessing or a curse, it’s all in how you use it. Whichever decision you make about social media, just make sure you’re glorifying God.

[@bradhienzachary]

Yes unfortunately our technology is just an extension of ourselves! What ever you think your able to find it on the internet. So our devices are really just revealing more of that parts of us the New Testament says to keep dead.

[@princedavis3007]

When he started dancing on the insta page I started crying 😂😂 but amen I got off Instagram recently

[@velma9542]

Hilarious haha!

[@MatTheLesser]

That was good I needed a good laugh 😂 but I also got the message Amen

[@dorishodge4451]

Thank you, Allen, for being an honest person. We all have these temptations, though most won't admit it. If we (I) refuse to see the problems social media lures us (me) into, we are all the more suseptable to the temptations.

[@JC13842]

Facebook tempts me the most because i get to see my friends' friends stuff, most of whom are not christians. Social media can be dangerous i agree..

[@JBLAQ]

Wasting time was why I left but since I have I noticed I don’t struggle with certain emotions anymore! Brother, I just have to thank you for your transparency! It is so refreshing. God bless you and your ministry

[@nakeyaoverton]

That’s why videos and people like you are so vital to the Christian walk! Let’s flood social media with Christ content, and pray that everyone marked by Christ will be drawn to it. Thank you Bro Alan for being a pioneer in this style of ministry!

[@breakyourcycle]

This is why I got off FB a few years back. Every point you made is right on point. It's sad to see people at restaurants and all of them glued to their phones. Not only does it steal our time and money, it is also unhealthy.

[@tomassantos87]

!!!

[@FaithApparelGroupCeo]

Agreed 🙏🏾

[@VJolie3]

"They looking back at it" lmaooo that edit was hilarious. Love how real you are and totally agree 👍🏼

[@KarlitaDeann08]

Goodness I asked my sisters in Christ for help with more time with the Lord, and this video was definitely the conviction I needed 😳 thank you for this

[@realtalkwithmari4976]

Thank you for being so transparent. Your phone will actually tell you how much time your spending on Social Media. When I checked mine, it confirmed what I knew.. it was too much time. Also, I loved what you said about the temptation and the half naked women. I've shared this same thing along with the scripture and many actually said to me that it wasn't a big deal! And I'm talking about believers🤔

[@ally9168]

This video is spot on! The invasive feeling is so so true!! I still struggle some but God has dealt with me as well. Thanks for making this video.

[@Sara-Eevtea]

Its so awesome that you posted this bc the Holy Spirit has been giving me dicernment about leaving instagram too! My main reason is not being present. I can be in the same room as my daughter buy not look ay her or talk to her for hours bc Im on instagram. I want to be the best version of a Mom that God has called me to be and instagram is keeping me from that.

[@sade_8637]

Wow! Same here. I’m in the room with my daughter and a lot of times I don’t want to be interrupted. The sad thing is I’m not on insta or FB, it’s KZbin that’s now keeping me distracted. I started of on the Christian pages but now I find myself looking at other things. Which is causing me to covet. Time to take a break from the KZbin as well. 😞

[@Galloway278]

You’ll be glad you did. When my son got really sick I realized how much I was on social media and had a rude awakening. Been off almost 5 years now and am not nearly as distracted as I had been. He and his brother are also are not on social media now and they’re 19 and 21.

[@Sara-Eevtea]

@@Galloway278 thats awesome!! the longet I've gone is without instagram is4 months straight, it was the best 4 months Ive had since becoming a parent. I download the app on my phone only if I need something ( my hair stylist and nail tech only book through insta) but then I delete it again. I was addicted to social media and that was such a soboring thing to say out loud. My quality of life is 100% better without social media.

[@Galloway278]

@@Sara-Eevtea 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 so many of us are or were. You might even want to tell your stylist that you are totally off social media and see if she will book you another way. I do that now with some people because it’s the only way they’re going to have me as their client. 🤣🤣

[@Sara-Eevtea]

@@Galloway278 we live in the same apartmenf complex I might just do it the old school way and send her a letter lol

[@thulimatjeni7256]

This is a must watch for every Christian. And do some Self-Introspection. I can totally relate. Good points. 🙏

[@25Ljo]

true

[@AlexEdfort]

I’ve been off Instagram as well for about a month. My walk with God is definitely closer!! I feel more present with my friends and family. And it’s also renewing my mind and helping me avoid lust. Good stuff!

[@adadavis6908]

Wow, that's crazy! I got off of Facebook 3 months ago (never had intragram or any other social media accounts) for the exact same reason. It's good to know that I'm not alone. Its such a waste of time! I'd rather be doing more constructive things with my time like reading and learning more about prophesy and what we can expect before the return of our Lord Jesus Christ, and I have to say...It feels great!

[@prestonmiller1156]

Wow! What a great pastor and role model. Your honesty, sincerity and encouragement is appreciated. Much respect. Everything you said is right on. This is exactly why I am not on any of these social media sites. Thanks Allen

[@doomslayer8431]

I quit a while ago too, and it definitely helped me

[@isakayyik966]

Doom slayer.

[@doomslayer8431]

@@isakayyik966 lxl I’m a fan of the series

[@gaba2035]

Doom slayer.

[@isakayyik966]

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[@mrsimmacula6562]

This message was right on time. I was literally asking the Lord last night to give me a specific time frame to post what He desires for me to post and to log off right afterwards. I have a business page as well as a ministry page (geared to women and children according to Titus 2:3-4) and at times, I can also find that there is a lot of unnecessary distractions. It’s such a blessing that you shared this post because lately, I have been feeling a great sense of conviction while utilizing Instagram, so this message is truly a reminder for me to stay off social media unless, I am posting something that I am led to post. Thank you for posting this message it is certainly a confirmation from the Lord to me.

[@mrsimmacula6562]

@@erasetoys1489 Before I share the verses about women serving in ministry in the Bible, I would like the opportunity to define what ministry is. The Greek word for ‘ministry’ is (diakonia) originally meant “waiting at tables' ', Though in Esphesians 4:12, it's not speaking about works of generalized service, but rather the work of bringing God’s message to people. That’s the work of ministry. So, one can come to define ministry as “someone who serves humbly.” According to 1 Timothy 2:12, I agree with what scripture states and I do not minister to men, the ministry that God has blessed me with does not contradict what scripture states according to Titus 2:3-4. I personally believe that many of us who are in the body of Christ may have a limited view when it comes to ministry because many people believe that it is only limited to those who are on the pulpit. For instance, the life we live is a ministry. People are watching the way that we live because within our actions, we are speaking to the world what we truly believe, for the Bible states that everything that we do, we must do it to the glory of God. In my life, I minister to people by serving Christ, respecting and submitting to my husband, and nurturing/loving my children. Here are a list of women who helped share the Gospel and those who were in ministry in the New Testament Mary Magdalene Luke 8:1-3, Mark 15:40, Lydia in Acts 16: heard the gospel and believing that it was for everyone, she bore witness to her entire household, the apostles also stayed with her a while and she also used her resources to cater to their needs financially etc. She was both successful in her professional and spiritual work nurturing the Greek church, Damaris, Phoebe in Romans 16:1-2 Paul specifically identifies about Phoebe as a co-laborers in sharing the gospel and she served as a deacon in the church,, Pricilla in Acts 18:2, and Junia. Also, in the Old Testament we can recognise Anna the Prophetess who served in ministry day and night and she never left the temple Luke 2:37. Miriam who served her brothers Moses and Aaron etc Oh, I forgot one more things which I believe will also help those who may have questions concerning women who are Sunday school teachers for young children including boys and girl and women they are not in error because Titus 2:3-4 supports this in scripture. Hopes this helps.

[@erasetoys1489]

​@@mrsimmacula6562 Thank you for sharing may i please see your instagram?

[@erasetoys1489]

@@mrsimmacula6562 I want to see if what you are stating is true.

[@erasetoys1489]

@@mrsimmacula6562 What is your ministry called? Lets see if what you claim is what you are actually doing.

[@erasetoys1489]

@@mrsimmacula6562 If you are going to write a wall of text quoting scripture to defend what you are doing, let your ministry be the proof.

[@ElectedOfficial1]

I got off Instagram a year and a half ago! Twitter and Facebook as well...I don’t watch TV. I buy all DVDs and now I watch everything I want when I want. Love it!

[@l.c.8798]

Same here! 😄🙌

[@EllenSykes2028]

That’s great! You’re a great example.✨✨🙏🏾

[@C-zaar]

Thank you for this brother! I’m so glad my Barber (also my close brother in Christ) introduced me to your channel.. God bless you brother Parr

[@carynncondon]

Thank you for doing this video. My thoughts exactly, especially about the part where Christian influencers and celebrities are pointing people more toward themselves than to God. Too much idolatry going on. Let us use our voices and platforms for Jesus first and foremost 🙏🏽💯

[@thechristiandiariespodcast]

This is a form of confirmation for me. I was just having a conversation with my sister last night about how I feel like the phone and social media has ruined us as human beings. Even in our personal relationships… One time I did a social media fast and it literally forced my friends or family to reach out and contact me or forced us to meet in person (which is becoming a dying trend unless it’s for cute pics on IG). How ironic is it that social media does the opposite of its intended purpose LOL. Everybody is in their phones nowadays - nobody talks anymore. Thanks for this video!!

[@maverick_TV]

Well said

[@erikak.3159]

Yes, I was praying and I felt that I needed to delete my account.

[@AnitaVeraAlice]

@vax, tests = mark of beast 5 Revelation 13

[@zackrangeley9766]

I was just going to re-download Instagram when this popped up. I don’t like saying every little thing that happens is God, especially when it could just be a coincidence, but you never know. This is going to be a good one.

[@mramirez5239]

Amen

[@FernServesGod]

Nothing is a coincidence

[@Demetha_Khuba]

@@FernServesGod exactly what I was about to type!

[@kennysfdg471]

A friend of mine (she's kinda a friend, lol) took a step back from IG because she found herself comparing herself to others a bit or something like that (she's an incredibly humble and wholesome person). For me, personally, I don't have any social media platforms other than this - and it's still a lot for me because people can be insanely toxic. Other people are fine and just hilarious to interact with.

[@Strongtower]

Ikr. The KZbin comment section is cancerous.

[@dorism4697]

Same here! I was on Twitter for a short time but besides being toxic, I found myself wasting a lot of time. KZbin is the only social media I use and now I try to be very conscious about my time and what I am watching.

[@sandrarichardson761]

I have been off of Facebook since 2016 and I recently started to scale back the time I spend on Instagram. I am also praying to God to make me more conscious of the things that I am consuming mentally and spiritually.

[@alexisharris758]

God is so faithful! I got up early this morning to spend time with the Lord and found myself on social media without even noticing. I deleted all my apps then. I keep KZbin because I listen to interviews, sermons etc. I opened this app tonight and this is one of the first videos that popped up!

[@dayangsoloy0523]

Haven't been using IG for 2 months now. And it's true! It is very exhausting and waste of time. Great video! Thank you for sharing. ❤️❤️

[@cherylbenson4643]

This is so good, and I totally agree with. This is Truth! Something all Christ followers need to hear and live by.

[@Joe.y007]

Deleted Instagram about almost 2 years ago...... life's been so much better since then.

[@memastarful]

Me too

[@TheHoriginal]

Amen Joe! Proud of you 👏

[@chrishernandez4248]

Dang, I literally just deleted IG and snapchat because I caught myself exhausted. Exhausted from the fact that I allow myself to get caught up in that lust. I'm not blaming anyone but myself. I don't think it's anyone's responsibility but mine to protect myself from these obvious places where I can get tripped up. Such a relief to feel like I'm not the only one.

[@siterioffiji7649]

At least you're being honest with yourself and took the steps to guard your heart. Some people push the blame onto others. God Bless you and keep you! In Yeshua.

[@siterioffiji7649]

At least you're being honest with yourself and took the steps to guard your heart. Some people push the blame onto others. God Bless you and keep you! In Yeshua.

[@marvaff6878]

That's real dawg

[@shelbygottfried5452]

me too brother.

[@Andrew-um6xj]

I’ve come to this same decision recently. Thank you for your honesty on this subject , it helps to know I am not alone with these temptations and there are steps that can be made . God bless you 🙏

[@ajishajoelabraham]

I uninstalled Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat from my phone on 27th Oct. I didn’t realise you have felt the same. God bless you. Hope you stay on track and stays in line with the Word of God. I pray you do not fall later in life like Solomon and David. Let us all stay focused in Christ and in Spirit, and finish the race successfully like Apostle Paul.

[@kal-el4781]

I haven't installed Instagram for a few years and it has been a great decision. We as Christians have to flee from any temptation. Good on bro Allen for making a wise decision!

[@savedbyjesus7365]

2:01 oh my word, the dancing 🤣 I appreciate this video. I've been thinking of jumping off social media for a while, and was especially thinking about it this morning. This video was encouragement to do it 😊 The biggest reason I want to take a break from social media is because I'm going through a hard season right now, and I just find myself being envious of everyone else's "perfect" lives on social media. It'll be good to take a step back from it and take a few weeks to spend extra time with the Lord.

[@believerintruth2342]

I am glad you found Allen’s impression of the girls dancing funny too 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@simonespencer2244]

I know exactly how you feel & mean, going through the very same season & FB is tempting me to be jealous & covetuous. Keep the Faith no matter how much He slays us yet we will still trust Him.💜🙏🏾

[@MissHunterELA]

Same! I have been battling jealousy over other people's lives, and so far, I've made it 26 days without being on IG or FB. Imma keep it up even after this month is over.

[@tonebonebgky2]

Do it! I fasted a month off of FB in February 2020 never felt so close to the Lord!

[@drewvrede]

😂🤣 that got me laughing too

[@rosemulhall8576]

I couldn't have said it any better! My personal convictions are quite similar to yours! Thankful for your ministry! God bless you Allen!

[@ThewordofGodIsValid]

I invite you to my page to fellowship. God bless you

[@QABCOM]

This message here Brother Allen….Probably the most important and simple message that needs to be heard! Thank you for your candor and honesty! Keep up the super work! Love you Brother!

[@karimuncey1327]

I appreciate your honesty and transparency Brother Allen. I agree 100% with you and God Bless you for taking a Bold stand for your convictions and helping others become aware!

[@Dwayne_Green]

really appreciate how open you are about lust! its the main reason why I dont have an instagram account!

[@sterlingjones4108]

I’m glad Allen is bringing this up, this will help many unbelievers feel like that can come to God even though they have urges and sin. We are all human, we are just doing our best to live right by God.

[@holyexperience1976]

Amen! Prodigal as well!

[@juangabriellopez4475]

True, but we are still sinners, even though we are reborn that doesn't mean we will sin again,we all sinned and have you even watch the hunchback of notre dame,that judge frollo think that he is righteous but sense when a righteous,blameless,saint man has commits atrocities of crimes and sins, you call that righteous more like sinful, and we will sin again accidental and willingly even though we are considered good people but in reality there is no such thing as a good people there is only one who is actually truly righteous and deserve to be titled "sinless" Jesus christ and God,as christian sinners, god still loves us and forgive us, he will forgive all sins accidental and willingful sins as long we accepted jesus as our lord and savior.

[@Peacebewithu34]

@@juangabriellopez4475 umm. Judge frollo look down at people. He's not really righteous

[@juangabriellopez4475]

@@Peacebewithu34 none of us are righteous,dude,only god is.

[@Peacebewithu34]

@@juangabriellopez4475 of course nobody is perfect. But we pray to Jesus to help our struggle with sin

[@quentinaskew5545]

Very interesting Allen , I have been off of Facebook and Instagram about 8 moths for multiple reasons including the reasons you just gave. Today I had convinced myself to turn back on at least Instagram until I saw this message on KZbin. I will not be returning to it now , thank you for being a strong lover of Jesus my brother.

[@TheLadyloverain]

Deleted them before watching your video! My reason for joining the apps was most of my family members are on social media. Now that I have their numbers I can call them to keep in touch. Social media apps are distracting for me. I find KZbin encouraging, enlightening, entertaining, & empowering. Your video is Spot on! God bless your ministry.

[@michaelperduemusic3108]

Allen right on the money! I feel the same and deal with the same issues, and sometimes find myself going to my feed after I post something to see “what’s going on”. God bless you for the transparency and helping others like myself address critical aspect of out walk.

[@indiemeans9735]

Yes! 🙌🏾 I have been off of Instagram and Facebook for a month and it has been liberating.

[@Lottieloves287]

Same here sis🤩💕

[@kellymiller9767]

Thank you. This message was very timely. I have been on and off Instagram for a few years and just got back on today. Now I’m rethinking that decision. It is absolutely a narcissistic dumpster fire.

[@kiannachara3972]

funny he did this video today, i just deleted Instagram from my phone Yesterday! it was just getting abit overwhelming for me and i felt i needed a break, taking care of your mental health is important👍🏽

[@JoshuaCassady]

Dude. I have so much respect for you man. I disagree with some items you speak about but I so love you as a brother in Christ. Dude, I hate social media for this fact. Praying for you and your ministry.

[@alexmalu8312]

Thanks Allen. I fully agree. I deleted my Instagram app a while back because of your reason #1. God bless and keep producing great videos!

[@AlmonaKumar]

For me, the biggest problem has been getting stuck with reading comments from everyone on facebook. It could be an article or video or whatever but then I am tempted to click and read the reactions of people in their comments and it almost always leaves me confused and frustrated and angry!! Facebook allows every person on the planet to dump their opinion out there no matter how untruthful, decieving, or provoking it might be!

[@nostalgicbliss5547]

Yea this is probably the main issue I had with social media. Spending minutes just reading comments. Sometimes they can be insightful, funny, but other times they are just so perplexing . Social media has done a lot of good in terms of talking about issues like mental health and promoting really talented individuals, but it can be used for some really depraved things, misinformation and disinformation galore everywhere.

[@butterflybri3168]

Same here sis, even the fact that I seen your comment is because I comment surf everything 😅

[@loveycat5474]

I am now reading your personal comment.

[@JonathanD7]

Thanks for the video man. It made me realize that for me to follow Jesus I should drop some stuff that’s becoming an idol to me or cut back on some of it.This is my personal conviction though.

[@CourtneyA.]

Wow, God knows I really needed to hear this message. I've been debating on whether or not I should fast from Instagram because it has been distracting me from my walk with Christ and and it is costing me sooo much money. I can barely save money because I'm always buying stuff I see in ads. 😩

[@janice3086]

Well said….and sooo true! Many ppl just don’t know when to cut it off and when too much is too much!! People are no longer led by the spirit and can no longer feel when the Holy Spirit is grieved!! I’m so glad you made this video because ppl are no longer sensitive to the The Holy Spirits promptings….everyone is seeking fame and no longer seeking him! Keep preaching the truth!!

[@adamjoseph6122]

"Lookin back at it" 🤣 I hear ya though man!

[@robertfilice5960]

Love it. Jesus says “follow me”. Awesome message for today’s social media crowd.

[@joysilas4724]

Just seeing this video… for me…. Is a conviction from the Lord. I’ve been dealing with my mental health and lack of productivity and God keeps telling me to get off my phone. Thank you for this video. I’m going to get off my phone now and listen to the Lord! Time to be obedient.

[@drifyonyeagoro]

Thank you Allen, for doing this video. Last month, one of my mentors told me she is getting off Instagram so she can refocus herself on the things of God. She said there are too much distractions in Instagram. Right now, she deleted all her post and unfollow all the peoples she has been following I agree with you 119%. I am planning on doing the same thing because each I go there I found myself spending almost an hour watching reels and other stuff. Thank you again for this video, you have encouraged me. God bless you Allen.

[@VictorGonzalez-ys7ky]

A few years ago I stopped getting on Instagram . It was the first thing I did in the morning and last thing I did a night. It opened the wrong doors. I totally agree with you. The world is hard enough to deal with as it is. I need Jesus Christ. Not the world. Thanks for your post. I am a sinner and need to be reminded and learn more about my Lord and Savior. Keep on giving the word. Praise God.

[@jollygoodgordon5580]

It’s a rabbit hole of narcissism.

[@demone.pettis]

Thanks for posting this brother. I been getting a tug to get off social media as well. I take this video as confirmation. I need to study the word of God more anyway. Peace and blessings to you and yours 🙏🏽

[@demory1000]

Thank you Allen for admiting to #1. I told my wife last night I have trouble with looking at women, I was running lights for a step show last week at the University I work at. All I can do is turn my eyes. Thanks for your videos and the Ministry you provide, I find you a blessing.

[@lpl433]

I hope you have the Holy Spirit to help you too and a group of godly men in church. That is a brave admission.

[@kadambarinaik3035]

I have been having conviction from the Holy Spirit about staying away from Instagram due to idolatry and covetousness and this video has helped me so much thank you! God bless!

[@pashukeni_]

I totally agree! Instagram personally has been such a distraction and if you aren’t aware you end up drifting from God slowly but surely. I haven’t been on for months and it’s been amazing. Anything that causes time away from God isn’t worth keeping or entertaining.

[@vidennis186]

This video is right on time. I was just thinking on yesterday, that I was spending too much time on social media and not on reading the bible. I would say to myself, I'll start reading the bible in a few minutes and a few minutes turns into an hour and then I am too tired and sleepy to read the bible. I mainly try to use social media to follow family and close friends, but end up looking at other posts. I am praying about this, because I do enjoy wishing family and friends happy birthday, anniversary and replying to inspiration scripture posts.

[@sophiewilson4060]

Me too thats why i decided to take a break, i was focussing a lot on unnecessary things and less on God.

[@DomHWilliams]

it’s crazy how God works !!! i have been thinking about taking a break from social media more so instagram and i’ve been thinking about starting another youtube channel geared around helping other christians along the way also while holding me accountable with my walk and christian music . it’s just i keep getting distracted thinking that maybe i should do it on instagram cause it’s easier to get followers because i already have

[@rebeccablxck]

Hey same! with the youtube. You should do it!!

[@alberts2331]

I greatly respect and appreciate the honesty. I personally believe most men struggle with this very problem but most are too afraid to admit it. I got rid of my Instagram for the very same reason. At times I have considered getting rid of Facebook as well but like you I like to post scripture into the platform to share with others.

[@lefaphetla7662]

I love how you referencing with scriptures 🥺May the Good lord bless you...we learn a lot from you

[@emc658]

Yes, yes, yes! Been off the gram (& don’t have FB) since January, and my mental health, confidence, and peace have sky rocketed! 🚀