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  • Errol Joseph avatar

    No Idols Series

    Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jul 16, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 7,646 views

    An Exposition of the Second Commandment with Emphasis on its Current Appliction

    INTRODUCTION q The first commandment establishes our highest duty to god—to have no other God’s before him—to love him supremely. The next three indicate directions in which this supreme love should express itself. (Leslie B. Flynn) q The second commandment assumes the existence of God, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Idols Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 11, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,218 views

    A series of messages based on the 10 Commandments

    The “Truth about Truth” #3 “IDOLS” Exodus 20:4-6 * When you hear the word “Idol”, who or what do you think about? Most of us think about Stars, Singers, or Sports figures. Or may people we desire to be “LIKE.” In days past some of our idols and/or heroes were fictional characters like Superman, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Mack Cherry avatar

    Idols

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 28, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,332 views

    Many things can become idols. We must always guard against putting people or things before Christ.

    Idols I. Introduction A. Read Isaiah 46: 1-10 1. God has and always will be a “jealous” God. a. Ex. 20: 3 – the first commandment b. Ex. 34: 13 – My name is Jealous! 1. God can be moved to jealousy. 2. Greatest commandment: love the Lord thy God with all thy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Idols? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 14, 2011
     | 7,416 views

    An idol is anything we place above Jesus Christ; so, let us constantly evaluate our calendars and our checkbooks.

    What is the main point of the 2nd Commandment?? We find God’s 10 Commandments in Exodus 20 and Deutoronomy 5. The 2nd Commandment states, You shall not make for yourself an idol in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. You shall not bow down to them ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • James Dorman avatar

    No Idols Series

    Contributed by James Dorman on May 2, 2017
     | 5,357 views

    The 2nd commandment challenges us to consider how we worship God.

    Intro TS: ?The first commandment has to do with?WHOM we worship God alone. the second commandment has to do with?HOW we worship the true and only God. Tonight. the meaning of the second commandment will be?explored. Exodus 20:4–5 NKJV “You shall not make for yourself a carved image—any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Je Layugan avatar

    Idols

    Contributed by Je Layugan on Oct 17, 2023
     | 2,210 views

    Everyone is a fan of something or someone, but we must exercise caution and be mindful of the dangers of idolatry. Because a simple admiration or desire can turn into idolatry. Idolatry is often a good thing that becomes a god thing. That will eventually create a barrier between us and God.

    To become a fan is generally fine. “Everyone is a fan of something or someone, but we must exercise caution and be mindful of the dangers of idolatry. Because a simple admiration or desire can turn into idolatry. Idolatry is often a good thing that becomes a "god thing". That will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    No Idols Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 13, 2022
     | 2,508 views

    Based on Ex. 20:4-6 - Sermon challenges hearers to consider how futile & sinful it is to worship idols in any way.

    “NO IDOLS” Ex. 20:4-6 FBCF – 6/11/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – When does sports as entertainment become sports as idolatry? Banner at Lambeau Field in 1996 when Packers won Super Bowl in New Orleans & Brett Favre named MVP: “Our Favre, who art in Lambeau, hallowed by thy arm. The Bowl will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Deception Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Apr 6, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 11,771 views

    People are deceived oftentimes. How can we overcome deception?

    Deception is the act or state of deceiving or of the state of being deceived. The dictionary says to deceive is to mislead by a false appearance or statement. Sounds like the kind of environment we live in. I was reading an account of California’s most colorful stagecoach robber, “Black ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Richardson avatar

    Deception

    Contributed by David Richardson on Jun 14, 2004
    based on 23 ratings
     | 12,048 views

    The Bible speaks of planting or sowing discord like a farmer planting seeds. Deceit is the catalyst by which discord is sown or planted in the church.

    I. Introduction Read Genesis 29 (Psalm 101:7) No one who practices deceit will dwell in my house; no one who speaks falsely will stand in my presence. That’s a very heavy penalty for something that is usually said without thinking! Most deceit has its origin in thoughtlessness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Lou Nicholes avatar

    Deception

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,114 views

    Hosea’s own personal tragedy fades into the background as Israel is examined under God’s searchlight. The events of this chapter summarize what Gomer has done and what Israel has done. What happens to Gomer will happen to Israel.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: In a recent survey it was found that 15 percent of the ladies tinted their hair, 38 percent wore rouge, 98 percent wore eye shadow, 22 percent wore false eyelashes, 93 percent wore nail polish. And 100 percent voted in favor of a resolution condemning any kind of false ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Evangelist Stanley Baker avatar

    Deception

    Contributed by Evangelist Stanley Baker on May 1, 2013
     | 6,646 views

    Be not deceived,stay out of the world

    Deception 1 John 2:16 -18 Easy-to-Read Version 1Jn 2:16 This is all there is in the world: wanting to please our sinful selves, wanting the sinful things we see, and being too proud of what we have. But none of these comes from the Father. They come from ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Deception!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 17, 2014
     | 6,336 views

    The devil’s strategy of attack is always sly and he would attack you when you are vulnerable and least expect! Caution!

    Sly sneaky attack! Joshua 9:4”….on their part acted with cunning and went and made ready provisions and took worn-out sacks for their donkeys, and wineskins, worn-out and torn and mended.” You may be aware of a frontal attack but not so when it is sly, sneaky, surreptitious and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are You A Modern Day Idolater? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,584 views

    Explore the concept of idolatry, not just as the worship of physical idols, but as anything that takes the place of God in our lives, and to guide us in identifying, eliminating, and finding freedom from such forms of idolatry.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Today, we're going to tackle a topic that is as old as humanity itself and yet, it is as current as the news on your phone. We'll be talking about idolatry. Now, you might be thinking, "Idolatry? Isn't that about bowing down to golden calves and such? I don't ...read more

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  • Antonio Manaytay avatar

    Old Gods, New Names: The Spirits Behind Post-Modern Idolatry

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Oct 25, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 140 views

    Idolatry is not a relic of the ancient world. It is the oldest sin in human history — and the most enduring. The names have changed, but the spirits behind them remain.

    Introduction: The Return of Old Spirits Brothers and sisters, Idolatry is not a relic of the ancient world. It is the oldest sin in human history — and the most enduring. From Eden to Egypt, from Babylon to the boardroom, the human heart has always had a tendency to build altars to other ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Ghaly avatar

    Idol Worship

    Contributed by Michael Ghaly on Aug 25, 2015
     | 16,446 views

    when there is confusion at any area of life there must me spiritual warfare. this warfare may come by worshiping idols.

    Judges: Judges 17:6,1-13 Idolatry-----Idol Worship “‘You must not make for yourselves idols, so you must not set up for yourselves a carved image or a pillar, and you must not place a sculpted stone in your land to bow down before it, for I am the LORD your God. Lev 26:1 What is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed