Is Disney demonic? Can Christians watch Disney or listen to Taylor Swift? This week, Jinger & Jeremy dive deep into one of the internet’s most heated debates in the Christian community.
Jinger opens up about her childhood—growing up with strict limits around movies and TV—and the surreal experience of visiting Disneyland even though she didn’t know the characters. The two discuss how they now navigate entertainment with their own kids, including screen time, Disney movies, alternatives like Bluey, and which shows cross the line.
They also address the Taylor Swift controversy, including the moment Jinger was rejected from a speaking event simply for attending a Taylor Swift movie night with friends.
Jeremy walks through the biblical principles of discernment, wisdom, influence, and how Christians can appreciate creativity, art, music, and storytelling without compromising their faith.
This episode covers:– Disney, magic, and Christian values– Alternatives for families raising young kids– Discernment vs. legalism– How celebrities shape culture– Why Christians should avoid extremes– What the Bible says about being “in the world, but not of it”– Idolatry, influence, and renewing the mindIf you’re wrestling with how to navigate movies, shows, social media, or music as a Christian, this conversation will give you clarity, encouragement, and practical wisdom.
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00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:13 - Episode Start: Disney and Christianity
00:01:14 - Personal Disney Experience
00:11:59 - Disney Alternatives and Screen Time
00:12:39 - Disney and Christian Values
00:15:11 - Disney Content Evaluation
00:21:39 - Sponsorship: Function Health
00:22:51 - Sponsorship: Poncho Outdoors
00:24:05 - Disney Content: Bluey
00:26:08 - Taylor Swift Controversy
00:30:21 - Debating Christian Response to Popular Culture
00:31:03 - Understanding the World through a Christian Lens
00:31:34 - Appreciating Art and Music as God's Creations
00:36:43 - Navigating the Influence of Celebrity Culture
00:37:19 - Applying Christian Discernment in Consuming Media
00:39:16 - Reflecting on Taylor Swift's Influence
00:41:13 - Understanding the Role of Music in Shaping Worldviews
00:42:40 - The Importance of Grounding in the Word of God
00:44:44 - Avoiding Extremes in Engaging with the World
00:45:29 - Appreciating Art and Music in their Proper Place
00:46:06 - Idols and Their Proper Place
00:47:01 - Exercising Discernment in Consuming Media
00:47:25 - Recognizing and Rejecting Negative Influence in Media
00:51:00 - Living Righteously in a Tainted World
00:51:04 - Exercising Wisdom and Discernment in Media Consumption
00:51:56 - Influence and Discernment in the World
00:52:43 - Engaging with the World as Christians
00:53:33 - Being Salt and Light in the World
00:54:18 - Conclusion: Exercising Wisdom in the World
00:55:11 - Outro
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