Media Deceptions
Summary: Read about the media deceptions today in music, movies, and games.
 
 
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Crossing Musical Boundaries
Music is a powerful emotional motivator that crosses cultural and language barriers. Its message can be understood by every culture and people across the planet.
The Philosophers Talk Music Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Christianity The Pursuit of Pleasure Music and Worship The Beat Whose Music? The Rave Can You Feel the Music? The Bible and Rock Music: Are they Compatible? The Last Great Contest – Worship The Ear Classical Music Therapy Music and the Frontal Lobe From the Horse's Mouth: The Rock Industry Condemns Itself
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Hollywood and the Movies
What is the system of worship found most often in our society? Does it glorify God?
Hollywood's History Gnostic Themes in the Movies Hollywood and Gnosticism
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Brain Closed—Please Come Again
Research has shown that our sensitivity to stimuli reduces itself yearly by about 1%. Is your brain hibernating?
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The Dangers of Television
Beware of the television's abilities to hypnotize, alter moods, and even cause depression.
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Violence and Video Games
Like music and movies, video games are addictive and can cause behavioral problems.
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The Origins of Halloween
What is the origin behind this popular festival celebrated every October 31?