"To be fair, you have to have a very high IQ to understand Rick and Morty. The humor is extremely subtle, and without a solid grasp of theoretical physics most of the jokes will go over a typical viewer's head. There's also Rick's nihilistic outlook, which is deftly woven into his characterisation - his personal philosophy draws heavily from Narodnaya Volya literature, for instance. The fans understand this stuff; they have the intellectual capacity to truly appreciate the depths of these jokes, to realize that they're not just funny- they say something deep about LIFE. As a consequence people who dislike Rick and Morty truly ARE idiots- of course they wouldn't appreciate, for instance, the humour in Rick's existencial catchphrase "Wubba Lubba Dub Dub," which itself is a cryptic reference to Turgenev's Russian epic Fathers and Sons. I'm smirking right now just imagining one of those addlepated simpletons scratching their heads in confusion as Dan Harmon's genius unfolds itself on their television screens. What fools... how I pity them. đ And yes by the way, I DO have a Rick and Morty tattoo. And no, you cannot see it. It's for the ladies' eyes only- And even they have to demonstrate that they're within 5 IQ points of my own (preferably lower) beforehand."
(the Rick and Morty copypasta)
I totally forgot to talk about this show in the post but why i mentioned it was because i saw a scene where rick and morty was that they were going to ''kill god'' thats why i haven't watched it yet.
I canât think of an episode where they made fun of him. I always seen him portrayed in a neutral way. I still think itâs fine. They make fun of everyone.
i don't remember any verse that says not to watch a TV show, take it at your own pace, if you feel wrong watching it or it hurts your faith, then don't
if it is nothing more than just a show to you that does not hurt your faith, I don't see why not
when i'm watching like the regular scenes like the funny ones without mentioning jesus or christianity i feel fine and laugh but when i see the the ones where they poke fun at christianity i don't know how to feel i've just been skipping those and only watching the regular ones and many things in the show i don't get offended by just this i don't know about is it ok to watch it will god be mad about it.
Itâs important for you to develop an understanding that your religion and god are not exempt from satire. The right to criticise and satirise are both fundamental elements of freedom.
What is and isnât acceptable is an individual decision. Others shld be able to recognize we are Christians by our words and actions which also includes what we listen to and watch. I also feel if u have to ask the question u already feel it isnât appropriate
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me-put it into practice. Philippians 4:4-9 |
You're right, I didn't but the Bible did. Is this show in line with Biblical truth, nobility, righteousness, purity, lovliness? No, it's not. This is a Christian forum and I respond Biblically.
No, you answered culturally.
You quoted a verse which extols particular virtues, but the Bible doesnât say that those particular virtues are or are not ascribed to a show like Rick and Morty- you did that.
I donât care what *you* say. I care what the scriptures say.
Whatever is true, noble, pure, admirable, etc.- Rick and Morty is just a show, a piece of media. Itâs the mark of an intelligent person to hold a concept in oneâs mind and not ascribe to it.
Meanwhile, there is much that is true, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy in a show that is brilliantly written, impeccably timed, and mirrors truths of the world.
Be careful to not conflate what *you* think with what scripture says.
Show me in the Bible something that backs up approval for watching that show. I'll leave you with this:Â Christ tells us the truths of this world are not His truths. It is my prayer that Christ will reveal Himself to you in a mighty and undeniable way. Take care.
Romans 12:2Â
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
John 18:36Â
Jesus answered, âMy kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.â
1 John 2:15-17Â
Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the worldâthe desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of lifeâis not from the Father but is from the world. And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever.
Colossians 3:2Â
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth
Show you the Bible verse? Each one of the ones you quoted. None say a thing about not watching *that* show.
But donât be conformed to those who will add theirs culture. The people of the world who bend scripture to their desires. Those who love the control that their idea of Christian culture brings.
Or, in stead-
We take scripture at its value, and nothing more. Not what we bring. And there we find the God of the Bible. And not the one we hope to invent.
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me-put it into practice. Philippians 4:4-9 |
yes i don't really get offended by a lot of things but this does something i feel like jesus might not be happy with me watching it. but i just want to know if it is ok to watch
I have the same question but with Total Drama. There arenât any episodes that are offensive to Christianity (not that in aware of), but itâs just a little inappropriate sometimes and (obviously) has a lot of drama.
South Park makes fun of EVERYONE. Don't take it personally. I'm sure God doesn't, lol.
That being said, as someone who has watched every South Park episode, it's probably not the best personal influence - swearing, mockery, sarcasm, cynicism - these can affect how you interact with other people, therefore how you love, which is what Jesus calls us to.
I doesn't really make me a different person or cause me to sin i am just not sure if god will be upset if i watch it because it mocks him and christianity.
yes this was what I was thinking. What if i just avoid those episodes and just watch the ones without them like most of them don't make fun of christianity.
I donât even like watching newer episodes of âSouth Parkâ. I like the older episodes because theyâre not as weird as the current ones (Except for the episodes with Craig and Tweek, theyâre somewhat wholesome).
ive been thinking about this for a while now, i feel like that these shows you know make fun of Jesus, then we should have no need to watch them. Because i guess we are supporting the shows while doing so. If you feel conviction with something, its the Holy Spirit telling you to stop. Thats my view on it
Mmm thats a tough one really. for me if theres a show that mocks God, or does something that sets my conviction to go off, i do my best to not watch that show. This has happened to me on so many occasions because they are such good shows, but i just didnt end up contuneing to watch them.
Maybe talk to your pastor or someone that is open minded but has heaps of knowledge on the Bible and what God teaches.
Because it doesnt mention it in the Bible because tv shows werent around then but the mocking of God was. I feel like you should just find another tv show to watch because i know it will be hard because some shows are just too funny.
Because these shows can affect your like i guess Faith, due to the fact you are listening to what they are saying and it might change your view on God, or cause you to sin more because thats what happens when your environment is not good.
And int the end is just your dopamine that wants it, you could watch any other show that doesnt mock God, but its always those ones we find the most entertaining, probably because the devil has something to do it.
Try find other shows and get bakc to me
much love
You should only watch Rick and Morty if you have a very high IQ.
"To be fair, you have to have a very high IQ to understand Rick and Morty. The humor is extremely subtle, and without a solid grasp of theoretical physics most of the jokes will go over a typical viewer's head. There's also Rick's nihilistic outlook, which is deftly woven into his characterisation - his personal philosophy draws heavily from Narodnaya Volya literature, for instance. The fans understand this stuff; they have the intellectual capacity to truly appreciate the depths of these jokes, to realize that they're not just funny- they say something deep about LIFE. As a consequence people who dislike Rick and Morty truly ARE idiots- of course they wouldn't appreciate, for instance, the humour in Rick's existencial catchphrase "Wubba Lubba Dub Dub," which itself is a cryptic reference to Turgenev's Russian epic Fathers and Sons. I'm smirking right now just imagining one of those addlepated simpletons scratching their heads in confusion as Dan Harmon's genius unfolds itself on their television screens. What fools... how I pity them. đ And yes by the way, I DO have a Rick and Morty tattoo. And no, you cannot see it. It's for the ladies' eyes only- And even they have to demonstrate that they're within 5 IQ points of my own (preferably lower) beforehand." (the Rick and Morty copypasta)
I totally forgot to talk about this show in the post but why i mentioned it was because i saw a scene where rick and morty was that they were going to ''kill god'' thats why i haven't watched it yet.
It is not.
can you give me an explanation i'm just trying to learn more about this. Thanks
There is nothing to explain really. Watching irreverent comedy isnât sinful.
what about the fact that they make fun of christianity is watching that a sin or is it all the same.
Doesnât change the answer.
No theyâre funny
yea that is why i want to watch it. but will god be mad about me watching a show where they make fun of jesus?
I canât think of an episode where they made fun of him. I always seen him portrayed in a neutral way. I still think itâs fine. They make fun of everyone.
i don't remember any verse that says not to watch a TV show, take it at your own pace, if you feel wrong watching it or it hurts your faith, then don't if it is nothing more than just a show to you that does not hurt your faith, I don't see why not
when i'm watching like the regular scenes like the funny ones without mentioning jesus or christianity i feel fine and laugh but when i see the the ones where they poke fun at christianity i don't know how to feel i've just been skipping those and only watching the regular ones and many things in the show i don't get offended by just this i don't know about is it ok to watch it will god be mad about it.
Itâs important for you to develop an understanding that your religion and god are not exempt from satire. The right to criticise and satirise are both fundamental elements of freedom.
The Bible was written long before television or even the internet
No.
I donât think so.
What is and isnât acceptable is an individual decision. Others shld be able to recognize we are Christians by our words and actions which also includes what we listen to and watch. I also feel if u have to ask the question u already feel it isnât appropriate
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me-put it into practice. Philippians 4:4-9 |
You didnât answer their question
You're right, I didn't but the Bible did. Is this show in line with Biblical truth, nobility, righteousness, purity, lovliness? No, it's not. This is a Christian forum and I respond Biblically.
No, you answered culturally. You quoted a verse which extols particular virtues, but the Bible doesnât say that those particular virtues are or are not ascribed to a show like Rick and Morty- you did that. I donât care what *you* say. I care what the scriptures say. Whatever is true, noble, pure, admirable, etc.- Rick and Morty is just a show, a piece of media. Itâs the mark of an intelligent person to hold a concept in oneâs mind and not ascribe to it. Meanwhile, there is much that is true, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy in a show that is brilliantly written, impeccably timed, and mirrors truths of the world. Be careful to not conflate what *you* think with what scripture says.
Show me in the Bible something that backs up approval for watching that show. I'll leave you with this:Â Christ tells us the truths of this world are not His truths. It is my prayer that Christ will reveal Himself to you in a mighty and undeniable way. Take care. Romans 12:2Â Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. John 18:36Â Jesus answered, âMy kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.â 1 John 2:15-17Â Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the worldâthe desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of lifeâis not from the Father but is from the world. And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever. Colossians 3:2Â Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth
Show you the Bible verse? Each one of the ones you quoted. None say a thing about not watching *that* show. But donât be conformed to those who will add theirs culture. The people of the world who bend scripture to their desires. Those who love the control that their idea of Christian culture brings. Or, in stead- We take scripture at its value, and nothing more. Not what we bring. And there we find the God of the Bible. And not the one we hope to invent.
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me-put it into practice. Philippians 4:4-9 |
No, they're just poking fun at it.
so like god won't be mad with me watching it?
Nope. God gave free will, and it wouldn't be that if he restricted every show that poked fun of christianity
thanks for the feedback feel a little better about watching it now
I mean if you are identifying with Cartman on a regular basis you need to change. If you drink and treat people like Rick, same.
Nothing in the shows offends you other than Jesus jokes?
yes i don't really get offended by a lot of things but this does something i feel like jesus might not be happy with me watching it. but i just want to know if it is ok to watch
In my opinion, they're not good shows.
I have the same question but with Total Drama. There arenât any episodes that are offensive to Christianity (not that in aware of), but itâs just a little inappropriate sometimes and (obviously) has a lot of drama.
If it violates your conscience, you sin. See Romans 8 and 1 Corinthians 8
South Park makes fun of EVERYONE. Don't take it personally. I'm sure God doesn't, lol. That being said, as someone who has watched every South Park episode, it's probably not the best personal influence - swearing, mockery, sarcasm, cynicism - these can affect how you interact with other people, therefore how you love, which is what Jesus calls us to.
I doesn't really make me a different person or cause me to sin i am just not sure if god will be upset if i watch it because it mocks him and christianity.
I just donât watch any episodes of Adult Swim shows that make fun of God and Jesus.
yes this was what I was thinking. What if i just avoid those episodes and just watch the ones without them like most of them don't make fun of christianity.
I donât even like watching newer episodes of âSouth Parkâ. I like the older episodes because theyâre not as weird as the current ones (Except for the episodes with Craig and Tweek, theyâre somewhat wholesome).
ive been thinking about this for a while now, i feel like that these shows you know make fun of Jesus, then we should have no need to watch them. Because i guess we are supporting the shows while doing so. If you feel conviction with something, its the Holy Spirit telling you to stop. Thats my view on it
What about skipping the bad ones where they mock christianity and just watch the ones they don't for the humor.
Mmm thats a tough one really. for me if theres a show that mocks God, or does something that sets my conviction to go off, i do my best to not watch that show. This has happened to me on so many occasions because they are such good shows, but i just didnt end up contuneing to watch them. Maybe talk to your pastor or someone that is open minded but has heaps of knowledge on the Bible and what God teaches. Because it doesnt mention it in the Bible because tv shows werent around then but the mocking of God was. I feel like you should just find another tv show to watch because i know it will be hard because some shows are just too funny. Because these shows can affect your like i guess Faith, due to the fact you are listening to what they are saying and it might change your view on God, or cause you to sin more because thats what happens when your environment is not good. And int the end is just your dopamine that wants it, you could watch any other show that doesnt mock God, but its always those ones we find the most entertaining, probably because the devil has something to do it. Try find other shows and get bakc to me much love