When I first started reading about cyber culture I did not think it had influenced my life in any way. I never get online and communicate through group discussions on AIM but I do meet a lot of new people on Facebook. I meet them through common interests like favorite movies or favorite music. You can also meet other Christians or other people from Purdue Calumet. I actually met my current boyfriend through facebook. We became friends through Facebook and that led to telephone conversations and meeting in person. Some people think that online is a stupid way to meet people but it's really not that bad. I wouldn't have even known my boyfriend now existed.
Many good things can come from cyber culture. I do not participate in group discussions through AIM but it could be a good way to talk to fellow Christians or even help someone to become a Christian. I had a friend I was talking to through AIM and we had a long discussion about becoming a Christian and he was baptized the next day. I definitely think cyber culture is a good way to spread God's word throughout the world, especially to my generation.

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How popular culture has changed my life

I feel that popular culture has shaped my life. I was home schooled from sixth grade all through high school and was raised in a nondenominational church. God, my family, and the Church have played a major role in the development of the person I am today.
Popular culture has influenced my every decision. My relationship with God has helped me choose friends wisely, choose appropriate clothing, choose wholesome music. I have been shaped, not only through God's word, but also through the Church. I follow the Church and the example of their lives. They are all such wonderful people and they strive to be better Christians. They have all made mistakes in their lives but they use those mistakes to help others overcome obstacles in their lives.
After reading "What is 'Popular Culture' ?", I can better understand it's definition. When I think of "Popular Culture" I would guess that it means whatever this generation may think is "cool." This paper does mention what today's generation has made "popular" through mass media products, but it is not the only definition. The definition of popular culture in my life is religion.
If I did not have God or the Church in my life I wouldn't be the person I am today. I'm very thankful for everything I have and for the influence popular culture has had on my life.


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