Ep. 122: Should I Watch the Chosen?

At Focused on Christ, our passion is to exalt Jesus and equip the church for faithful living. I’m your host, Mike Crump, joined today by Pastor Nathan Smith, as we dive into another mailbag episode, answering YOUR questions!

📩 Mailbag Questions:

🔹 Christian Media & Biblical AccuracyDaniel asks about the rise of Christian media like The Chosen and House of David. Should believers engage with these shows? What are the benefits, and what are the concerns? We discuss the potential for introducing people to Scripture while also warning against mischaracterizations and modern biases. Plus, we hear a clip from Todd Friel on whether such portrayals border on false teaching.

🔹 Syri Says: Sharing the Gospel & False DoctrineOur very own pastoral assistant, Syri, submitted some excellent questions:How should we share the gospel with friends or family in the prosperity gospel and Word of Faith movement?Can a teacher of false doctrine still be a born-again Christian?

🔹 Discerning God’s Calling: Stay or Go?How does a believer know whether they are called to stay and equip or to go and be sent? We discuss biblical wisdom, prayer, seeking counsel, and trusting the Lord through the process.

🔹 Guarding Against Moral Failure in MinistryWith high-profile Christian leaders falling into sin, how can pastors and believers remain faithful? We emphasize cultivating a growing love for Christ, strong accountability, and removing hindrances to godliness (Hebrews 12:1-2).

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