12. Manna issue 98 - Youth: Shining the Light on Social Media 青年：社群媒體發光
YTTC Students—UK 英國
Editor's note:
The theme of the UK Youth Theological Training Course (YTTC) 2024 was
"Do the Works of Light."
As part of the Literary Ministry (LM) sessions during this event,
the Year 1 students reflected on the theme
in the context of their online lives,
their Christian identity,
and how they engage with social media.
編輯評論：
2024 年英國青年神訓班（YTTC）的主題是，
“行事光明”。
本次活動時作為文宣（LM）課程的一部分，
一年級的學生就此主題進行反省，
反思他們自已網路生活的內容，
他們的基督徒認同，
以及他們如何觸及社群媒體。
Social media has become an integral part
of how we work, play, study, socialize,
and interact with our communities.
As tech companies innovate and expand into every part of our lives,
these apps offer us convenience
and seamless methods of connection, consumption, and even commerce.
社群媒體已融入成為一部份，
會展示我們工作，娛樂，學習，及社交活動，
以及如與社團互動。
隨著科技公司創新，並擴展到我們生活的各方面，
這些應用程式給我們提供便利，
以及無縫連接，消費，甚至商務的方法。
So, if social media is both parallel and extension of the physical world,
it also becomes a battlefield for darkness and light,
an arena in which we must remain vigilant against the wiles of Satan
(1 Pet 5:8).
How should we interact with this world,
and how much do we allow it to influence us?
因此，若社群媒體既是現實世界平行又是其延伸的存在，
那它也成為了一片光明與黑暗的戰場，
是一個我們必須時時警醒撒旦詭計的競技場，
（彼前 5：8）
我們該如何與這個世界互動呢？
我們又該允許它影響我們多少程度呢？
As Christians, how we curate our online spaces
and present ourselves therein are worthy considerations.
The Bible exhorts us to be content and not to covet,
yet our social media feeds serve up endless, shiny images to stimulate our desires and aspirations.
We are instructed to preach,
but instead, we become trapped in the endless churn of memes, misinformation, and mindless scrolling.
We are called to be godly and to shine the light,
yet the algorithm often promotes and popularizes the worst of human nature.
身為基督徒，我們如何培育自已的網路空間，
以及如何在其中展現自我，都值得深思。
聖經勸勉我們要知足，不要貪戀，
然而，我們社群媒體貼文卻充斥無盡且光鮮亮麗的圖片，來刺激著我們的慾望和期待。
我們受教要宣道，
但相反的，我們卻深陷無止盡的表情包，假訊息及無腦滑文。
我們蒙召要成為敬虔，要發出亮光，
然而，演算法常促進廣傳人性最醜惡的一面。
The Year 1 students, aged between seventeen and nineteen years old at the time,
were at a stage of their lives
where they were not only discovering their identities
but also developing their independent faith.
It was eye-opening, therefore, for them to reflect on the questions:
"How can I shine as a Christian
and do the works of light on social media after YTTC?
What changes do I need to make?"
Here, we present some insightful excerpts written by the students.
一年級的學生，當時年齡介於 17 到 19 歲之間，
正處於人生的一個階段，
那時他們不僅在發掘自我認同，
也在發展自已獨立的信仰。
因此，對他們而言，思考以下這些問題可開擴眼界：
“我身為基督徒，可如何於社群媒體發光，
完成青年神訓班之後，如何於社群媒體上行善？
我需要做出那些改變呢？”
以下我們列出一些學生寫下啟發的摘錄。
SPENDING OUR TIME WISELY 善用自已的時間
CL—Canada 加拿大
After reflecting on my social media presence and usage,
I plan to shine God's light and glorify His name more in my life and online.
在反省了自已社群媒體實體及用法後，
我計劃在自已生活和網路上，更多彰顯神的光輝，榮耀祂的名。
The more time I spend on my device,
the less time I have for other important tasks,
such as building my relationship with God.
我用電子設備的時間越多，
我用於其他重要任務的時間就越少，
例如與神建立關係。
Thank God, I have a regular spiritual cultivation habit of daily prayer and Bible reading
—I enjoy reading and reflecting on a chapter before going to bed.
However, in recent years, social media and entertainment have occupied much of my time,
leaving less space for God's word to dwell in my heart and mind.
After hours of media consumption,
I am left unsatisfied, and God's word feels less nourishing.
感謝神，我養成了每日禱告讀經的靈修習慣。
—我喜歡睡前讀一章聖經，並反省。
然而，近幾年來，社群媒體及娛樂已佔據我大量時間，
以致於留下很少的空間給神的話語來我心中停留。
長時間沉迷於媒體後，
我感到空虛，神的話語不再像以前那樣有造就。
All things are full of labor;
Man cannot express it.
The eye is not satisfied with seeing,
Nor the ear filled with hearing.
(Eccl 1:8)
8萬事令人厭煩（或譯：萬物滿有困乏），
人不能說盡。
眼看，看不飽；
耳聽，聽不足。
耳朵聽不盡。
（傳 1：8）
From this verse, we understand that we cannot find true satisfaction in the world.
We could achieve all things and enjoy all things,
but our eyes and ears would still not be satisfied.
However, we can find true satisfaction in Jesus,
because He is the bread of life.
從這節經文我們明白，在世上我們無法找到真滿足。
我們可以成就一切，享受萬物，
但我們的眼耳仍然無法滿足。
然而，我們可以在耶穌裡找到真正的滿足，
因為祂是生命之糧。
For He satisfies the longing soul,
And fills the hungry soul with goodness.
(Ps 107:9)
9因他使心裡渴慕的人得以知足，
使心裡飢餓的人得飽美物。
（詩 107：9）
And Jesus said to them,
"I am the bread of life.
He who comes to Me shall never hunger,
and he who believes in Me shall never thirst."
(Jn 6:35)
35耶穌說：
“我就是生命的糧。
到我這裡來的，必定不餓；
信我的，永遠不渴。”
（約 6：35）
After the YTTC, I am determined to reduce my screen time
to truly dedicate time for God every day
and to nourish myself with God's word.
By doing so, God's light may shine from me to let others know
that God's word truly satisfies.
完成青年神訓班之後，我決心減少自已使用螢幕的時間，
來每天真正獻出時間給神，
並以神的話語來滋養自己。
如此，神的亮光才能從我身上光照，可讓別人知道，
神的話話確真帶來滿足。
DARE TO BE DIFFERENT 勇於與眾不同
EK—UK 英國
To be honest, I do not reveal my Christian identity on social media
for fear of rejection and isolation from my friends outside of church.
However, we are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation,
and God's own special people
(1 Pet 2:9).
I should emphasize my difference as a Christian,
as many others do on social media
—to stand out and spread the gospel,
and use social media as a weapon against heresy.
If I minimize the energy I waste on social media for my own pleasure
and utilize it instead for the salvation of others,
then my precious time can be used effectively for God.
老實說，我不會在社群媒體公開自已基督徒的身份，
因為害怕自已教會外朋友的排斥和孤立。
9惟有你們是被揀選的族類，是有君尊的祭司，是聖潔的國度，
是屬神的子民，
（彼前 2：9）。
我應該強調自已作為基督徒的差異
像許多其他人在社交媒體那樣行，
—要站出來，傳揚福音，
並以社群媒體作為武器對抗異端。
如果我能減少浪費在社群媒體享樂的精力，
而是反而用之於拯救他人，
那麼我寶貴的時間就能為神有效使用。
The real change that needs to happen is with my attitude.
I need to reflect on the time I spend on social media and how it affects me
—how its influence may cause my beliefs to drift ever so slightly
until I begin to compromise in my faith.
I am unable to stand firm against the constant flood of media.
Ultimately, I am not able to do this by myself
—do I really have the strength?
It is so easy to pick up my phone and start scrolling.
I need God;
I need to pray for the strength to step away
and rely on the Holy Spirit to give me the wisdom
to understand that the things in this world are temporary.
On social media, we see trends emerge and fade,
gradually coming and going out of the spotlight.
But God's word is different: it is eternal and irreplaceable.
真正需要改變的是我的態度。
我需要反思自己花在社媒上的時間以及它如何影響我，
—它的影響如何讓我的信仰一點點飄離，
直到我開始妥協信仰。
我無法堅定抵擋媒體的持續灌輸。
最終，我無法獨自做到這麼作，
—我真的有這種力量嗎？
我們很容易就拿起手機開始滑動螢幕。
我需要神；
我需要禱告，祈求神加添力量可以遠離，
並依靠聖靈賜我智慧，
讓我明白世間萬物皆是暫時的。
在社群媒體上，我們看到潮流興起又消逝，
逐漸來到聚光燈下又消失。
但神的話語不同：它是永恆又無可取代。
"Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth,
where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal;
but lay for yourselves treasures in heaven,
where neither moth nor rust destroys
and where thieves do not break in and steal."
(Mt 6:19–20)
“19不要為自己積儹財寶在地上；
地上有蟲子咬，能壞，也有賊挖窟窿來偷。
20只要積儹財寶在天上；
天上沒有蟲子咬，不能壞，
也沒有賊挖窟窿來偷。”
（太 6：19-20）
The things of this earth do not last,
and we can never truly rely on the temporary.
We need to be certain in the truth and in the gospel.
世間萬物無法長久，
我們永遠不能真正信賴短暫的事物。
我們需對確定真理及福音。
GUARDING OUR HEARTS AND MENTAL HEALTH 警守自已內心與心理健康
Connie Teng—Taipei, Taiwan 台灣台北
Sometimes I feel that using social media lowers my self-esteem.
The more time I spend on it,
the more I lose myself.
Social media was meant to be a place
where everyone could freely share their lives with friends;
instead, people only show their best selves,
turning it into a toxic space for constant comparison.
When I start comparing myself to others
and using their success as a means to criticize myself,
I temporarily close my account to take a break.
However, if I never truly adjust my self-perception
and desire to live as others do on social media,
I will never escape the vicious circle.
有時我覺得使用社群媒體會降低我的自尊。
我花越多時間在社群媒體，
我就更加迷失自我。
社群媒體本該是一個場所，
在那裡大家可以自由地與朋友分享自已生活；
然而，人們卻只展現自己最好的一面，
把它轉變成一個不斷攀比的有害空間。
當我開始與別人比較，
並用他們的成功作為一種批評自己的方式，
我就暫時關閉帳號休息一下。
但是，如果我從沒有真正調整自我認知，
想要像社群媒體上的其他人那樣生活，
我將永遠無法擺脫這種惡性循環。
During an LM session,
we reflected on our feelings about others
posting various types of content,
such as travel, food, and personal testimony.
I was surprised to discover
that whenever I saw picturesque images of others traveling or enjoying good food,
my genuine reaction was envy,
or the feeling that they were showing off.
I realized that when I post the highlights of my life,
others might feel the same way.
A verse came to mind:
在一次 LM（文宣）會議時，
我們反省自己對別人的感受，
發佈各種類型內容，
例如，旅行，美食和個人見證。
我驚訝的發現，
每當我看到別人旅行或享用美食的精美照片時，
我真實的反應是羨慕，
或覺得他們正在炫耀。
我意識到，當我發布自己生活的精彩時刻時，
別人也可能有同樣的感覺。
這時有一節經文出現在我腦海：
All things are lawful, for me,
but not all things are helpful;
all things are lawful for me,
but not all things edify.
(1 Cor 10:23)
23凡事都可行，
但不都有益處。
凡事都可行，
但不都造就人。
（林前 10：23）
While there are no issues with sharing our daily lives with others,
have we ever considered if our posts are edifying
or if they could trigger negative emotions in others?
As Christians, we should live a life to glorify God.
However, social media can be addictive and filled with temptations.
雖然與他人分享日常生活並無任何問題，
但我們是否曾經想過，我們的貼文是否能造就別人，
或者他們是否會引發別人的負面情緒呢？
身為基督徒，我們應當過著榮耀神的生活。
然而，社群媒體會令人沉迷，並充滿誘惑。
For all that is in the world
—the lust of the flesh,
the lust of the eyes,
and the pride of life
—is not of the Father but is of the world.
(1 Jn 2:16)
16因為凡世界上的事，
—就像肉體的情慾，
眼目的情慾，
並今生的驕傲，
—都不是從父來的，乃是從世界來的。
（約壹 2：16）
Keep your heart with all diligence,
For out of it spring the issues of life.
(Prov 4:23)
23你要保守你心，勝過保守一切（或譯：你要切切保守你心），
因為一生的果效是由心發出。
（箴 4：23）
All things are lawful for me,
but I will not be brought under the power of any.
(1 Cor 6:12b)
12b凡事我都可行，
但無論那一件，我總不受他的轄制。
（林前 6：12b）
Although social media is not inherently negative for Christians,
we must continually adjust our mindset to ensure we are using it effectively
to preach and encourage others.
And most importantly, remember to
"walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him,
being fruitful for every good work
and increasing in the knowledge of God"
(Col 1:10).
Whatever we do, we should aim to please God instead of people.
雖然社群媒體本身對基督徒並非有害，
但我們必須不斷調整自已的心態，來確保自已會好好利用它，
來傳福音及鼓勵別人。
最重要的是，要記住
“10行事為人對得起主，凡事蒙他喜悅，
在一切善事上結果子，
漸漸的多知道神”
（西 1：10）。
無論我們做什麼，都應該以取悅神為目標，而不是取悅人。
PREACHING ONLINE 網路宣道
Isabella Shek—Sunderland, UK 英國桑德蘭
As a Christian, I can do the works of light on social media
—especially on Instagram, which I use daily
—by reposting stories or posts from True Jesus Church (TJC) accounts to spread the gospel.
Doing this helps spread awareness to my followers,
who may not know that I am a Christian
or who do not know God.
Personally, this is a challenging step
as I feel hesitant to post about my faith.
I care a lot about how I am perceived.
But I am willing to make this change
if it will bring more people to God.
I should preach whenever possible and do the will of God,
without concerning myself with others' opinions.
身為基督徒，我可以在社群媒體上行善，
—尤其是 Instagram ，我每天都會使用，
—藉由轉發真耶穌教會（TJC）的發文或限時動態來傳播福音。
這樣做會有助於讓自已的粉絲了解，
他們可能還不知道我是基督徒，
或者他們還不認識神。
對我個人而言，這是很有挑戰性的一步，
因為我不太願意公開自已的信仰。
我會注重別人會如何看待我。
但我願意做出這種改變，
如果這能帶領更多人歸向神。
我應該盡可能去傳福音，遵行神的旨意，
而不用在意別人對我的看法。
After attending the YTTC,
I feel more equipped with knowledge to preach both online and in person,
especially as we have been learning the basic doctrines
—the foundation of our belief that cannot be altered.
We must stand out, shining God's light to show that we are God's children:
參加完青年神訓班 YTTC 之後，
我感覺自己裝備更多知識可在網站及面對面宣道，
尤其是在我們學習了基本教義之後，
—那是我們信仰的根基，不可更改。
我們必須脫穎而出，發出神的亮光，來表示自已是神的兒女：
[T]hat you may become blameless and harmless,
children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation,
among whom you shine as lights in the world.
(Phil 2:15)
15使你們無可指摘，誠實無偽，
在這彎曲悖謬的世代作神無瑕疵的兒女。
你們顯在這世代中，好像明光照耀，
（腓 2：15）
Update: Thank God, a year has now passed since YTTC 2024.
Throughout the past year,
I have learned to come out of my shell and shine as a Christian on social media.
Since I started sharing my faith on Instagram and posting content from TJC accounts,
my friends outside of church have viewed, acknowledged,
and liked my faith-related posts.
I have also shared e-invitations for spiritual convocations happening at my local church.
This subtle form of preaching
sheds light on the church and the truth
for those who may not know God or have different beliefs.
Thank God that I was able to carry out this resolution!
更新：感謝上帝，自 2024 年青年神訓班（YTTC 2024）已經過去一年了。
在過去的一年裡，
我已學會了走出自己的舒適圈，在社群媒體以基督徒的身份發光。
自從我開始在 Instagram 分享自已的信仰，並轉貼 TJC 真耶穌教會帳號的內容以來，
我教會外的朋友已看到，留意，
並按讚我信仰相關的貼文。
我也分享自已當地教會舉行靈恩會的電子邀請函。
這種巧妙細微的傳福音，
闡明了教會和真理，
給那些可能不認識神，或持有不同信仰的人。
感謝神，我能夠實現這個目標！
CHRISTIAN IDENTITY 基督認同
Harvey Shek—Newcastle, UK 英國紐卡索
"Let your light so shine before men,
that they may see your good works
and glorify your Father in heaven."
(Mt 5:16)
“16你們的光也當這樣照在人前，
叫他們看見你們的好行為，
便將榮耀歸給你們在天上的父。”
（太 5：16）
To shine the light is to show my true Christian identity,
whether on social media or in real life.
In 1 Jn 5:19, it mentions
that the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one,
but we belong to God.
Since God is light,
we should be a shining light in this dark world.
要發出光輝，就是展現自已真實的基督徒身份，
無論是在社群媒體，還是在現實生活中。
約翰一書 5 章 19 節提到，
19全世界都臥在那惡者手下。
但我們屬於神。
既然神就是光，
我們就該在這黑暗的世界中成為一盞閃耀的明燈。
The world of social media is often shrouded in darkness.
To ensure that we shine the light for God,
we must refrain from watching ungodly materials
that could lead us to normalize sinful thoughts and ideas in our daily lives.
Social media is very accessible
and, if not controlled, can be addictive.
There are many dark things on the web,
but each individual makes their own choices about what to engage with.
社群媒體的世界常常籠罩在黑暗中。
為了確保我們為神發光，
我們必須遠離看那些不敬虔的內容，
以免導致我們把日常生活的罪惡思想和觀念習以為常。
社群媒體隨時觸手可及，
而且若不加以控制，便會令人沉迷。
網路充斥許多黑暗的事情，
但每個人都會自行選擇要參與什麼事情。
We may also be promoting ungodly things
if we like or comment on a video with violence or foul language.
When we comment on a video or post,
we should do so in a manner that edifies people and does not stir up conflict.
我們也可能正在推廣不敬虔的壞事，
如果我們點讚或留言包含暴力或髒話的影片。
當我們留言影片或貼文時，
我們應該有造就人，避免挑起衝突的態度來進行。
We need to make sure that the things we post are godly
—this could mean sharing our faith, posting testimonies,
or inviting people to church events.
One change I can make is to post Bible verses,
as I find reading the Bible to be edifying and joyful.
This is a great way to introduce people to the church,
offering them the opportunity to visit one day.
我們需要確保自已發佈的內容敬虔合宜，
—這可能代表分享我們的信仰、發佈見證，
或邀請大家參加教會活動。
我可以做出的一個改變就是發佈聖經經文，
因為我發現讀聖既有造就又令人喜樂。
這是向大家介紹教會一個很棒的方法，
讓他們在某一天有機會來參訪教會。
BE A LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS 黑暗中發光
Prisca Yue—Newcastle, UK 英國紐卡索
"Let your light so shine before men,
that they may see your good works
and glorify your Father in heaven."
(Mt 5:16)
“16你們的光也當這樣照在人前，
叫他們看見你們的好行為，
便將榮耀歸給你們在天上的父。”
（太 5：16）
As Christians,
we are constantly reminded
that we have the duty to shine the light for God,
and we often associate this teaching with
how we act and behave in the real world.
However, with the increasing popularity of social media,
it is vital to ensure that our online presence aligns with our Christian identity.
作為基督徒，
我們不斷被提醒，
我們有責任為神發光，
而我們常常將這項教導連結起來，
自已要在現實世界如何行為舉止。
然而，隨著社群媒體的日益普及，
確保自已網路形象與我們基督徒身份相符是至關重要。
We often think
we have done our part as Christians
by simply refraining from posting anything ungodly on social media.
While it is essential to be mindful of the content we share,
including our language, presentation, and activities,
we often overlook another crucial aspect of our online presence.
Social media is accessible to all,
meaning that those who follow us can see the media we interact with online.
A post that we think we are liking or commenting on in secret can be seen by all our followers.
"God will bring every work into judgement,
including every secret thing,
whether good or evil"
(Eccl 12:14).
Therefore, we must be mindful of the posts we engage with,
lest our actions become a stumbling block to our brothers and sisters
(Rom 14:13).
A question that we can use for reflection is:
am I tainting the light of God with the darkness of my actions?
我們常常認為，
自已已盡到身為基督徒的本分，
僅只要控制不在社群媒體發佈任何不敬虔的內容。
雖然謹慎自已分享的內容很重要，
包括我們的言語，表達方式和活動，
但我們常常忽略了另一個自已網路形象的重要面。
社群媒體對眾人開放，
這代表那些有關注我們的人，可以看到我們網路互動的內容。
一則我們以為自已正秘密點讚或留言的帖文，是可為所有追蹤者所見。
“14因為人所做的事，
連一切隱藏的事，無論是善是惡，
神都必審問。”
（傳 12：14）
因此，我們必須留意自已互動的貼文，
以免自已的行動成為弟兄姐妹的絆腳石。
（羅 14：13）
一個我們可以反思的問題是：
我是否以自已行為的黑暗玷汙了神的光明？
Another change I can make is to be more active in terms of posting on social media.
Through the LM session,
I learned about the power of social media
and how I can utilize it to share my faith with my non-believing friends.
I can start by sharing the Sabbath encouragements from my local church
and inviting my friends and family
to the online and in-person evangelistic services hosted by True Jesus Church.
Furthermore, I can reach out to the lost sheep
and do the works of God by being their guiding light back to the true church.
我可以做的另一種改變，就是可更積極的在社群媒體上發文。
通過 LM 文宣課程，
我了解到社群媒體的力量，
以及自已可以如何利用它，來與自已非信徒的朋友分享信仰。
我可以開始分享來自我當地教會安息日的激勵勸勉，
並邀請自已的朋友和家人，
來參加真耶穌教會舉辦的網路及實體佈道會。
此外，我還可以向外觸及到迷失的羊，
並且進行神的聖工來成為他們回歸真教會的指路燈。
We can easily avoid the troubles of being on social media
by simply withdrawing from the online world completely,
but is that the correct attitude?
Matthew 5:14 tells us
that we are the light of the world,
and a city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.
Since we have been given the ability
to engage with the world through social media,
why not take up this wonderful opportunity
to shine the light for God in a different setting?
我們能很容易就能避免社群媒體的很多麻煩，
只需完全退出網路世界，
但那真的是正確的態度嗎？
馬太福音 5 章 14 節告訴我們，
14你們是世上的光。
城造在山上是不能隱藏的。
既然我們已被賜予天賦，
可透過社群媒體來與世界互動，
為什麼不把握這絕佳的機會，
在不同的環境中為神發光呢？
ACTIVELY SHINE 主動發光
Seth Ng—Newcastle, UK 英國紐卡索
"Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand,
and it gives light to all who are in the house."
(Mt 5:15)
“15人點燈，不放在斗底下，是放在燈臺上，
就照亮一家的人。”
（太 5：16）
We live in a dark world, surrounded by sin at any given moment.
This is even more true on social media.
Regardless of the platform or its intended purpose,
the algorithm will eventually surface some content that is sinful or harmful
on our feeds.
Similarly, our group chats with friends can sometimes take dark paths,
leading to the sharing and discussion of inappropriate content.
As the above verse says, light is not supposed to be set under a basket
—it should be set high up on a lampstand to give light to all in the house.
我們住在一個黑暗的世界，每時每刻都為罪惡包圍。
在社群媒體這種情況尤其更多。
無論平台及其初衷如何，
演算法最終會推送一些有罪或有害的內容，
在我們的動態版面中。
同樣，我們與朋友的群組聊天有時也會走向歧途，
導致分享和討論了不合宜的內容。
正如上面的經文所示，燈不應該置在斗底下，
—而應該高置於燈臺上，來照亮全家人。
The light is to cut through the darkness,
to shine a path through the seemingly never-ending sin of the world.
We need to act as beacons of light
to guide those who are in the dark.
Jesus states:
光明可穿透黑暗，
來照亮通過世間看似永無止境罪惡之路。
我們需要扮演燈塔，
來指引那些身處黑暗的人。
耶穌說：
"Let your light so shine before men,
that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven."
(Mt 5:16)
“16你們的光也當這樣照在人前，
叫他們看見你們的好行為，
便將榮耀歸給你們在天上的父。”
（太 5：16）
This is no less true in our online social media presence
than in our physical work of preaching.
在我們網路社群媒體動態與自已實體佈道工作中，這一點沒有例外。
We may argue:
"As long as I don't post negative things,
I can still shine the light."
However, shining the light is an active task
that requires our time and effort;
people cannot see our works of light or glorify God
if we have no works to show for it.
我們可以吵：
“只要我不發布負面內容，
我仍可發出亮光。”
然而，發光是一項積極的事工，
需要我們投入時間和精力；
大家就不能看見我們光明的作為，或無法榮耀神，
如果我們沒有實際行動來表明出來。
So, what can I do? 所以我們可作何事？
I mainly use my social media account for secular activities,
such as events I take part in or football scores.
While there may be nothing wrong with this,
my social media presence neither indicates that I am a Christian
nor does it shine the light of God's word;
I need to improve.
我主要用社群媒體帳號發佈一些世俗活動，
例如我參加的活動或足球得分。
雖然這本身可能沒什麼錯，
但我社群媒體活動既沒有顯示我是一位基督徒，
也沒有發出神話之光；
我需要改進。
Update:
Thank God, since I wrote this reflection last year,
I have started to shine the light from my social media,
but not as much as I would like.
I have included a link to the TJC website in my bio,
but I have been sharing evangelistic event invitations sparingly.
This is something I can continue to improve going forward.
However, examining my social media use prompted another realization:
just as my conduct reflects my inner thoughts,
what I post will mirror my social media feed.
This encouraged me to go through my social media
and effectively "clean" it out,
so I can also keep my heart clean as I use my phone.
更新：
感謝神，自從我去年寫下這篇反思以來，
我就開始在自已社群媒體發光，
但還不像我想要的那麼好。
我在個人自介中添加了 TJC 真耶穌教會網址，
但我本就很少分享佈道會邀請函。
這是我未來可以繼續改進的事項。
然而，檢視自已社群媒體使用情況促使我有另一種認知：
正如我的行為會反應了我內心的想法，
我所發布的內容也會反應我社群媒體的動態。
這會促使我經過整理自已的社群媒體，
並有效的“清理”它，
這樣，我也可在使用手機時保守內心潔淨。
小頁 markvmax@hotmail.com
歡迎主內同靈來信加入翻譯
YTTC Students—UK 英國
Editor's note:
The theme of the UK Youth Theological Training Course (YTTC) 2024 was
"Do the Works of Light."
As part of the Literary Ministry (LM) sessions during this event,
the Year 1 students reflected on the theme
in the context of their online lives,
their Christian identity,
and how they engage with social media.
編輯評論：
2024 年英國青年神訓班（YTTC）的主題是，
“行事光明”。
本次活動時作為文宣（LM）課程的一部分，
一年級的學生就此主題進行反省，
反思他們自已網路生活的內容，
他們的基督徒認同，
以及他們如何觸及社群媒體。
Social media has become an integral part
of how we work, play, study, socialize,
and interact with our communities.
As tech companies innovate and expand into every part of our lives,
these apps offer us convenience
and seamless methods of connection, consumption, and even commerce.
社群媒體已融入成為一部份，
會展示我們工作，娛樂，學習，及社交活動，
以及如與社團互動。
隨著科技公司創新，並擴展到我們生活的各方面，
這些應用程式給我們提供便利，
以及無縫連接，消費，甚至商務的方法。
So, if social media is both parallel and extension of the physical world,
it also becomes a battlefield for darkness and light,
an arena in which we must remain vigilant against the wiles of Satan
(1 Pet 5:8).
How should we interact with this world,
and how much do we allow it to influence us?
因此，若社群媒體既是現實世界平行又是其延伸的存在，
那它也成為了一片光明與黑暗的戰場，
是一個我們必須時時警醒撒旦詭計的競技場，
（彼前 5：8）
我們該如何與這個世界互動呢？
我們又該允許它影響我們多少程度呢？
As Christians, how we curate our online spaces
and present ourselves therein are worthy considerations.
The Bible exhorts us to be content and not to covet,
yet our social media feeds serve up endless, shiny images to stimulate our desires and aspirations.
We are instructed to preach,
but instead, we become trapped in the endless churn of memes, misinformation, and mindless scrolling.
We are called to be godly and to shine the light,
yet the algorithm often promotes and popularizes the worst of human nature.
身為基督徒，我們如何培育自已的網路空間，
以及如何在其中展現自我，都值得深思。
聖經勸勉我們要知足，不要貪戀，
然而，我們社群媒體貼文卻充斥無盡且光鮮亮麗的圖片，來刺激著我們的慾望和期待。
我們受教要宣道，
但相反的，我們卻深陷無止盡的表情包，假訊息及無腦滑文。
我們蒙召要成為敬虔，要發出亮光，
然而，演算法常促進廣傳人性最醜惡的一面。
The Year 1 students, aged between seventeen and nineteen years old at the time,
were at a stage of their lives
where they were not only discovering their identities
but also developing their independent faith.
It was eye-opening, therefore, for them to reflect on the questions:
"How can I shine as a Christian
and do the works of light on social media after YTTC?
What changes do I need to make?"
Here, we present some insightful excerpts written by the students.
一年級的學生，當時年齡介於 17 到 19 歲之間，
正處於人生的一個階段，
那時他們不僅在發掘自我認同，
也在發展自已獨立的信仰。
因此，對他們而言，思考以下這些問題可開擴眼界：
“我身為基督徒，可如何於社群媒體發光，
完成青年神訓班之後，如何於社群媒體上行善？
我需要做出那些改變呢？”
以下我們列出一些學生寫下啟發的摘錄。
SPENDING OUR TIME WISELY 善用自已的時間
CL—Canada 加拿大
After reflecting on my social media presence and usage,
I plan to shine God's light and glorify His name more in my life and online.
在反省了自已社群媒體實體及用法後，
我計劃在自已生活和網路上，更多彰顯神的光輝，榮耀祂的名。
The more time I spend on my device,
the less time I have for other important tasks,
such as building my relationship with God.
我用電子設備的時間越多，
我用於其他重要任務的時間就越少，
例如與神建立關係。
Thank God, I have a regular spiritual cultivation habit of daily prayer and Bible reading
—I enjoy reading and reflecting on a chapter before going to bed.
However, in recent years, social media and entertainment have occupied much of my time,
leaving less space for God's word to dwell in my heart and mind.
After hours of media consumption,
I am left unsatisfied, and God's word feels less nourishing.
感謝神，我養成了每日禱告讀經的靈修習慣。
—我喜歡睡前讀一章聖經，並反省。
然而，近幾年來，社群媒體及娛樂已佔據我大量時間，
以致於留下很少的空間給神的話語來我心中停留。
長時間沉迷於媒體後，
我感到空虛，神的話語不再像以前那樣有造就。
All things are full of labor;
Man cannot express it.
The eye is not satisfied with seeing,
Nor the ear filled with hearing.
(Eccl 1:8)
8萬事令人厭煩（或譯：萬物滿有困乏），
人不能說盡。
眼看，看不飽；
耳聽，聽不足。
耳朵聽不盡。
（傳 1：8）
From this verse, we understand that we cannot find true satisfaction in the world.
We could achieve all things and enjoy all things,
but our eyes and ears would still not be satisfied.
However, we can find true satisfaction in Jesus,
because He is the bread of life.
從這節經文我們明白，在世上我們無法找到真滿足。
我們可以成就一切，享受萬物，
但我們的眼耳仍然無法滿足。
然而，我們可以在耶穌裡找到真正的滿足，
因為祂是生命之糧。
For He satisfies the longing soul,
And fills the hungry soul with goodness.
(Ps 107:9)
9因他使心裡渴慕的人得以知足，
使心裡飢餓的人得飽美物。
（詩 107：9）
And Jesus said to them,
"I am the bread of life.
He who comes to Me shall never hunger,
and he who believes in Me shall never thirst."
(Jn 6:35)
35耶穌說：
“我就是生命的糧。
到我這裡來的，必定不餓；
信我的，永遠不渴。”
（約 6：35）
After the YTTC, I am determined to reduce my screen time
to truly dedicate time for God every day
and to nourish myself with God's word.
By doing so, God's light may shine from me to let others know
that God's word truly satisfies.
完成青年神訓班之後，我決心減少自已使用螢幕的時間，
來每天真正獻出時間給神，
並以神的話語來滋養自己。
如此，神的亮光才能從我身上光照，可讓別人知道，
神的話話確真帶來滿足。
DARE TO BE DIFFERENT 勇於與眾不同
EK—UK 英國
To be honest, I do not reveal my Christian identity on social media
for fear of rejection and isolation from my friends outside of church.
However, we are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation,
and God's own special people
(1 Pet 2:9).
I should emphasize my difference as a Christian,
as many others do on social media
—to stand out and spread the gospel,
and use social media as a weapon against heresy.
If I minimize the energy I waste on social media for my own pleasure
and utilize it instead for the salvation of others,
then my precious time can be used effectively for God.
老實說，我不會在社群媒體公開自已基督徒的身份，
因為害怕自已教會外朋友的排斥和孤立。
9惟有你們是被揀選的族類，是有君尊的祭司，是聖潔的國度，
是屬神的子民，
（彼前 2：9）。
我應該強調自已作為基督徒的差異
像許多其他人在社交媒體那樣行，
—要站出來，傳揚福音，
並以社群媒體作為武器對抗異端。
如果我能減少浪費在社群媒體享樂的精力，
而是反而用之於拯救他人，
那麼我寶貴的時間就能為神有效使用。
The real change that needs to happen is with my attitude.
I need to reflect on the time I spend on social media and how it affects me
—how its influence may cause my beliefs to drift ever so slightly
until I begin to compromise in my faith.
I am unable to stand firm against the constant flood of media.
Ultimately, I am not able to do this by myself
—do I really have the strength?
It is so easy to pick up my phone and start scrolling.
I need God;
I need to pray for the strength to step away
and rely on the Holy Spirit to give me the wisdom
to understand that the things in this world are temporary.
On social media, we see trends emerge and fade,
gradually coming and going out of the spotlight.
But God's word is different: it is eternal and irreplaceable.
真正需要改變的是我的態度。
我需要反思自己花在社媒上的時間以及它如何影響我，
—它的影響如何讓我的信仰一點點飄離，
直到我開始妥協信仰。
我無法堅定抵擋媒體的持續灌輸。
最終，我無法獨自做到這麼作，
—我真的有這種力量嗎？
我們很容易就拿起手機開始滑動螢幕。
我需要神；
我需要禱告，祈求神加添力量可以遠離，
並依靠聖靈賜我智慧，
讓我明白世間萬物皆是暫時的。
在社群媒體上，我們看到潮流興起又消逝，
逐漸來到聚光燈下又消失。
但神的話語不同：它是永恆又無可取代。
"Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth,
where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal;
but lay for yourselves treasures in heaven,
where neither moth nor rust destroys
and where thieves do not break in and steal."
(Mt 6:19–20)
“19不要為自己積儹財寶在地上；
地上有蟲子咬，能壞，也有賊挖窟窿來偷。
20只要積儹財寶在天上；
天上沒有蟲子咬，不能壞，
也沒有賊挖窟窿來偷。”
（太 6：19-20）
The things of this earth do not last,
and we can never truly rely on the temporary.
We need to be certain in the truth and in the gospel.
世間萬物無法長久，
我們永遠不能真正信賴短暫的事物。
我們需對確定真理及福音。
GUARDING OUR HEARTS AND MENTAL HEALTH 警守自已內心與心理健康
Connie Teng—Taipei, Taiwan 台灣台北
Sometimes I feel that using social media lowers my self-esteem.
The more time I spend on it,
the more I lose myself.
Social media was meant to be a place
where everyone could freely share their lives with friends;
instead, people only show their best selves,
turning it into a toxic space for constant comparison.
When I start comparing myself to others
and using their success as a means to criticize myself,
I temporarily close my account to take a break.
However, if I never truly adjust my self-perception
and desire to live as others do on social media,
I will never escape the vicious circle.
有時我覺得使用社群媒體會降低我的自尊。
我花越多時間在社群媒體，
我就更加迷失自我。
社群媒體本該是一個場所，
在那裡大家可以自由地與朋友分享自已生活；
然而，人們卻只展現自己最好的一面，
把它轉變成一個不斷攀比的有害空間。
當我開始與別人比較，
並用他們的成功作為一種批評自己的方式，
我就暫時關閉帳號休息一下。
但是，如果我從沒有真正調整自我認知，
想要像社群媒體上的其他人那樣生活，
我將永遠無法擺脫這種惡性循環。
During an LM session,
we reflected on our feelings about others
posting various types of content,
such as travel, food, and personal testimony.
I was surprised to discover
that whenever I saw picturesque images of others traveling or enjoying good food,
my genuine reaction was envy,
or the feeling that they were showing off.
I realized that when I post the highlights of my life,
others might feel the same way.
A verse came to mind:
在一次 LM（文宣）會議時，
我們反省自己對別人的感受，
發佈各種類型內容，
例如，旅行，美食和個人見證。
我驚訝的發現，
每當我看到別人旅行或享用美食的精美照片時，
我真實的反應是羨慕，
或覺得他們正在炫耀。
我意識到，當我發布自己生活的精彩時刻時，
別人也可能有同樣的感覺。
這時有一節經文出現在我腦海：
All things are lawful, for me,
but not all things are helpful;
all things are lawful for me,
but not all things edify.
(1 Cor 10:23)
23凡事都可行，
但不都有益處。
凡事都可行，
但不都造就人。
（林前 10：23）
While there are no issues with sharing our daily lives with others,
have we ever considered if our posts are edifying
or if they could trigger negative emotions in others?
As Christians, we should live a life to glorify God.
However, social media can be addictive and filled with temptations.
雖然與他人分享日常生活並無任何問題，
但我們是否曾經想過，我們的貼文是否能造就別人，
或者他們是否會引發別人的負面情緒呢？
身為基督徒，我們應當過著榮耀神的生活。
然而，社群媒體會令人沉迷，並充滿誘惑。
For all that is in the world
—the lust of the flesh,
the lust of the eyes,
and the pride of life
—is not of the Father but is of the world.
(1 Jn 2:16)
16因為凡世界上的事，
—就像肉體的情慾，
眼目的情慾，
並今生的驕傲，
—都不是從父來的，乃是從世界來的。
（約壹 2：16）
Keep your heart with all diligence,
For out of it spring the issues of life.
(Prov 4:23)
23你要保守你心，勝過保守一切（或譯：你要切切保守你心），
因為一生的果效是由心發出。
（箴 4：23）
All things are lawful for me,
but I will not be brought under the power of any.
(1 Cor 6:12b)
12b凡事我都可行，
但無論那一件，我總不受他的轄制。
（林前 6：12b）
Although social media is not inherently negative for Christians,
we must continually adjust our mindset to ensure we are using it effectively
to preach and encourage others.
And most importantly, remember to
"walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him,
being fruitful for every good work
and increasing in the knowledge of God"
(Col 1:10).
Whatever we do, we should aim to please God instead of people.
雖然社群媒體本身對基督徒並非有害，
但我們必須不斷調整自已的心態，來確保自已會好好利用它，
來傳福音及鼓勵別人。
最重要的是，要記住
“10行事為人對得起主，凡事蒙他喜悅，
在一切善事上結果子，
漸漸的多知道神”
（西 1：10）。
無論我們做什麼，都應該以取悅神為目標，而不是取悅人。
PREACHING ONLINE 網路宣道
Isabella Shek—Sunderland, UK 英國桑德蘭
As a Christian, I can do the works of light on social media
—especially on Instagram, which I use daily
—by reposting stories or posts from True Jesus Church (TJC) accounts to spread the gospel.
Doing this helps spread awareness to my followers,
who may not know that I am a Christian
or who do not know God.
Personally, this is a challenging step
as I feel hesitant to post about my faith.
I care a lot about how I am perceived.
But I am willing to make this change
if it will bring more people to God.
I should preach whenever possible and do the will of God,
without concerning myself with others' opinions.
身為基督徒，我可以在社群媒體上行善，
—尤其是 Instagram ，我每天都會使用，
—藉由轉發真耶穌教會（TJC）的發文或限時動態來傳播福音。
這樣做會有助於讓自已的粉絲了解，
他們可能還不知道我是基督徒，
或者他們還不認識神。
對我個人而言，這是很有挑戰性的一步，
因為我不太願意公開自已的信仰。
我會注重別人會如何看待我。
但我願意做出這種改變，
如果這能帶領更多人歸向神。
我應該盡可能去傳福音，遵行神的旨意，
而不用在意別人對我的看法。
After attending the YTTC,
I feel more equipped with knowledge to preach both online and in person,
especially as we have been learning the basic doctrines
—the foundation of our belief that cannot be altered.
We must stand out, shining God's light to show that we are God's children:
參加完青年神訓班 YTTC 之後，
我感覺自己裝備更多知識可在網站及面對面宣道，
尤其是在我們學習了基本教義之後，
—那是我們信仰的根基，不可更改。
我們必須脫穎而出，發出神的亮光，來表示自已是神的兒女：
[T]hat you may become blameless and harmless,
children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation,
among whom you shine as lights in the world.
(Phil 2:15)
15使你們無可指摘，誠實無偽，
在這彎曲悖謬的世代作神無瑕疵的兒女。
你們顯在這世代中，好像明光照耀，
（腓 2：15）
Update: Thank God, a year has now passed since YTTC 2024.
Throughout the past year,
I have learned to come out of my shell and shine as a Christian on social media.
Since I started sharing my faith on Instagram and posting content from TJC accounts,
my friends outside of church have viewed, acknowledged,
and liked my faith-related posts.
I have also shared e-invitations for spiritual convocations happening at my local church.
This subtle form of preaching
sheds light on the church and the truth
for those who may not know God or have different beliefs.
Thank God that I was able to carry out this resolution!
更新：感謝上帝，自 2024 年青年神訓班（YTTC 2024）已經過去一年了。
在過去的一年裡，
我已學會了走出自己的舒適圈，在社群媒體以基督徒的身份發光。
自從我開始在 Instagram 分享自已的信仰，並轉貼 TJC 真耶穌教會帳號的內容以來，
我教會外的朋友已看到，留意，
並按讚我信仰相關的貼文。
我也分享自已當地教會舉行靈恩會的電子邀請函。
這種巧妙細微的傳福音，
闡明了教會和真理，
給那些可能不認識神，或持有不同信仰的人。
感謝神，我能夠實現這個目標！
CHRISTIAN IDENTITY 基督認同
Harvey Shek—Newcastle, UK 英國紐卡索
"Let your light so shine before men,
that they may see your good works
and glorify your Father in heaven."
(Mt 5:16)
“16你們的光也當這樣照在人前，
叫他們看見你們的好行為，
便將榮耀歸給你們在天上的父。”
（太 5：16）
To shine the light is to show my true Christian identity,
whether on social media or in real life.
In 1 Jn 5:19, it mentions
that the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one,
but we belong to God.
Since God is light,
we should be a shining light in this dark world.
要發出光輝，就是展現自已真實的基督徒身份，
無論是在社群媒體，還是在現實生活中。
約翰一書 5 章 19 節提到，
19全世界都臥在那惡者手下。
但我們屬於神。
既然神就是光，
我們就該在這黑暗的世界中成為一盞閃耀的明燈。
The world of social media is often shrouded in darkness.
To ensure that we shine the light for God,
we must refrain from watching ungodly materials
that could lead us to normalize sinful thoughts and ideas in our daily lives.
Social media is very accessible
and, if not controlled, can be addictive.
There are many dark things on the web,
but each individual makes their own choices about what to engage with.
社群媒體的世界常常籠罩在黑暗中。
為了確保我們為神發光，
我們必須遠離看那些不敬虔的內容，
以免導致我們把日常生活的罪惡思想和觀念習以為常。
社群媒體隨時觸手可及，
而且若不加以控制，便會令人沉迷。
網路充斥許多黑暗的事情，
但每個人都會自行選擇要參與什麼事情。
We may also be promoting ungodly things
if we like or comment on a video with violence or foul language.
When we comment on a video or post,
we should do so in a manner that edifies people and does not stir up conflict.
我們也可能正在推廣不敬虔的壞事，
如果我們點讚或留言包含暴力或髒話的影片。
當我們留言影片或貼文時，
我們應該有造就人，避免挑起衝突的態度來進行。
We need to make sure that the things we post are godly
—this could mean sharing our faith, posting testimonies,
or inviting people to church events.
One change I can make is to post Bible verses,
as I find reading the Bible to be edifying and joyful.
This is a great way to introduce people to the church,
offering them the opportunity to visit one day.
我們需要確保自已發佈的內容敬虔合宜，
—這可能代表分享我們的信仰、發佈見證，
或邀請大家參加教會活動。
我可以做出的一個改變就是發佈聖經經文，
因為我發現讀聖既有造就又令人喜樂。
這是向大家介紹教會一個很棒的方法，
讓他們在某一天有機會來參訪教會。
BE A LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS 黑暗中發光
Prisca Yue—Newcastle, UK 英國紐卡索
"Let your light so shine before men,
that they may see your good works
and glorify your Father in heaven."
(Mt 5:16)
“16你們的光也當這樣照在人前，
叫他們看見你們的好行為，
便將榮耀歸給你們在天上的父。”
（太 5：16）
As Christians,
we are constantly reminded
that we have the duty to shine the light for God,
and we often associate this teaching with
how we act and behave in the real world.
However, with the increasing popularity of social media,
it is vital to ensure that our online presence aligns with our Christian identity.
作為基督徒，
我們不斷被提醒，
我們有責任為神發光，
而我們常常將這項教導連結起來，
自已要在現實世界如何行為舉止。
然而，隨著社群媒體的日益普及，
確保自已網路形象與我們基督徒身份相符是至關重要。
We often think
we have done our part as Christians
by simply refraining from posting anything ungodly on social media.
While it is essential to be mindful of the content we share,
including our language, presentation, and activities,
we often overlook another crucial aspect of our online presence.
Social media is accessible to all,
meaning that those who follow us can see the media we interact with online.
A post that we think we are liking or commenting on in secret can be seen by all our followers.
"God will bring every work into judgement,
including every secret thing,
whether good or evil"
(Eccl 12:14).
Therefore, we must be mindful of the posts we engage with,
lest our actions become a stumbling block to our brothers and sisters
(Rom 14:13).
A question that we can use for reflection is:
am I tainting the light of God with the darkness of my actions?
我們常常認為，
自已已盡到身為基督徒的本分，
僅只要控制不在社群媒體發佈任何不敬虔的內容。
雖然謹慎自已分享的內容很重要，
包括我們的言語，表達方式和活動，
但我們常常忽略了另一個自已網路形象的重要面。
社群媒體對眾人開放，
這代表那些有關注我們的人，可以看到我們網路互動的內容。
一則我們以為自已正秘密點讚或留言的帖文，是可為所有追蹤者所見。
“14因為人所做的事，
連一切隱藏的事，無論是善是惡，
神都必審問。”
（傳 12：14）
因此，我們必須留意自已互動的貼文，
以免自已的行動成為弟兄姐妹的絆腳石。
（羅 14：13）
一個我們可以反思的問題是：
我是否以自已行為的黑暗玷汙了神的光明？
Another change I can make is to be more active in terms of posting on social media.
Through the LM session,
I learned about the power of social media
and how I can utilize it to share my faith with my non-believing friends.
I can start by sharing the Sabbath encouragements from my local church
and inviting my friends and family
to the online and in-person evangelistic services hosted by True Jesus Church.
Furthermore, I can reach out to the lost sheep
and do the works of God by being their guiding light back to the true church.
我可以做的另一種改變，就是可更積極的在社群媒體上發文。
通過 LM 文宣課程，
我了解到社群媒體的力量，
以及自已可以如何利用它，來與自已非信徒的朋友分享信仰。
我可以開始分享來自我當地教會安息日的激勵勸勉，
並邀請自已的朋友和家人，
來參加真耶穌教會舉辦的網路及實體佈道會。
此外，我還可以向外觸及到迷失的羊，
並且進行神的聖工來成為他們回歸真教會的指路燈。
We can easily avoid the troubles of being on social media
by simply withdrawing from the online world completely,
but is that the correct attitude?
Matthew 5:14 tells us
that we are the light of the world,
and a city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.
Since we have been given the ability
to engage with the world through social media,
why not take up this wonderful opportunity
to shine the light for God in a different setting?
我們能很容易就能避免社群媒體的很多麻煩，
只需完全退出網路世界，
但那真的是正確的態度嗎？
馬太福音 5 章 14 節告訴我們，
14你們是世上的光。
城造在山上是不能隱藏的。
既然我們已被賜予天賦，
可透過社群媒體來與世界互動，
為什麼不把握這絕佳的機會，
在不同的環境中為神發光呢？
ACTIVELY SHINE 主動發光
Seth Ng—Newcastle, UK 英國紐卡索
"Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand,
and it gives light to all who are in the house."
(Mt 5:15)
“15人點燈，不放在斗底下，是放在燈臺上，
就照亮一家的人。”
（太 5：16）
We live in a dark world, surrounded by sin at any given moment.
This is even more true on social media.
Regardless of the platform or its intended purpose,
the algorithm will eventually surface some content that is sinful or harmful
on our feeds.
Similarly, our group chats with friends can sometimes take dark paths,
leading to the sharing and discussion of inappropriate content.
As the above verse says, light is not supposed to be set under a basket
—it should be set high up on a lampstand to give light to all in the house.
我們住在一個黑暗的世界，每時每刻都為罪惡包圍。
在社群媒體這種情況尤其更多。
無論平台及其初衷如何，
演算法最終會推送一些有罪或有害的內容，
在我們的動態版面中。
同樣，我們與朋友的群組聊天有時也會走向歧途，
導致分享和討論了不合宜的內容。
正如上面的經文所示，燈不應該置在斗底下，
—而應該高置於燈臺上，來照亮全家人。
The light is to cut through the darkness,
to shine a path through the seemingly never-ending sin of the world.
We need to act as beacons of light
to guide those who are in the dark.
Jesus states:
光明可穿透黑暗，
來照亮通過世間看似永無止境罪惡之路。
我們需要扮演燈塔，
來指引那些身處黑暗的人。
耶穌說：
"Let your light so shine before men,
that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven."
(Mt 5:16)
“16你們的光也當這樣照在人前，
叫他們看見你們的好行為，
便將榮耀歸給你們在天上的父。”
（太 5：16）
This is no less true in our online social media presence
than in our physical work of preaching.
在我們網路社群媒體動態與自已實體佈道工作中，這一點沒有例外。
We may argue:
"As long as I don't post negative things,
I can still shine the light."
However, shining the light is an active task
that requires our time and effort;
people cannot see our works of light or glorify God
if we have no works to show for it.
我們可以吵：
“只要我不發布負面內容，
我仍可發出亮光。”
然而，發光是一項積極的事工，
需要我們投入時間和精力；
大家就不能看見我們光明的作為，或無法榮耀神，
如果我們沒有實際行動來表明出來。
So, what can I do? 所以我們可作何事？
I mainly use my social media account for secular activities,
such as events I take part in or football scores.
While there may be nothing wrong with this,
my social media presence neither indicates that I am a Christian
nor does it shine the light of God's word;
I need to improve.
我主要用社群媒體帳號發佈一些世俗活動，
例如我參加的活動或足球得分。
雖然這本身可能沒什麼錯，
但我社群媒體活動既沒有顯示我是一位基督徒，
也沒有發出神話之光；
我需要改進。
Update:
Thank God, since I wrote this reflection last year,
I have started to shine the light from my social media,
but not as much as I would like.
I have included a link to the TJC website in my bio,
but I have been sharing evangelistic event invitations sparingly.
This is something I can continue to improve going forward.
However, examining my social media use prompted another realization:
just as my conduct reflects my inner thoughts,
what I post will mirror my social media feed.
This encouraged me to go through my social media
and effectively "clean" it out,
so I can also keep my heart clean as I use my phone.
更新：
感謝神，自從我去年寫下這篇反思以來，
我就開始在自已社群媒體發光，
但還不像我想要的那麼好。
我在個人自介中添加了 TJC 真耶穌教會網址，
但我本就很少分享佈道會邀請函。
這是我未來可以繼續改進的事項。
然而，檢視自已社群媒體使用情況促使我有另一種認知：
正如我的行為會反應了我內心的想法，
我所發布的內容也會反應我社群媒體的動態。
這會促使我經過整理自已的社群媒體，
並有效的“清理”它，
這樣，我也可在使用手機時保守內心潔淨。
小頁 markvmax@hotmail.com
歡迎主內同靈來信加入翻譯
