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Virtual Integrity
Ifwe take the time to reflect on our own situation, we might conclude
that no amount of information technology is going to repair the
destruction in our own lives. . . . We depend too much on technol
ogy to save us from a fall into fear. Only when we give up on our
technological faith and accept the resulting fear can we truly act
responsibly. . . . We should fear the informationism of our age be
cause it lacks humility; it puts us in the business of authoring paeans
to efficiency and control rather than first admitting our foolishness.
Short-term technological setbacks, from power surges to hard drive
crashes, should remind us that we are not fully in control.38
So how can we practice humble authenticity online? I ’d like to
suggest three practical ways:
1. Conduct honest self-examination
2. Stay away from the “virtual cliffs” in cyberspace
3. Surf your true identity
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Conduct Honest Self-Examination
Just like Vaclav Havel, we need to honestly examine our current
situation if we are going to be authentic. The goal here is not just
some intellectual exercise or emotional catharsis, but to get help
where needed. Do you have multiple identities online that you
use to conceal your sinful, illegal, or unethical activities at home,
school, or work? You’ll benefit from counsel and accountability as
you struggle with these quandaries.
The Abilene Christian University Counseling Center’s website39
provides a wide range of helpful resources and Web links to help.
Whether you are looking for workshops, need counseling, or just
want some more helpful links, I recommend visiting their site.
Other helpful sites include: Virtuous Reality40 (for girls and young
women), Men of Integrity41 (for guys), Freedom Begins Here,42and
Pure Desire Ministries.43“Pure Desire Ministry International (PDMI)
is devoted to healing men and women who have become addicted
to sexual behaviors harmful to their social, family and spiritual well
being. By supporting local churches, PDMI is setting men and women
free, so they can walk in the saving Grace of the Lord.”44
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