Are Christians Too Heavenly Minded to Be of Any Earthly Good? [Deconstructing Faith Series]

02/08/2022 44 min
Are Christians Too Heavenly Minded to Be of Any Earthly Good? [Deconstructing Faith Series]

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“Come heed me, my brothers, come heed, one and allDon't brag about standing or you’ll surely fallYou're shining your light and shine it you shouldBut you’re so heavenly minded, you’re no earthly good”Johnny Cash – from his song No Earthly GoodDid the man in black have it right?  Are Christians sometimes too heavenly minded to be of any earthly good?In the last episode in our Deconstructing Faith series, we take a look at the criticism that is sometimes leveled at Christians that they can be too concerned about getting people to heaven and not concerned enough about caring for the people around them.Join Scott and Shawn as they attempt to answer the questions:Is this criticism of Christianity fair?If it isn’t fair then what is the true focus of Christianity?  Is it getting people to heaven or helping those around us on earth?Visit https://preparedtoanswer.org/topics/culture-and-spirituality/are-christians-too-heavenly-minded-to-be-of-any-earthly-good/ for related resources.💬 Text us to submit any comments or questions you want to ask us!Support the show🔔 Follow for more Prepared to Answer, or find more Christian resources on our websiteListen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyListen on OvercastWatch on YouTube Stay connected! 🔗Our FacebookOur InstagramOur TikTokOur Website