Idolatry
The challenging New Testament letter of 1 John ends with the poignant summation to “keep yourself from idols” (5:21). While our minds may revert to flannel graph images of…
Idolatry
May 29, 2025
Questions in this episode: – I have OCD and lots of anxiety, is this idolatry? – Before Jesus came to the earth, what kind of body did he have? – Why did Jesus answer Pharisees with two commandments instead of just one? – What are your thoughts on church members receiving counsel from outside the …
April 15, 2025
Questions in this episode: – How do I break free of my past life and truly follow Christ? – How is Jesus in the tomb for 3 days, when it doesn’t look like he spent that much time? – Is the Shroud of Turin real? – Is Christian jewelry considered idolatry? – Jesus says there …
February 6, 2025
Questions in this episode: – Was the water that Jesus turned into wine have alcohol in it? – Do you have any suggested books for premarital counseling? – Was Jesus referring to the Tribulation when he says in Matthew 24 the time would be shortened? – Where do you draw the line between “mental illness” …
Fully Aware of Our Society’s Idolatry
Modern culture is still inundated with idols, as each day people pursue goals which the one and only true God can truly and completely supply.
The Paganism of the People
It is always more costly than we think to follow our wayward enticements, and to turn away from obedience to Christ’s life-giving words.
Today's Opportunity for Economic Reform
Because the heart’s central loyalty will have eternal consequences, we must heed the warnings of Scripture and ask God to rewire our hearts to value him above any and all other treasures.
When Your Wallet Calls the Shots
We must realize that both God and money demand our total allegiance, and, as always, trying to devote our ultimate love or service to anything but God is sinful idolatry and always a rip off.
I Can't Lord, I Have to Put Family First
While our biological families can be a great blessing to our Christian life, we must be prepared because they can easily pose a challenge to us keeping Christ as the unrivaled Lord of our lives.
When Your Focus is In Need of Adjustment
We must continually police our hearts to ensure that we are accurately worshiping the real Christ with a reverent urgency regarding our task to obey him and serve him in this world.
Sin & Its Deceitfulness
All people are culpable before God because our sin has involved a rejection of God, a willful rationalization and a love of folly over wisdom!
Things That Stand in the Way
Before we trust Christ to get eternal life we should count the cost of following Jesus and be ready with the Holy Spirit’s help to let God be God for the rest of our lives.
Beginning at the Indispensable Starting Point
We cannot benefit from the real gospel unless we have a basic understanding of the real God.
