Episode Summary

In this follow-up conversation, Pastor Addison Roberts continues with Pastor Kevin Lance, Youth Pastor at Grace Community Church, to explore how families can navigate the world of social media and online platforms. From Facebook and Instagram to TikTok, Discord, Reddit, and even video games, Pastor Kevin shares both the risks and opportunities these platforms present. This second part equips parents to set boundaries, ask good questions, and engage their kids with wisdom and faith in today’s digital landscape.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• What parents need to know about popular platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat.
• Why cultivating algorithms matters and how content can spiral quickly.
• How apps like Discord and Reddit open both positive and dangerous conversations.
• Why video games should be treated like movies—with attention to storylines, worldviews, and content.
• How to use tools like Common Sense Media and CPYU to evaluate apps, games, and media.
• Ways to keep open communication with kids while protecting them from harmful influences.
• How biblical stewardship and family convictions shape wise technology use.

Key Quotes

• “Most social media apps don’t have your kid’s best interests in mind.” — Pastor Kevin Lance
• “Treat video games the same way you would movies—know the content and set boundaries.” — Pastor Kevin Lance
• “If your kid is on a platform, you should be on it too, so you understand it.” — Pastor Kevin Lance
• “Open communication with your kids is the best safeguard against digital dangers.” — Pastor Kevin Lance

Ways to Get Involved / Resources Mentioned

• OurPact — Parental control and monitoring app.
• Life360 — Family location and safety app.
• Common Sense Media — Reviews and age-based ratings for movies, games, and apps: commonsensemedia.org
• CPYU (Center for Parent/Youth Understanding) — Cultural insights and resources for parents: cpyu.org
• Grace Community Church of Willow Street — Plan a visit or learn more: gccws.net

About the Know and Follow Podcast

The Know and Follow podcast is a production of Grace Community Church of Willow Street, located at 212 Peach Bottom Road in Willow Street, Pennsylvania. Join us for weekend services on Saturdays at 6pm, Sundays at 8am, 9:15am, and 11am. Learn more at gccws.net.