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Of Statues, and Unknown Idols we Serve

Richard Forbes
Christian , Daily Devotional , Idols

We hear people proclaim that they are subject to no one. We listen to them as they brag that they are their own person, or sing songs proclaiming that they did it their way, and which are meant to glorify themselves or mankind. But these are the words and songs of the world and are not of God; they are not righteousness and will fall silent in eternity. If we believe that we belong to ourselves, or to anyone or anything other than our Holy Father, then we belong to nothing and are truly lost… our existence is fleeting indeed, and we are destined to die with the world. Who do we believe is God? Who is our shepherd, and who do we serve?

Can Humility and Meekness become False Gods and idols to us?

Richard Forbes
Christian , Daily Devotional , Meekness and Humility

When we go through the motions of “playing church”, and yet bring idols into ourselves, the temples of the Spirit, or sit in the pews and challenge God regarding His Word and its truth, then who are we? When we are proud, and our position within the church body becomes a god to us, or the time we spend shouting prayers from the street corner becomes the measure by which we judge others, then who are we? And, when our tithe becomes a threat to Lord our power over others, or hold the righteous who are the true believers, ransom with, then where is the virtue in our faith? If this convicts us today, does it lead us to prostrate ourselves before God and repent?