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The Idols Of The Heart

Updated: Feb 23

The idols of the heart are those things we place above God in our lives, often without even realising it. These can be ambitions, relationships, or material possessions that distract us from committing to God. Ezekiel 14:3 (NASB) warns, "Son of man, these men have set up their idols in their hearts and have put right before their faces the stumbling block of their wrongdoing.”


When we surrender these idols to God, asking Him to realign our hearts with His will, we experience true fulfilment. We put God first and allow Him to shape our desires and choices. Removing idols allows for more profound spiritual growth and intimate relationships with Him.


By examining our hearts regularly through deep prayer, we can stay vigilant against anything that seeks to replace God. With His help, we can keep our focus on what truly matters: finding peace and purpose in Him alone.


Quote

Never let anything in life have more attention from you than God.


Prayer

Lord, draw me close to Your heart, I pray. Amen.


Action Point

Think about what you spend most of your time focusing on. Is it God?



Copyright notices

(NASB) Scripture taken from the New American Standard Bible®, Copyright © 1960, 1971, 1977, 1995, 2020 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved.


Use in other publications

You can freely use this devotional personally, in your Church or Ministry when including this notice.   Copyright © Carl Brettle. Subscribe for free via www.imani.org 

 
 
 

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