In our series of lessons on idolatry we have noticed that idolatry in the heart is revealed when we take the good things of God and make them the most important thing, believing that we are worshiping God in what we are doing when in fact we are giving our hearts to our own passions and desires. We saw this with the idol of love, family, success, and the earth. In this lesson we will examine another idol which would seemingly be right and good, but often can be turned into an idol, taking our hearts away from God. The idol is religion.
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Tags: 1 kings 12, jeroboam, worship
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Please note that the first nine minutes of this lesson did not record. For the beginning of the lesson, please read the text of this lesson on the website: www.westpalmbeachchurchofchrist.com
The apostle John’s third letter has many parallels to his second letter. Both letters are addressed to individuals, yet both letters are discussing issues affecting the church where these Christians are. Further, both letters appear to be the practical application of the message taught in John’s first letter. As we read this letter please notice the continued emphasis on truth just as John emphasized the truth in his second letter.
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Today there is a lot of fervor concerning the environment. There are all kinds of studies being done about the future of the earth. It is very popular today to “go green.” How “going green” is defined depends upon your level of commitment. For some people, going green is changing light bulbs and turning the water off while brushing your teeth. To others, going green is to sell your cars, ride bicycles, and live on solar power alone. In this age of being environmentally conscious, we need to ask this important question. Where should the Christian stand on these things?
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John’s second letter in the scriptures is a practical letter of what it means to love the truth, know the truth, and walk in the truth. You will notice that the word “truth” occurs four times in the introduction of this letter (vs. 1-3).
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