Christians Aware

Veggie tales is a series of computer animated videos about a family of ‘veggies’ who discover and learn about life using Bible Themes such as The Good Samaritan and David & Goliath. Let’s see how ‘Veggie Tales’ shapes up in our Discernment test…

1. What does it teach you?

Veggie tales teaches you about God’s perspective on different issues we all face using Bible stories as the basis. The characters learn about forgiving others, where God is when you’re scared, telling the truth and how rumours can hurt.

2. Does it have anything to do with supernatural power?

The stories all relate to the power of God and his supernatural workings. Each story has a Biblical basis with Scripture references through out the story. Eg in Episode 3 the Scripture is “Love your neighbour as yourself” — Leviticus 19:18.

3. Does it have any symbols or characteristics that link it to New Age or Occult powers?

No, Veggie tales does not contain occultic symbols or New Age themes.

4. Does it teach anything about violence or immorality and their consequences?

No. Veggie tales does not portray violence in a positive way. Moral themes are the basis for each show. Eg. in “Loving your Neighbour” Junior asparagus is trying to decide whether to invite the new boy to his birthday party because he comes from a different country and talks funny. His adventure teaches him that we need to accept others just the way they are.

5. Does it build Godly character?

The characters are friendly and happy. They are easy to relate to because they express human emotions that the viewer can relate to, e.g. remorse, compassion, forgiveness, joy etc. Children are challenged to develop Godly characteristics.