Idolatry Discerning

Our throughline for this month is idolatry discerning.

We tend to think that we don't have an issue with this as we don't make golden calves to worship.

But this month, we will take a closer look at what our modern day idols are.

Video games, sports, appearance, popularity, money, homes.

These are some things that can cover our hearts....

 ...and crowd out the thing that should be in our heart.

Who discerns idols? The great prophets like Jeremiah, Nathan, Zechariah and 

John the Baptist to name a few.

But that's not all! Evan, Abbey, Matthew, Leah, Adam and YOU also need to discern idols.

Today in chapel we heard that idolatry extends beyond the worship of idols and images and false god. Our modern idols are many and varied. Even for those who do not bow physically before a statue, idolatry is a matter of the heart: 

Pride, self-centredness, greed, gluttony, a love for possession and rebellion against God. 

Is it any wonder that God hates it?

We need to love the Lord our God with all our heart and soul and mind.

How do you spend your time?