Why is Free Christian channels a better choice for your home? 
I'm proud to say that my family and I gave up regular (cecular) television over sixteen 
years ago, mainly because of all the programs had become in one way or the other 
obscene or vulgar. I had the opportunity while traveling to check out a little bit of what's
playing on television, I was looking for news and why I was surfing channels I became 
disgusted. I could not believe my eyes and my ears, cecular TV had gotten worse, 100%
 worse.  I honestly don't know how people handled that junk day in and day out, 
especially when you have little children in the home. It's no wonder society is so 
messed up, morality is in a gutter, politicians still and even fraud the nation. 
I have to be honest with you, I lasted less than 5 minutes with the TV on because of
the programming and commercials. 
Don't get me wrong, I will sit down and watch TV, however I only watch Christian channels 
on my satellite system, if the TV goes on at all. I'd rather read or hear a good book or walk. 
My family and I accomplish so much more and spend more quality time together after we 
gave TV up.   
TV is an Addiction.
 Its true secular TV is an addiction and it has affected millions for decades now. 
We have a family member that has been affected by TV programs. This family 
member claims 51 favorite TV shows. Not to mention that he is totally addicted to 
video games. 
Is TV bad for children?
Television shows and the techniques that they use too hypnotized you are dangerous, 
especially for children. Here are some facts and statistics that you are probably not aware of. 
The American Academy of Pediatrics in a study done in 1999 issued guidelines 
recommending that children under the age of 2 watch NO television or screen entertainment 
at all. In an interview in 1999 with Yale Professor Dr. Jerome Singer, Dr Singer states that he
believes it is best to withhold TV completely until reading and learning habits are well 
established.
Did you know that in 1999 a study done by "TV turn off" put out these statistics. 
Children attend 900 hours of school time every year, however they watch 1,023 hours of TV. 
Let me ask you who is educating our kids today?  Your right of course, the TV is! Did you 
realize that children spend more face time with characters (good or bad) on TV than their 
own parents. Check it out for yourself. Do a search on Google and type "children and 
television". The last time I preached a sermon on this topic that search provided 
1,100,000,000 hits. There's no way that I could research every single one of these but I 
have a few that may interest you.
At the top of the list is https://www.stanfordchildrens.org 
I will save you a little time with their report, however, go read it and study this topic yourself.
“As children grow and develop, they can be easily influenced by what they see and hear, 
especially from digital media. Digital media can include TV, the internet, and smart devices. 
Some programs can be educational. But many children watch too much digital media. Many 
programs can show children violent behavior that you don't want them to imitate, or that can 
cause fear. Digital media may also show children poor eating habits through commercials 
for high-calorie, low-nutrient foods. Too much screen time can also take away from reading, 
studying, learning activities, play, and exercise. Digital media can also show alcohol and 
drug use, smoking, and sexual behavior. Your child may see these things before they are 
emotionally ready to understand these issues. And before they can make good decisions.
As a parent, you can help decrease the harmful effects of digital media. You can monitor 
the type of programming and limit your child's screen time. Here are some tips for setting
good viewing habits”
Their recommendations
  • “Choose programs for your child to watch. Always plan what your child will be watching. 
    Don't turn on a viewing device randomly. Give choices between 2 programs you think 
    are appropriate for your child.
  • Limit screen time to 1 or 2 hours a day for children older than 2 years. The American 
    Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children younger than 2 years should not 
    watch digital media.
  • Turn to educational shows……..
  • Watch programs with your child……
  • Turn off the TV or other device if the program is something you believe your child 
    should not see.
  • Don't assume all cartoons are acceptable and appropriate. Many cartoons contain 
    violence.
  • Many daytime programs such as soap operas and talk shows are not appropriate 
    for children.
  • Be a good example to your child by not watching too much TV or digital media 
    yourself……
  • Encourage play and exercise for your child……
  • Limit screen time as a reward for good behavior. Try a trip to the park…..
  • Don't allow screen time during meals.”
How Media Use Affects You Childs health by Kidsheath.org

“Most kids today are plugged into devices like TVs, tablets, and smartphones well before 
they can even ride a bike.

Technology can be part of a healthy childhood, as long as this privilege isn't abused. For 
example, preschoolers can get help learning the alphabet on public television, grade 
schoolers can play educational apps and games, and teens can do research on the Internet.”
But too much screen time can be a bad thing
  • “Children who consistently spend more than 4 hours per day watching TV are more 
    likely to be overweight.
  • Kids who view violent acts on TV are more likely to show aggressive behavior, and to 
    fear that the world is scary and that something bad will happen to them.
  • Teens who play violent video games and apps are more likely to be aggressive.
  • Characters on TV and in video games often depict risky behaviors, such as smoking 
    and drinking, and also reinforce gender-role and racial stereotypes.

That's why it's so important for parents to keep tabs on their kids' screen time and set limits 
to ensure they're not spending too much time in front of a screen.”
Visit their website for what is recommended

Is Television Really An Addiction
I can tell you from my own experience that after running a cable television company and 
being a regional manager for a large corporation and watching TV for many years that when 
I dropped TV, I went through withdrawals.  I didn't know what to do with myself I would 
constantly pase. I didn't know what to do and finally decided that I was just going to be 
productive. You know what? I did become more productive, and spend more time with my 
family, those are great benefits in my book.

I am not alone you see, thousands of our customers have reported the same experience of 
withdrawals when they dropped and disconnected their secular TV shows. I’ve had way to 
many conversations with many pastors that are so worried about their parishioners.  After 
their parishioners attend church they go home and turn on their TV's. To quote just one 
Pastor “TV washes away all the preaching and the Spirits blessing that was received during 
Sunday school and the sermon. 

There is hope. 
I mentioned Free Christian TV channels earlier,  I highly recommend it. Pastors love it 
because the parishioners continue to be blessed with the word of God. Many churches 
gift a ChristianDish satellite systems to their newly baptized members.  Members are 
learning how to install the ChristianDish systems using our free resources. Family, friends 
and neighbors have been sponsored by the local churches. 


Benefits of Christian TV Channels in your home
Christian programming in your home will help you get rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 

It will provide Christian morals and Christian programs for those children that come home 
from school and have no supervision until the parents get home. Christian TV channels is 
also very affordable. There are approximately about 80 Christian TV networks on our 
satellite, they pay for the air time on satellite in the hopes that you will feel impressed to 
help them with donations. With that said, you should know that there are no monthly fees
 no contracts and no dings on your credit history. ChristianDish uses the free to air 
technology, we pre-program your receiver and package match the system so that you don’t 
have to worry about all the components not working together correctly and they are very 
affordable. Installation can be done by you or you can hire an installer. Do you want to get 
started on the road of freedom from secular TV visit our website at: 
 http://www.ChristianDish.com

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