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What does the Bible say about video games?
The Bible does not mention games, but it does speak about time, self-control and what we let master us.
What Scripture says
1 Corinthians 10:31
“Whether therefore you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”
Ephesians 5:15-16
“Therefore watch carefully how you walk, not as unwise, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.”
1 Corinthians 6:12
““All things are lawful for me,” but not all things are expedient. “All things are lawful for me,” but I will not be brought under the power of anything.”
Philippians 4:8
“Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report: if there is any virtue and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
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