Following Jesus Online: What Does Your Digital Life Say About Your Faith?

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Apr 23
2 min read

“Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus...” — Colossians 3:17

You follow Jesus in real life—but what about online?

We spend hours on our phones every day—scrolling, posting, commenting, liking. Social media is part of our rhythm. But here’s the real question:

Is your digital life reflecting the faith you claim to live out?

In a world that’s watching, following, and constantly connected—your online presence speaks. The question is: What is it saying about your walk with Jesus?

Let’s break it down.

📱 Your Faith Doesn’t Stop at the Screen

It’s easy to separate “online me” from “real-life me. ”But God doesn’t see two versions of you—He sees you.

“Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him...” — Hebrews 4:13

That means:

Your story posts matter.
Your comments matter.
The things you double tap and share matter.

Your phone is not outside God’s view. It’s part of your worship, your witness, and your walk.

✨ What Following Jesus Online Looks Like

Here’s what it doesn’t mean:

Only posting Bible verses
Re-sharing every sermon clip
Being overly “Christian” to gain likes

Here’s what it does mean:

Being authentic in what you post
Refusing to participate in gossip, shade, or drama
Using your platform to encourage, not tear down
Choosing purity, humility, and truth—even when no one else is

Following Jesus online looks like integrity. Consistency. Kindness. Courage.

⚠️ What to Watch Out For

There are a few traps we easily fall into if we’re not careful:

1. Performing Christianity

Only posting your faith to look spiritual. Reminder: Jesus sees your private life more than your highlight reel.

“These people honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me.” — Matthew 15:8

2. Spiritual Passivity

Liking Christian content but not living it out. You can follow every worship account and still be distant from God.

3. Comparison & Identity Crisis

Letting curated content convince you that you’re not enough. But filters don’t define your worth—Jesus does.

🔥 Your Digital Life Is a Mission Field

Every follower, every DM, every view—you never know who’s watching. What if your online presence is the only Bible someone ever sees?

That doesn’t mean you need to preach every post. But it does mean:

Being different
Being intentional
Being light in a space that desperately needs it

“Let your light shine before others…” — Matthew 5:16

You were never meant to blend in—you were meant to shine.

🕊️ Final Thoughts

Your screen doesn’t separate you from your Savior. So live in a way—even online—that honors Him.

Check your heart before you post. Use your words to build, not burn. Let your feed reflect your faith.

Because the world is always watching. But more importantly—so is God.