What makes something humorous? And why do we laugh? Probably for a variety of reasons, depending on the circumstances. And for that matter, are there "restrictions" on what a Christian should find laughable? Today, as I began my daily search for a post, I came across this picture and pondered these things. Relax, I have no intention of telling you what to laugh at or not, as I think humor is a very personal thing. But, I do think the Scriptures give us a few general guidelines...
Galatians, Chapter 5 (NASB)
(Gal 5:16) But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.
(Gal 5:17) For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you may not do the things that you please.
(Gal 5:18) But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the Law.
(Gal 5:19) Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality,
(Gal 5:20) idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions,
(Gal 5:21) envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you, just as I have forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.
(Gal 5:22) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
(Gal 5:23) gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
(Gal 5:24) Now those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.
(Gal 5:25) If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit.
(Gal 5:17) For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you may not do the things that you please.
(Gal 5:18) But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the Law.
(Gal 5:19) Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality,
(Gal 5:20) idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions,
(Gal 5:21) envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you, just as I have forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.
(Gal 5:22) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
(Gal 5:23) gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
(Gal 5:24) Now those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.
(Gal 5:25) If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit.
Generally, if we find humor in the things of the flesh (from the list above), I think its time to ask yourself WHY you are laughing. Instead, look for gentle, subtle humor that is harmless. To me, Verse 25 above says it all. If anyone has thoughts on this, I would appreciate your comments....