The Witherspoon Institute has found that a growing body of research shows the habitual use of pornography destroys people of all ages and both sexes, including their relationships, their productivity, and even their ability to function in society.
“Since the beginning of the Internet age,” says Mary Eberstadt, research fellow of the Hoover Institution, “pornography has been consumed in greater quantities than ever before in human history and its content has grown more graphic.”
Often thought to be an activity that doesn’t harm anyone, this study shows that the victims of pornography are the user and those the user loves.
The Witherspoon Institute’s report, “The Social Costs of Pornography,” is “the first multifaceted, multidisciplinary, scholarly exploration of pornography since the advent of the Internet,” according to the Christian Newswire.
“The factual evidence is in,” said Dr. Ted Baehr, professional media scholar and founder of MOVIEGUIDE® and the Christian Film & Television Commission®. “Pornography represents a clear and present danger to society and the family, especially vulnerable children and teenagers.”
– Source: Christian Newswire, 03/16/10.
** Shocking ‘Entertainment’
A TV game show in France revealed something very dark recently.
When given the chance, 81% of the participants in the “show” elected to “kill” a contestant with electricity. A fake – or should we say faux – game show was held with actors playing the victims. The participants giving the electric shocks, however, thought that the victims and the game were real. They could decide how much electricity to jolt the contestants. The majority kept jolting the “contestant” until he, an actor, pretended to die.
Of 80 players, 16 individuals walked out. Of the remaining 64 players, 51 “killed” the contestant. A player commented, “I was worried about the contestant. At the same time, I was afraid to spoil the program.”
There seems to be no end to what people will do when in the grips of the power of television. This “experiment” also confirms the biblical notion of original sin.
– Source: Yahoo News, 03/17/10.
** Wal-Mart and P&G Launch Family Friendly Programming
The consumer product giant P&G has joined forces with the retail giant Wal-Mart to give families genuine entertainment options in place of the “round the clock filth” that passes for entertainment on most television outlets.
A study shows that 77% of moms and dads overwhelmingly support this new venture, which aims to produce programs that will be family friendly and fun for the whole family.
– Source: Washington Update, 02/16//10.
Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.
What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.
You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.
Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.
Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.
What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.
You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.
Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.
