Good News?

Is the good news Jesus brings good news later or good news now?

You wouldn't chose one or the other but both, right?

Is it good news spiritually or good news physically?

You wouldn't chose one or the other but both, right?

I have heard people complain about a number of The Salvation Army's social service programs saying they can't or won't preach the spiritual gospel of Jesus. This should never be. But what is worse is the mindset that devalues helping meet people's physical needs. That trivializes the suffering of the poor and makes Christians out to be cheap salesmen who's only interest is making the big deal. People like that (I know them well, I used to be one of them) had trouble reading the Beatitudes in Luke - Blessed are the Poor, for theirs is the Kingdom of God. It is much safer, easier, less tangible in Matthew's equally true recording with its spiritual emphasis. Lets make sure we read the whole bible and try to live it. God help me to do it.
Chris