The Concept of Idolatry - The Gospel Coalition
In one sense idolatry is the diagnosis of the human condition to which the gospel is the cure. At root, the problem with humans is not horizontal ‘social’ problems (like sexual immorality and greed), but rebellion against and replacement of the true and living God with gods that fail (which leads to these destructive sins).
Idolatry: Causes, Consequences and Cures (1 Corinthians 10)
2016年2月24日 · Idolatry brings spiritual destruction as we fall under God’s divine discipline (vv.8-10). What is the cure for idolatry? Take heed. The danger of falling into idolatry is always before us. Those who are self-assured and proud are the most susceptible.
The Limits of Idolatry: Can We View Greed and Lust like Idols of …
2024年1月16日 · There are also many biblical warnings which connect idolatry to issues of the heart. In his excellent book, The Mission of God, Christopher Wright organizes idolatry into idolatrous categories that reflect matters of the heart. These four categories overlap with modern tendencies toward idolatry. Things that entice us (Deut. 4:19). We see this ...
Idol/Idolatry (New Testament) - Oxford Bibliographies
2022年11月29日 · Discusses the theological problem of idolatry and the social problem of how to live among idols, with a focus on Romans and 1 Corinthians. Blue, Bradley B. “Food Offered to Idols and Jewish Food Laws.” In Dictionary of Paul and His Letters. Edited by Gerald F. Hawthorne and Ralph P. Martin, 424–426. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 1993.
The Truth About Idolatry - Grace to You
Some of the problems are the ones which Paul himself recognized, others are the ones which the Corinthians themselves recognized and inquired about. One of the questions the Corinthians asked was in reference to meat offered to idols. Was it right for them to eat meat that had been offered to an idol?
The Problem of Idolatry - BeReconciled.com / Mediation for …
Scripture explains that sinful cravings within our hearts are the root cause of quarrels and fights. The problem with our hearts is that we make idols. We look for happiness in the wrong places and worship false gods. Unlike Israelites in the wilderness, we may …
The Problem of Idolatry - The Church in Thyatira - Cornerstone …
2011年4月10日 · Jesus commends the church in Thyatira for four things: their love, faith, service, and perseverance. But He has a harsh rebuke for the one thing they were not doing well: they tolerated the wicked influence of Jezebel, which was idolatry. Even though we may not bow down to idols today, idolatry is still all around us.
Idolatry: Definition and Significance: God’s Perspective
2020年9月6日 · Idolatry is relational and focuses on one’s view of God and self. Application: 1. In these two chapters (1 Corinthians 8 and 10), Paul taught that God is alive but idols are dead. If idols are dead (see above), what does it say about idolaters? 2. Idolatry is spiritual adultery: it is union with another in order to get for self.
Idolatry, the Gospel, and the Imitation of God
2011年3月24日 · Idolatry is dangerous because it almost always involves the offer of good things as substitutes for God. Wright highlights three pairs of idols: power and pride, success and popularity, and...
What is Idolatry? - The Gospel Coalition
Idolatry is treating anything as more important than Jesus Christ for your meaning in life, for your happiness, for your security and hope, or for your self-regard. The reason why it’s so important to understand the sin of idolatry is that it can be growing in a part of your life for a long time and get very deep without it right away leading ...
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