Social Media, Sass, and the Sermon on Your Feed
If Jesus had a smartphone, what would He post? What would His Instagram feed look like? Would He post photos of loaves and fishes? Would His TikToks include walking-on-water tutorials? Would His tweets be fiery zingers or gentle reminders to love your neighbor? It’s a fun thought to entertain, but beneath the humor lies a real question: What would Jesus post? And maybe more importantly, what should we post?
Scroll, Like, Repeat: The Gospel According to Hashtags
Let’s be real—social media is where we spend a lot of our time. From sunrise selfies to late-night memes, our feeds are filled with everything from political rants to puppy reels. It’s our digital pulpit, whether we realize it or not. So, the way we post, comment, and share actually says a lot about our faith.
And if we claim to follow Jesus, then yes, our feeds should reflect Him, not just our brunch order or hot takes on celebrity drama. Jesus wasn’t afraid to speak truth, but He also wasn’t out here trying to win arguments just to say, “Told ya so.”
The Sermon on Your Feed: Would Jesus Drop a Mic or a Parable?
It’s easy to confuse being “righteous” with being “right.” Social media tends to reward sass over grace, zingers over understanding. But remember, Jesus rarely used sarcasm (though I like to think He had a good dry wit). Instead, He taught with stories, questions, and compassion.
So before hitting “Post,” ask yourself:
- Is this helpful or just a humblebrag?
- Does this build someone up, or tear them down?
- Would Jesus post this or give me the side-eye?
It’s not about being perfect online (spoiler: no one is), but about being intentional. We can be both honest and kind. Truthful and gentle. Funny and faithful.
Blessed Are the Meme-Makers (Sometimes)
Don’t get me wrong—I love a good meme. Jesus might even enjoy some holy humor, as long as it doesn’t come at the expense of others. There’s a place for light-heartedness. After all, God created joy. But if our timeline is full of snarky posts, sarcastic “prayer requests,” or passive-aggressive jabs disguised as inspiration, we might need to ask ourselves: Is this glorifying God or just glorifying my ego?
Maybe instead of “likes,” we should be aiming for fruit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. (Galatians 5:22-23, aka the real Influencer checklist.)
Faith-Based Filters: Choosing Christ Over Clout
It’s tempting to chase attention—to post the perfect photo, the viral opinion, or the most polished version of our lives. But Jesus didn’t come for filters and fame. He came for the messy, the broken, the real. And He invites us to do the same.
When we curate our lives for “likes,” we risk losing sight of the One who truly sees us. Authenticity is kingdom currency. Vulnerability draws others in. You don’t have to share your darkest secrets, but a little honesty goes a long way in showing others that faith is for real people, not perfect ones.
Practical Tips for Posting Like Jesus (and Keeping Your Sanity)
- Pause before you post – Ask, “Is this true? Is it necessary? Is it kind?”
- Pray over your platforms – Yep, even your Facebook feed. God cares about your digital witness.
- Engage with encouragement – Be the person who drops encouragement in the comments instead of snark.
- Resist the urge to rage-share – Just because something fired you up doesn’t mean it’s holy.
- Know when to log off – Jesus withdrew to pray. You can withdraw to recharge too.
What Would Jesus Post? A Digital Mission Field
Social media isn’t evil. It’s a tool. Like any tool, it can build or break. It can reach across the world or create division across dinner tables. But used well, it can spread hope, joy, truth, and love to places you may never set foot.
Your posts matter. Your words matter. Your light matters.
So the next time you’re about to share something, pause and ask, “What would Jesus post?” Maybe He wouldn’t be on social media at all. Or maybe He’d be quietly liking the posts of the outcasts, commenting truth in love, and using His stories to point people home.
One thing’s for sure—He wouldn’t be dooms-scrolling, trolling, or one-upping someone in the comments. He’d be inviting people to something better.
And maybe, just maybe, we can too.
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