Tag Archives: idolatry

Letting Go Before the Light Fades

Freedom from Hidden Idols As evening settles and the day’s activities fade into memory, there’s something spiritually appropriate about this quiet hour for honest self-examination. The busyness that kept us distracted has finally slowed. The noise has quieted. And in this stillness, God often whispers questions we’ve been too occupied to hear: What are youContinue reading “Letting Go Before the Light Fades”

 “Two Kingdoms, One Warning”

The contrasting fates of the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah in 2 Kings reveal profound spiritual lessons. Israel’s decline stemmed from idolatry, while Judah’s revival under King Hezekiah emphasized trust in God. These narratives challenge us to assess our faith amidst personal and societal uncertainties.

Jealousy That Guards Our Heart

Deuteronomy 5:6-11 Jealousy is an undesirable, negative emotion, which is fueled by anger or selfishness. According to James 3:16, “Where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there is disorder and every evil thing.” From today’s passage, however, we see that there is a different perspective on the word when it’s applied to God: “For I, theContinue reading “Jealousy That Guards Our Heart”