Don't worship an idol

"You must worship no other gods, for the LORD, whose very name is Jealous, is a God who is jealous about his relationship with you."   Exodus 34:14.  NLT

God is a jealous God and so, He has the name Jealous. This is not for petty, jealous reasons; it is because He wishes to watch over us, protecting our righteousness and spirituality. He is jealous for His reputation. He made a covenant of protection with Moses and the Israelites. He will go before them, protecting them and guiding them but, they must never give themselves to false worship, thus bowing to an idol, they must only worship the Lord their God.

It is the same today. People without knowing it, are worshipping false Gods - football teams, we see them raising their hands to their team, nothing else matters. This is making a football team more important than God Himself. Pop stars is another area where people are in error of making them an idol. In fact, anything that takes God's place can be seen as a idol.

People may think this is splitting hairs but, if what they do becomes the most important thing in their life, it becomes an idol. He doesn't mind us enjoying seeing our favourite team win a match, not at all. And He loves us to enjoy the musicians of the day playing their hit songs but again, they must never take His place.

Some people can make their job an idol too. They are totally devoted to their work spending long hours doing what they love. It is great to see successful and dedicated people at work, that is what they Are supposed to do. However, there is a fine line, if that line is crossed, then something has to suffer. This could be anything in your life that takes God's place. When this happens, God takes second place. This is where His jealousy comes into play. 

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. 6Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take."  Proverbs 3:5-6.  NLT.

We can't get away from what this says 'all your heart' and 'all you do.' That to me is everything we do. A helpful thing to do is to place your own name in these two verses and claim them for yourself. Give all to God and, He will give all to you. Don't miss out on the blessings He has for you. They are rich

Copyright 2025 Grahame Howard. 

If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now
Lord Jesus, I have sinned. I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
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