20 min
Fame, Money, & Faith in False Idols True Vs. Truth Podcast
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- Christianity
We get real about super celebrities and viral social media influencers this week, and dive deep into the kingdom perspective on fame and money. An elevated platform to show your talents and increased wealth to reward hard work can be a gift and blessing from God. However, it’s important that we don’t fall victim to idolatry and covet our Earthly possessions over the gifts God is promising us in Heaven. Instead, consider how the blessings in your life should be used to bless others, and use the privilege of your status to elevate God’s word and Christ’s love above your own worldly wants.
Timecoded Guide:
[00:50] Introducing the corrupting concept of fame & explaining Matt’s NFL experience [03:07] Diving into Danielle’s experience in Entertainment PR & feeling sympathy for celebrities suffering from their fame [06:48] Going viral online & our need to overshare to detrimental levels just for attention from others [10:16] Filling the void of dissatisfaction in life & changing our perspective on what it means to “be great” [14:09] Tithing to bless others & pouring out your cup of blessings onto others
We get real about super celebrities and viral social media influencers this week, and dive deep into the kingdom perspective on fame and money. An elevated platform to show your talents and increased wealth to reward hard work can be a gift and blessing from God. However, it’s important that we don’t fall victim to idolatry and covet our Earthly possessions over the gifts God is promising us in Heaven. Instead, consider how the blessings in your life should be used to bless others, and use the privilege of your status to elevate God’s word and Christ’s love above your own worldly wants.
Timecoded Guide:
[00:50] Introducing the corrupting concept of fame & explaining Matt’s NFL experience [03:07] Diving into Danielle’s experience in Entertainment PR & feeling sympathy for celebrities suffering from their fame [06:48] Going viral online & our need to overshare to detrimental levels just for attention from others [10:16] Filling the void of dissatisfaction in life & changing our perspective on what it means to “be great” [14:09] Tithing to bless others & pouring out your cup of blessings onto others
20 min