March 3rd, 2015

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Idolatry

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2015

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Last week’s discussion about Bobby’s book touched on idols. I used Bobby’s definition of idols and said an “idol is a God-supplanter.” Since that is such a broad subject, and I didn’t have enough room last week (the post would have been way too long), I thought I would finish the topic this week.

The question we are all faced with is this: what are some of the contemporary idols we struggle with?

#1: Stuff

#2: Cash

#3: Sex

#4: Technology

#5: Beauty

#6: Entertainment

#7: Success

#8: Religion

Quite a list Bobby has made up. I chose not to go into even minor details about each one because I don’t think there really is a need to. You know what they are. You know what they stand for. You know their power. If not all, then part. You probably could add more if given a chance (and you will).

So, what’s the secret to defeating these idols? According to Bobby it is craving God. (P.82). Can’t say I disagree with Him. If an idol captures our heart, then giving our heart to God is the antidote. What that looks like?????

Let me ask you: would you add any idols to the list? And what does craving God look like to you?