Introduction
If you’re serious about your pursuit of God you should think twice about heading out to the movie “50 Shades of Grey”. As Christans, we need to think critically about the movies we see and the television shows we watch.
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Let's talk about five reasons: you should boycott the movie, the Fifty Shades of Grey.
Now I don't want to come across like a crazy, alarmist here or a crazy Jesus Freak, but I do feel like this particular movie.
I think should be something that we all stop and ask ourselves.
The question is this a movie that I should go and see reason number one: it's soft porn for women.
I think we need to be honest about this.
This movie is beyond anything that we've seen before and in fact I think it should be fairly informative to us that even Hollywood is all abuzz about this movie and when the book came out a few years ago that it was in a different class that the Movie was going to be very explicit.
I understand that one of the sex scenes is almost 20 minutes long.
This is in a whole new category of the romantic comedy type movie.
Looking at the statistics, we are finding that more and more women are reporting a sex addiction.
In fact, the number is at almost 40 percent now and that's just for women than admit that they have a problem and here's what the statistics are finding out that sex addiction and women is coming from adolescence in just the recent past.
When we have lots of book series that are made into movies and just the intensity of these love stories, that we draw our teenagers into and the sex scenes - and you know, pg-13 - isn't what it used to be anymore and our teenagers are seeing sex in a Very explicit, intense way that past generations didn't see it and what it's doing is as birthing.
This interest in sex at a young age before our teenagers really even understand what it's all about, and it's creating a desire, then to know more about it and what's happening is more and more young women are going to then view pornography online and lo and behold Are becoming addicted to that because of the sense of that feeling that they get when they view such things.
So, ladies, I think it's really important.
This first reason that it really is soft porn.
I think you need to recognize that it is not just an innocent movie that you're going to see with a bunch of your girlfriends.
It really is a form of pornography.
Here'S.
The second reason this movie really is soft porn for your husbands.
So some of you might be sitting there thinking, while I'm not going with my girlfriends, I'm gon na go with my husband.
It's gon na be a good date night movie for us and maybe it'll have great impact on our own sex life.
But here's the truth because of how explicit this movie is.
It is essentially soft porn, then also for your husband, just like it is for you, as the woman and statistics, definitely bear out that pornography is one of the main issues that most marriages are struggling with.
Today and is destroying marriages every single day.
So if you are looking at this movie is something that you and your husband would go and enjoy together and somehow that would have a different impact on your husband than if he's just viewing naked images online you're mistaken.
It is soft porn for your husband also, and if you are uncomfortable with things your husband maybe is viewed online if you're uncomfortable with the idea that your husband would ever picture or have images in his mind of another woman, then this is not a movie that You should be taking your husband to either reason number three.
It distorts what sex should really be about.
I mean now I'll be honest.
I love a great romantic comedy and I enjoy to drag my husband to those kinds of movies sometimes, and the reason is because we enjoy the love story right, we enjoy seeing people come together and how they fall in love and it's romantic.
And then we look at our own relationship and say I want more romance in my life, but the problem is and a lot of these movies, and especially in this one, how it portrays sex is not at all in the way God designed it to be.
It's very much driven by lust and eroticism and doing things that are outside of the box or outside of the norm, and somehow what the message in the movie then is somehow like this is what sex should really be about.
It should be interesting and dangerous, and the problem with that is that's not how God designs sex to be, I mean, first of all, God's design for sex was supposed to be just between a husband and a wife.
Sex and marriage is supposed to be that intimate connection that true oneness, that happens in marriage, happens within the act of sex, where you're intimate and totally laid bare before your spouse, and it isn't meant to be this lustful thing that you're out of control with or You're seeking after some selfish feeling, that's not how God created sex to be, and I think you need to recognize that this movie is not promoting a healthy view of sex.
It's very much an unhealthy, unsafe, selfish, toxic way of viewing sex.
Here'S.
The fourth thing: it distorts your view of your husband, here's what I mean by that when we go to these movies that are romantic comedies we get caught up in the story right.
That's that's! Really, the appeal of going in the first place.
We love to see the romance and how the story develops and how they fall madly in love and can't stand to be apart from one another, but here's the problem when we start turning it then, and comparing it to our own marriage to our own relationship with Our husband and what can happen is we go to these movies that it's a distorted, unrealistic picture of love and then we start applying it and comparing it to our own marriage and it's not a fair comparison and it isn't healthy for you to go and watch A movie and then look at your husband and say you know what maybe you don't love me the right way, or maybe you don't love me enough or maybe you're, not that great of a lover, because our sex doesn't look like that.
That happens on the movie screen and when it does, is it creates doubt or question in our own mind of comparing our husbands, then to this unrealistic picture and definitely in the story of this movie.
It's definitely not a healthy, realistic picture of what love should look like or how a man should treat his wife.
So it's not productive to start.
Comparing these love stories to that of your husband.
We need to stay away from that.
Here'S.
The last reason God calls us who are followers of Jesus to a different standard.
You know we are cement to be set apart right, we're not supposed to look like the world, we're supposed to be different.
We are called to set aside all the stuff that this world tries to promote that we should care about.
We should not be lustful in this movie, no matter how we want to package it no matter.
If we want to say it's harmless, it's just a movie.
It was just a book, it was a fun read.
While I was laying on the beach on my vacation or it's just a movie.
I'M gon na go see with my friends.
It's not gon na really affect me.
The point is, it does affect you.
It will affect you and, if it isn't, gon na have directly maybe some lasting thing in your own life.
It might have a lasting effect in the life of your friend or your husband.
That's sitting there next to you, and what God's calling us to do is to put away all that stuff.
That has nothing to do with what God has intended for our life and our character to be about and we're supposed to put on our new life.
That's in Christ that has a heart that says I want to live to honor him with my life, so even on something as simple as choosing not to go see a movie.
If it doesn't represent what God's about then, as Christians, we should want to step back and say, then why am i giving my time to that? Why am i spending money on something like that? That's promoting things that are the antithesis of what God wants us to think about.
So I really, I challenge you guys, as I'm speaking here to Christian women that are followers of Jesus that you take time to think about these reasons before you go and spend that money and spend your time on this movie.
FAQs
Why not to watch Fifty Shades of Grey? ›
“Fifty Shades of Grey” is a threat to tradition!
This movie is in direct contrast to the Christian message of God's design for self-giving and self-sacrificing love, marriage and sexual intimacy. The movie is a direct assault on Christian marriage and on the moral and spiritual strength of God's people.
Parents Need to Know
The adults-only drama is filled with graphic sex scenes, most of which include close-up shots of naked breasts, buttocks, and even glimpses of genitalia (though they're all just shy of being completely "full frontal").
Respect Each Other's Boundaries. This one can't be any more blatant in Fifty Shades – Christian literally draws up a contract with terms, conditions and safe words in his affair with Ana. Not that we should treat relationships like formal agreements, but there should definitely be lines that cannot be crossed.
Why did Jamie Dornan leave Fifty Shades of Grey? ›Jamie Dornan has officially turned down the lead role in the Fifty Shades Of Grey sequels. NW Magazine says that Dornan is believed to have stopped his involvement in the next films because 'his wife doesn't want him to star in any more. '
Is Fifty Shades of Grey ok for 12 year olds? ›The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) rated it "R," meaning that children younger than 17 need to be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. The British Board of Film Classification gave it an "18."
What is the red room in 50 Shades of GREY? ›The Red Room, for those novitiates to the cult of Fifty Shades, is the room where the moody millionaire Christian Grey indulges his appetite for less mainstream boudoir behavior.
Should a 16 year old watch Fifty Shades of Grey? ›But allowing your children to watch or read “Fifty Shades of Grey,” can cause significant damage to your child and their future relationships. Pornography isn't good for anyone. But if you think it's no big deal for your teenager to consume extreme pornographic material, you're wrong.
What does the shade of grey represent? ›Grey Color Meaning
In color psychology, grey represents neutrality and balance. Its color meaning likely comes from being the shade between white and black. However, grey does carry some negative connotations, particularly when it comes to depression and loss. Its absence of color makes it dull.
the fact of it not being clear in a situation what is right and wrong: The film presents a straightforward choice between good and evil, with no shades of grey. Uncertainty. amorphous.
What is the conclusion of 50 Shades of GREY? ›In the film's final few scenes, Ana asks Christian to show her just how bad things can get in his playroom. After he obliges her by spanking her six times with a belt, she spends the night in tears, only to wake up and leave Christian.
Who did they originally want for Fifty Shades of Grey? ›
Dakota was cast as Anastasia Steele originally alongside actor Charlie Hunnam, who was supposed to play Christian Grey until dropping out of the film due to 'scheduling conflicts'.
What did Jamie Dornan wife say about 50 Shades? ›The R rating means moviegoers under the age of 17 hoping to see the film directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson must be accompanied by an adult. The filmmakers did avoid the far more restrictive NC-17 rating, which would allow only people ages 17 and up to see it.
How old are they in 50 Shades? ›Dakota Johnson as Anastasia "Ana" Steele, a 21-year-old English Literature student attending Washington State University. Jamie Dornan as Christian Grey, a 27-year-old billionaire, entrepreneur, and CEO of Grey Enterprises Holdings Inc.
What age is Dakota Johnson in Fifty Shades of Grey? › What is the last line in Fifty Shades Freed? ›"You're topping from the bottom, Mrs. Grey. But I can live with that." This is (basically) the last line of dialogue in the movie—and the whole series.
Why does the red room use girls? ›Traditionally, the Red Room operatives were trained from childhood to be spies and assassins. Well first there's the allure of the beautiful woman -- they have the option to use their charms to gain access and influence by becoming the lovers and companions of their targets.
What does red and yellow mean in 50 Shades of GREY? ›You have safe words—"yellow" for when you're getting concerned, and "red" for when you want to stop—and you didn't use them. So, yes. You should leave.
Which Fifty Shades is the steamiest? ›Well, to its credit, “Fifty Shades Freed” contains arguably the only truly erotic scene in the entire trilogy. It involves Ana smearing and then licking ice cream off Christian's gorgeous bare torso (Probably vanilla, given that the couple purchased a pint in “Fifty Shades Darker”).
Is Fifty Shades 18? ›'Fifty Shades of Grey' gets 18 certificate for nudity.
Is 365 days appropriate? ›
Written by Blanka Lipinska, 365 Days is categorized as an erotic drama and is rated TV-MA (not suitable for ages 17 and under). However, it is often recommended by Netflix for teens and young adults.
What is a grey in slang? ›In gay slang, a grey queen is a gay person who works for the financial services industry (this term originates from the fact that in the 1950s, people who worked in this profession often wore grey flannel suits).
Is white a color or not? ›Some consider white to be a color, because white light comprises all hues on the visible light spectrum. And many do consider black to be a color, because you combine other pigments to create it on paper. But in a technical sense, black and white are not colors, they're shades. They augment colors.
What does 50 shades of GREY meaning in slang? ›The phrase "shades of gray" usually refers to a situation that is not clear, particularly with regard to whether or not something is categorically evil.
What is the meaning of all shades of? ›something that is slightly different from other, similar things: They are hoping to satisfy all shades of public opinion. There are several shades of meaning in that sentence. a shade.
How many shades of grey exist? ›How many shades of grey are there really? In the book Fifty Shades of Grey, the number is used figuratively to describe the moods of Christian Grey, the protagonist of the novel and film. But in real-life, the human eye can distinguish more than 500 shades of grey.
How many shades of grey can humans see? ›Even for high brightness and high contrast medical displays with luminance range between 0.5 and 2000 cd/m2, the human observer can perceive no more than around 900 shades of gray.
Why do I love Fifty Shades of GREY so much? ›The idea and struggle of control is pervasive throughout the novel and makes us reflect on our own lives and desires. Christian Grey is attuned to Anastasia's needs, he lets her release control, which is an appealing desire for many women who feel the need to be in charge all the time.
What does the end of Fifty Shades Darker mean? ›Fifty Shades Darker ends with an engagement, a fancy party, a slight family blow out, and a threat. So, let's start with the happy news: after re-establishing their romantic relationship without a sex contract, Ana and Christian are happily engaged to be married.
Did the actors of Fifty Shades like each other? ›And we were really there for each other. We had to really trust each other and protect each other,” Dakota Johnson added while talking about Jamie Dornan. She made it clear that her Fifty Shades of Grey co-stars are nothing more than friends.
What was Fifty Shades inspired by? ›
It originated as a fanfic for the young-adult teen romance novel series Twilight by American author Stephenie Meyer. That story was turned into a full-length novel titled Fifty Shades of Grey.
Why did Dakota and Jamie break up? ›“Sometime over the holidays, they broke up,” a source revealed. “Her life was getting too crazy and it wasn't something that he wanted to be a part of.” Despite going their separate ways, some reports have stated that it “wasn't a bad break.”
Why does Jamie Dornan look different in Fifty Shades Darker? ›According to a USA Today interview, Dornan prepped for the sequel by tanning, getting more muscle mass, and growing some scruff. "Shaving every day sucks," he said. "It's also a weird psychological thing, but . . .
Was Dakota Johnson in love with Jamie Dornan? ›As for the rumored romantic relationship between Dornan and Johnson, it really is nothing more than a rumor.
Does Jamie Dornan regret Fifty Shades? ›But according to a new interview with British GQ, series star Jamie Dornan, the lead of Kenneth Branagh's awards contender Belfast, doesn't regret it a bit. In Dornan's words: "Ultimately, no. I mean, I understood the job and the reactions.
Who was first choice for Anastasia Steele? ›Dakota Johnson as Anastasia Steele in “Fifty Shades of Grey” Anastasia Steele was Dakota Johnson's breakout role in the “Fifty Shades” franchise, but the part nearly went to Emilia Clarke.
Why did Ian Somerhalder turn down Fifty Shades of Grey? ›A source told the mag, "Doing a possible trilogy was too big a commitment, and producers wouldn't let him do just one film." The only thing that will help us get over this heart-breaking news is finding out who has actually been cast as Christian and Ana.
What's so great about 50 Shades of GREY? ›Many say that the books have allowed women to talk about and explore sexuality (sexual fantasy, in particular) in a way that they would have been impossible even decades ago. In this way, they say, the book is empowering.
Is Fifty Shades Darker for kids? ›Fifty Shades Darker is rated R by the MPAA for strong erotic sexual content, some graphic nudity, and language. Violence: - Brief non-graphic violence.
Did the 50 Shades of Grey actors like each other? ›And we were really there for each other. We had to really trust each other and protect each other,” Dakota Johnson added while talking about Jamie Dornan. She made it clear that her Fifty Shades of Grey co-stars are nothing more than friends.
Is Anastasia Steele supposed to be pretty? ›
She is described by Christian as beautiful, very attractive, and alluring, but she is shown to be rather insecure about being slim, pale, and scruffy.
Who was meant to be in 50 Shades of GREY? ›Dakota was cast as Anastasia Steele originally alongside actor Charlie Hunnam, who was supposed to play Christian Grey until dropping out of the film due to 'scheduling conflicts'.