Video Games and Christianity?

[@reke9942]

As a christian CG artist, this was very encouraging. I look forward to creating quality christian game content

[@ezassegai4793]

Reke Onamusi Good luck man!

[@sotem3608]

I'd love to make a Christian game myself, I'm a developer, and music creator as well. Unfortunately can't find the time to do so.

[@Jnathans412]

Do you mean CG as in Capital Games developer?

[@Alzexza]

Love this... I would love to model the mountain/throne of God in Blender... and find somehow, how to do it in a respectful... majestic way.

[@louisasmith2537]

This video has been really helpful for me (female Christian gamer). I grew up playing computer games (I am 21 now), and I am really struggling right now. I love the Lord with all of my heart and I want to serve Him always, yet I find that other Christians look down on my hobby (gaming). Outside my family, I only have one other Christian to play with, and he isn't someone I know IRL. I so wish more Christians played video games - while I've been able to be a light to many people here, I feel totally alone. Christians simply don't have any influence here, yet the people that are here are struggling and craving the love of Christ. While some (like me) play for the challenge, many of them play because they are hurting or lonely or have troubled lives in the real world. THESE are the people - the tax collectors/sinners/broken ones that Jesus went out of his way to reach - yet I feel totally alone here as a Christian. Why aren't more Christians here? This is what God has called us to do - to encourage the broken and bring them to the Healer of all things. Because of this, I would encourage other Christians that DO enjoy this hobby to reach out to the broken people around them online, and to those that don't enjoy this hobby - please, show love to those that do. There aren't many of us here, seemingly, and it's so much harder to be a light online than it is to be a light when you are out shopping or golfing or participating in any other hobby.

[@Zafarriii]

I am a Christian woman who's been a gamer her whole life. It was a big part of my childhood, some games were like a really good book that you got to play the character. Also I like simple games that tested timing, memory, reaction speed, high scores. It's fun! Just like board games, card games, and creative stories. Now since I became a Christian I don't participate in extremely inappropriate content, just like movies and music. I'm sure there are many Christians that would disagree and condemn such things.. when I think about being in the world but not of it. I don't think that means pulling out all together, segregating ourselves. More like In what ways are we able to enter into any activity... be it Sports, music, gaming, dinner parties, dancing, social media, conversation... and be a light in that, be set apart, different in our speech and behavior that holds to what's true and good. Now there are things that are clearly defined of what we can and can't do in the Bible, then there are some things that have to do with the heart, and should individually be brought before the Lord in willingness to change if he calls you to. However, does that make it the dictation for every brother and sister.. I believe NOT... alcohol consumption is a good example for this. Clearly the Bible teaches drunkenness is a sin, but then other places in the Bible moderation or occasion is supported. For some alcohol is a major temptation and can be easily abused for others they could take it or leave it and it won't cause a stumble in their walk in service to the Lord or others. I think this can apply to many things we are privileged to enjoy and experience in Gods creation. With responsibility and loving obedience to the God we serve.

[@PrinceJes]

Haha that's also me.

[@TheCabin777]

Hi, I am a gamer and been one pretty much my whole life too, as well as a Christian. Quick background, I was raised catholic but was baptized recently as a Christian and it wasn't until now that this has become such an important matter to me. I have never thought of gaming as a sin, but recently it has been convicting me so much that I bought Resident Evil 2 remake and have not played it, also this is my gaming channel (TheCabin) and going to close it down for the same reason. I have always loved playing Horror games like Silent Hill, Until Dawn, Resident Evil, and many others but never thought of it like a sin till now. God comes first in my life and I pray to him for permission and guidance with everything I do. I wish I could know for sure if it's that maybe he wants for me to stay away from horror, violence or is it all video games(Skyrim, Zelda,Fallout). I know it's all fake and I don't think it has affected my life or its not like I'm addicted to them either, but I guess what I am trying to know for sure if the Holy Spirit is convicting me and trying to tell me to deny myself, pick up my cross and completely summit to my Heavenly Father.

[@itslitgamestv6827]

I'm a male Christain gamer.

[@Adrian-kk9en]

@@TheCabin777 this is an old comment, how are you doing today? I feel almost the same way about this. I want to be convicted of playing videos games to know if it really is bad for me. Then I would hope I stop but if I am not convicted, I would still play when I have leisure time. I play App Store games like clash Royale which has no bloodshed but does have killing and wizards and witches.

[@mpowers22]

I'd definitely fast and pray about this one if I were you, brother ❤️ 60 hours, if weekly, sounds a bit unhealthy. We need to get the WORD in us as often as possible, every single day, meditate on it day and night, and HE will transform us. 🙏 Praying for us all🙏

[@AbeVsTheWorld]

I think he meant 60 hours total as your hours adds up to the game. Like 1 hour for 60 days for example.

[@hawaii5298]

I suggest you guys play this game called That Dragon Cancer. Its a christian game about real-life situation based on a boy named Joel (4 year old) whos battling cancer. The parents made this game dedicated to their son. It involves with symbolisms that may reference to some scriptures from the bible. Whats cool about this is that a lot of popular KZbinrs have played this game.

[@paxhumana2015]

I heard about that game, and, while it is sweet that they did that for their kiddo in response to his untimely death, I am convinced that is not my cup of tea. A far better idea that could reach the lost would be to get the best aspects of the various Warriors types games that Koei Tecmo has made and then make it based upon the various battles of the Old Testament. The game could also have chests that unlock the Holy Scriptures in the various battlefields, which could help augment special attacks, weapons, mounts, armor, and such, and also unlock them as well. I think that the game could be called Shekinah Warriors.

[@DoodleRooom]

As a wife to a gamer, i don't like the addictive nature of gaming and how it takes away from our relationship and family time. I grew up gaming, loving games actually, but i have gone off gaming as a whole because i see negative effects every day

[@darrionowens3254]

There is few people who can play video games in my opinion i think you can play put don't make it your god

[@paxhumana2015]

Well, that is because you lot let religious ritualism ironically negatively affect you lot, which, to be honest, is just as toxic as the things that are in the world. Cult like behavior is not tolerated by YAHWEH EL ELOHIM, let alone false teachings, misunderstandings, and misinterpretations of His Holy Word.

[@TheUltraMegaSuperman]

Praise God for you guys! The gamer subculture has been neglected by Christians for far too long.

[@jim5140]

There are some games that are just objectively fun and I think pretty harmless and morally neutral for Christians. Minecraft, Rocketleague, Pinball FX, and even with animated violence Chivalry, Planetside 2, Counter Strike, Unreal Tournament, Street Fighter. Then there are games that truly embody great art, storytelling, moral choice, and truly break the mold of video games. I would put Brothers: A tale of 2 sons, Valiant Hearts, This War of Mine. Among the Sleep, Dragon Cancer, and Metro 2033 as consideration for "high art"

[@the2kking307]

Shredmaster Sport games

[@TexterEX]

Minecraft has an enchanting table thats my issue withit

[@amusedapple4933]

Enchanting why

[@amusedapple4933]

TexterEX little late but still why

[@jesseincognito.]

Definitely love the metro series

[@revelationgames6215]

Thanks for the message guys! I found it encouraging. I was in a place of possibly just giving up on my dream to create Christian games of both literal and Illustrative design. I appreciate the encouragement. =) I think it was an answer to prayer to be honest. I was looking for direction from God and this message popped up a week later. Thanks guys!

[@klonsagaen]

do we need Christian computer games? i like zelda and i am glad it was created. and i also like super mario. Is it necessary just to watch a copy of super mario in 3d? all god´s people from pentecostal church on this earth are copies of a nonchristian person. What genre are you gonna make it in? a 3-d platformer? you could make a christian copy that looks like jazz jackrabit meets super mario in one of the newer super mario 3-d platform gamez. thats all for now bye

[@coreywalker5874]

You guys should review the BioShock Collection that's coming out this month. An amazing game with deep philosophical questions that the Christian worldview can confront and engage with.

[@mahimahoo9178]

Great video guys! It really inspires me and gives me hope, as I want to get into the animation industry.

[@PredBlade13]

You can play, just don't let it become a idol in your life. Fast if need to. Read a bible verse before playing, as well if when playing with friends online or split screen do pray before playing and have fun

[@Onkuty]

Gamer myself, I like the idea of Christians reviewing games of this world. Yet I'm still of the opinion, that you should make a different channel for this. I would really like to see quality content regarding apologetics. But those 'game' reviews are not even good. I'm pretty sure I heard "Oh my G.." in the recent video. Come on guys, Jesus is Lord over everything argument?..

[@ApologiaStudios]

1. If you haven't seen quality content concerning apologetics you must have not looked through the over 200 videos on this channel. We highly encourage it. 2. If you didn't catch the Apologetics in this video then we highly encourage you to spend time understanding the foundations of a truly Christian epistemology.

[@mahimahoo9178]

It was "oh my gosh" I had to listen to it a couple times.

[@PathfinderPlays]

Mick B #legalism

[@Riddimsofcreation]

Mick B your convictions can be different from others I will pray and fast about it because drinking alcohol isn't a sin but God will convict a alcoholic for drinking it

[@jonnyfreddo]

This is what I do. Watch Apologia Studios and play minecraft.

[@waylonoconner9121]

I love all this videogame stuff. Keep Worldview Review. I come to Apologia Radio because of what you discuss, teach, and because I believe in what your trying to do. That is build a place that is entertaining but where Christ is the focus. There are loads of places to get sermons, loads of places where you can get biblical discussion but I want more and you are providing that. Thank You....

[@UnnaturalPeople]

You should review That Dragon, Cancer! It fits perfectly as a video game that is unapologetically Christian and is at the same time honest and raw. There is so much in this we can learn from as believers. I would love to see y’all review it cause most reviews out there miss many of the biblical themes in the game or ignore them! Anyway God bless!

[@HaloUnion]

In no mans sky, everything is randomly generated, and as a player you have no true greater purpose. Not sure that's really Christian worldview but I appreciate the conversation nonetheless. This is definitely a new conversation and I'd love to hear more thoughts on this.

[@wesleybennett8573]

Thanks for this video and i really look forward to seeing what you do next. God Bless

[@CarlJohnson-mq7js]

Hey guys, if you haven't read it already, Echoes of Eden by Jerram Barrs is an excellent book about Christianity and the arts. While it was written with literature in mind, a lot of the points can relate to movies, music, video games, etc.

[@JuanRamirez-di9bl]

I would like to see the Gospel preached through a Video Game

[@LSLuikart]

Look out for the game One of 500! That is exactly what you want! :D It is currently under development.

[@BrownGuyGaming91]

You can do that all the time? And people do. Pretty much any online game as long as you have a headset. I often do it and talk to people.

[@g6ge]

how often do they usually do postbit? i genuinely enjoy it, praise God!

[@sirguzman1983]

you should listen what Paul Washer says about videogames and our "culture" of 20 and 30 years old child/men ... we must be salt, men, not sugar

[@Grizzlenator103]

washer means men that do nothing but play games, exactly what Marcus and Jeff said is wrong in this video. Visit video games are just another form of entertainment like anything else

[@sirguzman1983]

The problem with videogames is that usually involve adiction .... you can not share the gospel to unbelievers by using their methods.... as a follower of Jesus I don't see myself travelling in a spaceship, neither do I imaginé the videogame of Paul's travel

[@Grizzlenator103]

+sirguzman1983 do you drive a car? watch TV? movies? ANYTHING that is not inherently sinful can be used to spread the Gospel. Video games are no more addicting than tv or any other form of entertainment

[@thischannelisdeadsopleaseg110]

@@Grizzlenator103 #Debunked

[@darkwaterrage]

Georgia Game Hunting watching movies and TV by yourself is a waste of time. You can’t share the gospel from solo entertainment. Online gaming community needs Jesus too it’s completely different.

[@daring_to_dream9415]

Make a Post Bit review of That Dragon Cancer, its a good game made by a Christian developer.

[@hawaii5298]

YES, YES, YES!!

[@martaelenaochoa2778]

Awesome, I think he does want us to become the curators of this earth again......

[@Jarthart]

re:zero christians who are major voices in games. How quickly we forget that the creators of Myst are Christians and told a story that, while wasn't overtly christian, was parable-like in it's presentation of morality. Others also mentioned That Dragon Cancer which has been out for months and took a huge risk at how overtly it presented it's story.

[@deisophiagaming8216]

Yes the parallels to Cain and Abel is notable in Sirrus and Achenar, and Ged of course is presented as partially naive, and imaginary similar to prelapsarian Adam (not to mention his writing and naming of worlds is akin to Adam naming the animals).

[@Jarthart]

@@deisophiagaming8216 Yup precisely. And I'll be adding 'prelapsarian' to my vocabulary. :)

[@shaneetsingh8531]

I don't think there is anything wrong with gaming as long as it doesn't grip the heart (guarding our heart). The only thing that should grip the heart is Jesus. As long as we are spending time with Jesus, desiring him, enjoying being with him, our hearts will always be guarded, always be love etc.

[@WOT122]

thanks for doing these vids guys! keep it up

[@leanneg6017]

Great job. Please take the time to review 1 Christian game out of every 4 you do. A quarter, King Ginger, and I think it would uplift those who are already trying to make a difference. sinew and bones helping eachother.

[@sotem3608]

Thanks for your video! I'm being very conservative with games myself (I had a lot of wrong ones), there are still some I do play though :D. It's difficult to make a distinction in what to allow, and what not. Do you guys have any pointers on good sermons/articles on this topic?

[@denisee1977]

I just think games like Mortal Kombat are super gorey for me I used to love it but I left it for God. But I guess there is a place where you cross of what is okay and what is really bad. And what is really bad for me was Mortal Kombat.

[@denisee1977]

But games like Assassin's Creed, where is does involve violence, but it allows you to explore and help against big villains and not killing anyone innocent. I'm not sure of.

[@sotem3608]

​@@denisee1977 Personally I'd skip Assassin's Creed, mainly because you are an assassin. And the focus of an assassin is to kill, while the bible says that we should bless and pray for our enemies. (Matthew 5 : 43-44) I've heard people say, doom is okay, because you are slaughtering demons. It kind of follows in the same line. Whatever you do, make sure you can do it with a clear conscience!

[@denisee1977]

@@sotem3608 yeah I see your point. I'm on tiktok a lot, and I see people like ElijahLamb or other great christians who play videogames Im sure wisely with time. And they play games like Call of Duty, which is also killing. I don't think it's bad because your defending yourself in a way. But what does a clear conscience mean to you?

[@ElectriciteT1]

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow is a great game. But you must stop playing before last boss in game because you must become vampire which is unholy to fight him. Overall it is a great game. Light which is you vs Darkness which represent all kind of creatures that you must kill. God forbid us to harm or hurt people but demons we can. And we hurt them every time we do Lords will. So always be connected to God no matter what you do but watch that everything you do is pleasing to Him 🙏 Females should not play this game because you play with male character.

[@ArtisticKid316]

Hey guys, great work. Two questions. (1) With regard to the age of the earth, does Jeff Durbin adhere more closely to a young earth creation standpoint or an old earth? (2) Concerning the Shape of the Earth, is Jeff Durbin a believer in a Flat Stationary Earth or a Moving Ball Earth? Thanks!!

[@warforlight805]

ArtisticKid316 I checked it out. Good stuff!

[@jim5140]

Looking forward to postbit!

[@andreyconsalter]

How you guys would address the words of John, "Do not love the world or anything in the world"? Is he talking about loving (agape) the creation instead of the Creator? Like idolatry?

[@Burgerman1171]

I love this

[@scottfilms7752]

Review NBA 2K17 when it releases or any competitive sports game. I believe the game itself isn't inherently sinful, but those that play, especially when it's two players, 1v1, there can be a lot of anger on behalf of the losing party and bring about a lot of pride on behalf of the winning party. Maybe engage about how to guard one's heart or deal with the anger/pride? Good video, brothers.

[@bretlynn]

if you can stomach the swearing for the sake of research, I recommend Previously Recorded, and The Angry Video Game Nerd's other more subdued game reviews that he does with his friend Mike, for a way of combining your gameplay and your discussion into a singular video experience

[@matthewchaves9842]

How does Apologia Studios view games containing magic and sorcery? Is there a discernable spiritual element we should be wary of when playing games involving casting spells?

[@CrazyIvan1988]

throwing a fireball or striking an enemy with lightning resembles nothing of real world witchcraft or magick, which involves you mental will power and rituals to conjure spirits to do your bidding.

[@SLAYER97501]

Additionally I recently read I believe from cru or desiringgod website an article that challenged the reader roughly, ' why would you desire to have 'powers' when you have THE God of the impossible?'

[@DiscerningDaughter]

Hi Jeff, I am so thankful for your channel and have learned so much from you. I'm wondering what you may know about the game Everquest2. My husband plays that game and similar games several hours a week. I'm wondering if it is inviting spiritual warfare into our life and marriage. He was a strong Christian when we got married, from what I could tell. But walked away from God and church about 3 years ago and won't tell me why. I'm wondering how to pray for him. What verses I could pray for him or over our house. Thank you for any insight you could provide.

[@sambeezy007]

I take Philippines 4:8 into consideration. That said, I'll play games like: - Forza - Monster Trucks - Hot Wheels - Transformers (autobots only) - 2k - Madden Any of the like

[@AH-mw8vi]

The argument that video games prepare a person for war/combat does not hold up. As a Christian with several combat deployments throughout my life as an airborne infantryman, I can confidentiality say that video games, if anything, train a person to be non sensitive to moral issues that Christians should be take into account on today’s modern battle field. It’s no secret that governments have been using stimulation training but that does a poor job preparing soldiers for combat. If a teen or young man wanted to be a better soldier, a great soldier, they should start by disciplining themselves through holy living, exercise, sports, the outdoors, work… Laying on the couch playing video games is counter productive. Be prepared to follow orders but also be counter cultural and be a light amidst the darkness

[@foomersaved8184]

This is like the most rational Christian video talking about video games with a decent amount of knowledge and critical thinking

[@uganda_mn397]

I will be honest, when i was radically changed, one of the first things God settled on slowly getting me away from games despite i was very addicted, God gently through a process took me away from that to not be selfish as there are millions of people who might spend eternity in torment and here i am able to show them Truth spending hours a dayplaying computer games instead

[@SilasCole88]

Playing Fallout 4 at the same time listening to this. Of course, I can't play games without listening to something in the background, which happens to be a lot that deals with apologetics and creation science.

[@amusedapple4933]

Same

[@bowrudder899]

Do a video game based on Revelations!

[@deisophiagaming8216]

You mean the Darksiders series of games?

[@jesseincognito.]

Pretty sure that’s the left behind game

[@cosminbryant1243]

Iam playing Jurassic world on switch right now seeing this

[@darrio6625]

As a ex Xbox ps4 and wii gamer If you can’t give up video games to follow Jesus you are not worthy period!

[@johnnymiller7322]

Time that could be far better utilized serving God, praying, studying God's word, etc.... Don't think me judgmental, I am merely stating truth.

[@TTL9800]

Should a Christian not have anything to do with entertainment such as film, sports, books, etc.?

[@bolicob]

21:45

[@Volmire1]

Johnny, that's what the fundies said, and then the world took over the entertainment industry, the media, and the university. Christians should also be engaged in the culture and not merely live as a monk would.

[@spartanmucho5950]

I love me some Battlefiled 1 any day

[@spartanmucho5950]

***** the saddest thing happens to me... tv Randomly turned off for ever When I tried the beta

[@ChurchPreaches]

Apologia could you do a review to help give a good biblical view for first person shooter games? I just want to know if all First person shooter games are by default wrong, or if there can be any value in them. I have grown up with Halo and CoD, and Medal of Honor, so I can't really have as clear of view due to my being brought up with them. I personally don't have a problem with Halo or CoD, or Battlefield, I don't believe I am sinning by playing them and I have used many opportunities to witness and have used many opportunities to strike up conversation with many people, I have had a few mini debates where another person and I have good conversation and the gospel is shown, but having you guys give those games reviews could help shed light on how I look at them, for though I have used those opportunities, if the game is one I shouldn't play then I should stop playing them. Thank you for your courage to dive into everything. God bless.

[@forrestershephard787]

Wow, Glory to our LORD & Savior Jesus Christ. What a True & great idea. What exactly is post bit though? Would you guys take suggestions/ideas on games you might play? God Bless:D

[@ikebircher5361]

Hey Jeff I have a question what would you guys say or think about Call of Duty when it comes to truth, good and holiness?

[@bretlynn]

mmmmm I wouldn't say that GTA5 doesn't reflect any justice. The thing i appreciated about it the most is that there are consequences to your illegal actions (for the most part), that same thing exists in NMS but to a lesser degree. The sentinels are much easier to flee from in NMS than the police are in GTA5, and the sentinels attack you for breaking rocks, not for real life sinful activities

[@TheMadLeprechaun]

The funny thing about GTA5 is that it is the GTA game in the series that shows the consequences of crime.

[@guyharris9646]

One issue looking at books vs video games. Books by their very nature build and feed the imagination. Visual medium like video games and movies replace the audiences imagination with the developers.

[@kirklincoln4389]

I am a software dev and have been thinking about building a world for an mmorpg, which is greatly needed since most of them funnel towards witchcraft or some pseudo-religious message; however, there is a large issue with balancing in the game. Do you allow people to play characters such as warlocks, wizards, magicians? or do you exclude that portrayal? Any well made game takes years to build so I trust God will lead, and it will only move forward with his blessing. Moreover, apologetics are highly needed in the current games and there are dark corners in these worlds and franchises where people can receive our message through love and partake in the adoption of the Father. God also uses these games to smash through the walls of communism and offer hope to some seeking escape. Such a mind boggling industry where art meets communication through an endless number of platforms, and as of right now freedom of speech is alive and well. We will see what the coming years bring but no matter what, share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, answer unanswered questions, and most of all love those who are lost, alone, and afraid of seeking out truth. Edit: this was very eye-opening in understanding the dynamic between Christ's reign and our interaction within this life. As always, great content.

[@alwaysgood3913]

Have you made any progress in this? I am a noob programmer but if I can help out I would love to.

[@finalkingdom]

great video guys!

[@kyleg4453]

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” - ‭‭John‬ ‭3:16‬‬

[@TommyKonjo]

I remember when the bald guy with the beard said in an old apologia studio podcast that christian martyrs died so we could enjoy our freedoms such as playing video games...

[@ramigilneas9274]

Well, then their sacrifice wasnt completely worthless. ;)

[@Zero-qm4tb]

Wow I'm late to this party. Nearly all games can be used in a way for the Lord. Some are to be seen more metaphoricle. Others are for visual learners to show why doing bad things is wrong. Others (one of my favorites and an older one, Tomba 2) can be used to help give a little light to the hopeless that long for exploration helping others and/or just adventure. I'm not very far in the Bible as of this point, however I always understood there's more after life ends and that there is a right and wrong. I would say the issue on games is people playing them not being able to set it aside to help somebody with something.

[@jamesferren4892]

Please can I ask you to change your profile picture? Idk if you know but with such symbols you open "the door" for demons in your life You must guard yourself more Stay safe ❤

[@ant6132]

I play video games even violent ones like mortal kombat red dead redemption I take it as a hobby I dont let it have an effect on my morals or my real life I use it solely as entertainment

[@amusedapple4933]

Yeah that’s what I do aswell

[@mahimahoo9178]

I love you.

[@salad3925]

hmmmm I always felt the majority of Christians were just sorely behind the times. Most keenly in video games. Video games are just a thing like anything else. I don't think games need to be ALL GOD ALL THE TIME, even if made by Christians. Like you've seen some of the stranger efforts from people making a sermon in video game form. I like the point you make about isolationism. Not in the sense of making sure people know we're Christians but just going "Eh, let's not get involved at all". Christians have a major problem with that

[@nikko1187]

Who disliked this and why?

[@LiveToRapRapToLive93]

Hey Jeff! Check out a game called, "Saints of Virtue". =) Your kids might like it! =D

[@kyleg4453]

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son. This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who does evil hates the light, and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed. But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God.” - ‭‭John‬ ‭3:16-21‬ ‭NIV‬‬

[@renato5922]

Talk about the Christian game for Android and Iphone called Sheep Master!

[@richardsreviews8820]

I have several questions about this. I'm not sure if I comment here if you will respond. Can I email you?

[@amusedapple4933]

Sorry you didn’t get a reply

[@swimmerfish34]

RDR2 is a good game to show that actions have consequences

[@timothyclark5786]

I know this is an old video but I am a software developer and would like to be involved with creating video games with stories that reflect God's world. Do you know of anyone or a company that are in need for developers?

[@amusedapple4933]

No I dont

[@amusedapple4933]

Hope I was helpful

[@TheCabin777]

The Bad News- You are naturally a born sinner and have broken at least one of the law (10 commandments) at least once in your life (Example: a lie) (James 2-10 says if you break one of these laws, its the same as breaking them all), so because of this you're on your way to hell already, everyone is (Romans 3-23) The Gospel (Good News): JESUS, Who is GOD in the flesh, came into the world and died for us, to free us from the curse of the law (10 commandments) and ressurected on the third day so that whosoever BELIEVES in HIM will not perish but have everlasting life! GOD said this! GOD cannot lie (Titus 1-2, Hebrews 6-18) we can lie because we are sinners. JESUS saved us already (Colossians 2-14) Just BELIEVE and TRUST in HIM! HIM ALONE, anyone who gives you another Gospel, whether an angel or one of us, let him be accursed, like it says in (Galatians 1 6-9) JESUS ALONE! Not religion, Trust in HIM and you will receive the GIFT of THE HOLY SPIRIT. GOD HIMSELF! Repent ye and BELIEVE the GOSPEL (Mark 1-15). AMEN!AMEN!AMEN!!!

[@ZombieSlayer0115]

maybe some League of Legends? please

[@rovanjski124]

what does "children are image baring or image barers" mean?

[@lawrencestanley8989]

The task that is given to mankind in creation is to bear witness to the holiness of God, to be His image bearer (Genesis 1:26). What an image bearer means is that we are made to mirror and reflect the holiness of God and be His ambassadors here on earth, therefore when we sin, we are committing high treason against the one whose image we are to reflect to the rest of the world. As His image bearers, when we sin, we say to the outside world “look at me, this is what God is like.” And God, as our creator, is well within His right to inflict capital punishment for our sin. Instead, as the image bearers of God, we are to live our lives as a demonstration of the likeness of Him, so that through our lives, others might come to know God.

[@puffycoco4400]

Guys, I was wondering, are there any good ps4 games that don't have nudity, homosexuality, or anti religious themes. It's really hard to find games these days. I'm saying that because i have ocd in video games. I don't mind killing. Yeah, ik it's weird.

[@geolcium9251]

You said that hobbies are okay but it’s definition is to relax and take a break from life and what you usually do, well that is anti biblical because it is written that we must glorify God in everything whether we eat or drink .. just to remind you

[@klonsagaen]

would you please use your brain? you go to the toilet ->jesus probably did too. but the bible doesnt mention it. Do you need everything explained to you in BIG letters? think for yourself please bye

[@philregaz599]

Guys, i have a question. idk if it's weird or not. But does it bother some of you who play a game with gay main characters or games that support homosexuality? i just wanna know about that to get an idea.

[@mahimahoo9178]

Play Kingdom Hearts 3 when it comes out, or not.

[@markh1326]

so , you are really into computergames. bubble bobble is cool. And the game tomb raider legend is cool.

[@brianthomson9249]

Play Journey!

[@lawrencestanley8989]

Hey guys, check out Ghost of a Tale. Naval Action is also good, just turn the chat off, there's a LOT of atheists in there with foul mouths and blasphemous language.

[@yahweh4ever241]

Were in the last days & so called christians want to discuss video games.

[@ApologiaStudios]

Matthew 28:18-20 Yes. We believe everything must be done to the glory of God and under the authority of Jesus Christ. We think the statement "Jesus is Lord" has really meaning. We might just be coming from a different perspective of you.

[@salad3925]

I'd like to suggest some games that are philosophically anti Christian like SOMA, Bioshock and its sequels, and maybe Silent Hill 2. Mostly to analyse the worlds these game's create and talk about why anyone in their right mind would want to live in a world where God doesn't exist.

[@dpadillanyg]

Nintendo is the standard.

[@thegraymarketsafari2485]

You can play whatever games you want, it won't affect you. You've got a force-field of God's love. JC and Noah would have been big on Minecraft.

[@daniellopez744]

My gamer tag on Xbox One is : trust Yeshua I play call of duty

[@misterclinical]

Hey Daniel, please note that CoD is about killing people. The idea happens in your head. Please reconsider what Jesus thinks about the idea of killing.

[@annameuleners3705]

cod is a war military game, but yes agree with that jesus says murder is wrong but defending your country is not.

[@puffycoco4400]

vip hopeman, the bible doesn't encourage killing but it mentions it multiple times. Killing is not always wrong as in self defense. Murder is the wrong type of killing.

[@darrionowens3254]

@@misterclinical but if you don't play it. For hours or make it your god are you good plus it's not real

[@Bainband]

Hey, Jeff! Great video! I wanted to let you guys know that there is some discussion from Christians about gaming and pop culture in general. Check out www.GeeksUnderGrace.com. We are totally biblical and look at many, many games, movies, anime, books, comic books, television shows, and more as well as the culture surrounding each entertainment venue as well.

[@warforlight805]

I checked it out! Good stuff!

[@scottsantiago7586]

What about Destiny. You play as different races destroying evil alien races to bring peace. Now, just the ESRB ratings state that your online experience may be different. I have played online and um yeah, you hear kids, little kids dropping the F bomb, left and right. Me personally, im like, whatever. Is playing Destiny bad? What about MMOs, like WoW, Star Wars, etc?

[@matthewowen3354]

Scott Santiago I wouldn't say Destiny is sinful. You're not going around killing innocent people but protecting them. All the kids swearing seems like the problem is them not the game

[@dingusmoped]

Apologia is beginning to lose the plot into hipster topics...yawn. Not interested.

[@colepriceguitar1153]

When it comes to fps games, I think of it more like paintball. Now if it gets extremely graphic that’s one thing, but we play pretend war in real life all the time and no one considers it to be bad thing.

[@mortalmeat9963]

I feel the same way, its kind of like a sport online theres esports too. Its just a competition as long as its not out of hate or anger

[@sambeezy007]

I'm taking what my dad said into consideration. Kids in his day played cops and robbers. I kinda see Need For Speed the same way.

[@joshuabach9009]

Instead of playing games or other fun things, we need to be reading our bibles, reading books about theology, praying, or singing praise to God, because the meaning of life is to worship God.

[@neilm71]

While I don't think you're wrong as to the meaning of life, two points to consider. First, there is the concept of being so heavenly minded you are of no earthly good. Second, what of the Great Commission? You don't think God is going to use one of these video games to reach some youth and bring them to Christ? How exactly does he do that if not a single Christian plays them?

[@joshuabach9009]

But where is the line drawn? This generation of gamers is getting out of hand. It sounds like people are justifying playing games that are incompatible with our values and virtues as Christians just because it feeds the flesh and its desires. I don't disagree with video games in its entirely but can't we at least focus on games that glorify God only.

[@LiveToRapRapToLive93]

"Saints of virtue", check it out guys =) Played this game when I was a kid and I have a pc of my own now and i really wanna play it xD

[@jflight7013]

Video games can train you for war? LOL

[@AlexandreFrenetteJ]

There are many problems with your idea of Christian games with good godly values. - The market is far too small: you are looking at a market composed of adults with a strong judeo-christian moral compass. Generally kid-friendly games (lego games for example) already hold a very large market share of this niche. - Gamers enjoy playing games for one reason above all others: they allow them to do things that they can't or wouldn't normally do (professional sports, travel to other planets, fight dragons and monsters, kill people...) and there is a large market in allowing people to have certain behaviors in a game that is downright evil. I am not advocating in favour of this type of behaviour or game, but the numbers don't lie. So at most the games will be reaching a small indie niche market of morally upright adults with judeo-christian values who don't find mainstream kid-friendly games to their liking. At worst these games will go the way of most other christian games, which is to say that they are just plain terrible. The idea is nice, but it is unfortunately not marketable.

[@klonsagaen]

i do believe, christians can follow the market. Look at narnia. i once had narnia 1 and 2 for pc the pc games. bye

[@ChlomoBear]

But where is the line drawn?? Are yall going to play doom as well?? This is getting out of hand. All it sounds like is yall justifying playing games that are incompatible with our values and virtues as christians just because it feeds the flesh. I dont disagree with video games in general but can't yall at least focus on games that are either edifying or puzzle-like or one without an undertone of uplifting being emerged in something promoting sinful aspects. Because what yall have played and promoted as being 'yesmen' to is utterly disappointing as a fellow sister in christ. Dont ignore fellow believers like me who are speaking politely disagreement from this by painting me with a legalist brush because that is being intellectually honest and demonizing me just because im exposing your desire to justify your feeding the flesh with unGodly games. I am so disappointed in this channel.

[@thomasclark5413]

Im sure your not perfect lady

[@LPTV84]

Well let me ask you something, do you remember ever hearing about Dungeons and Dragons and the controversy it had back in the 80s where Christians panned it as a satanic game because of its use of monsters, fantasy, violence, and it could have demonic influence over children? The thing is none of that is true. I never once put my mind to believe anything I played would lead me to demonic or evil things because *plays horn sound with my mouth* I'm smart enough to know fantasy from reality. By fantasy and reality, I don't mean that demons or devilish and evil things don't exist that are supernatural, but by reading the Bible I can understand what is a REAL demon, a REAL evil, and most of the Bible shows us sin and the failure of sin that leads to damnation and God's wrath and justice and so on IF we ignore his many pleas and mercies through the Holy Spirit thanks to the actions of his Son Jesus Christ. You have to realize that we live in an unGodly world, not totally, but almost and we even as True Believers know we are never ever ever perfect as Jesus by the flesh and our spirit fails too, so that's why we call the Holy Spirit. You however are indicating that if I play a game which can have little to no inspiration from God or filled with dark and evil images, I am essentially going against God and Jesus ... well why? If I understand that it is imaginary, I do not idolize it, I give the creators their due respect for talent and imagination which is a gift from God to explore the light and darkness that exists in our lives where almost always in a video game we play as the good hero up against some evil, then why is God punishing me? Or is it because you think he is going to punish me when I'm very well aware that I am not participating in something that will damn my soul, but just bring an entertainment of sorts. I mean I don't expect in Heaven that we will be doing one thing, but multiple enjoyments that are way better than here, but I don't see how what you're suggesting makes me the Christian who has played Doom and Gears Of War and other graphic, violent, and sin promoting games when they do not control me?

[@ChlomoBear]

+pablolara125 why even uplift a representation of evil? For example, many christians including myself at one point enjoyed stories like harry potter that present the concept of a world in which there is good and bad magic, good and bad sorcerers. All fantasy. What does the bible say? If God finds all sorcery and magic an abomination, then that means that its always abominable to God and that its REAL. HThese games and stories that promote them in good and fantasy lights condition all of us, including christians that should stay discerning, to think that magic is just made up but if it were real it could be used for good. Then the deceived can be inspired from that mindset when they find out how to use sorcery. How is promoting filthy games like grand theft auto any different? Game creators can use their creations to manipulate mindsets to love what God hates. That is my point.

[@ChlomoBear]

+Tom Clark i never said i am perfect. You will never here me imply that either. Just because i choose to make a valid point to try to help fellow christians to see where believers like me are coming from when we disapprove of this doesnt make me "judgemental, intolerant, hateful, legalistic, overly critical". Im sorry you default to that mindset when someone simply stands up against something that isn't in line with how Christ wants us to do with certain things with context. And if constructive criticism isn't allowed even in christian communities, it speaks for itself.

[@richietorresmma]

+Chlomobear (클로이) I don't remember anyone saying your point was valid.. boast much??

[@yahweh4ever241]

Do not love the world or anything in it

[@ApologiaStudios]

Days the guy on KZbin using and watching media. When you engage in reasoning so fallacious and abuse and mangle Scripture in the way you just did. . . it ought to cause you to rethink your position. Engaging in self-refutation is the surest sign you are in error.

[@alanj554]

Apologia Studios Your ad hominem attack just shows that you lost the argument

[@neilm71]

Apologia's attack pointed out, first, the hypocrisy of the position: OP said "don't love anything of the world" as he's posting on social media, while watching (ostensibly) the presentation on the media. To participate in something is not love. Period. In the same way someone can be a Christian and a lawyer, doctor, soldier, police officer... or football, baseball, hockey, tennis, chess or any other "game" player... it's ridiculous, fallacious, and just a bit insane to think someone can't be both a player of video games and a Christian. That was the second portion of the Apologia comment. Done in a bit of a snarky manner, granted, but more succinctly than I just did. Apologia ended the comment with a second nod to the hypocrisy of the OP, self-refutation is another way of saying one is being a hypocrite. You're literally refuting your own position in stating it. That being said, kudos to the ID on the verse, 1 John 2:15 is right on point, but as with all understanding of individual Bible verses, context means a lot. If your absorption into a particular video game impedes your love of God, yeah, that might be a problem! But to make a blanket statement that it does so in every case for everyone is judgmental at best and lunacy when extrapolated.

[@MichielDeSnuyter]

How can I not love that which God created?