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  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Idols? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 14, 2011
     | 6,835 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

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    Idols

    Contributed by Je Layugan on Oct 17, 2023
     | 1,463 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

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    No Idols Series

    Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jul 16, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 6,318 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

  • Joe Mack Cherry avatar

    Idols

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 28, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,678 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

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Idols Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 11, 2007
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     | 6,587 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

  • James Dorman avatar

    No Idols Series

    Contributed by James Dorman on May 2, 2017
     | 4,889 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

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    No Idols Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 13, 2022
     | 1,931 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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    Idols Of The Heart

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 59,363 views

    Many people have secret idols hidden in the chambers of their hearts from the sight of men but not God. And these idols decide sometimes what they get from God, Hebrews 4:13: Says neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all th

    IDOLS OF THE HEART Dr. D. K. Olukoya Ezekiel 14:1-4:“Then came certain of the elders of Israel unto me, and sat before me. And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Son of man, these men have set up their idols in their heart, and put the stumbling block of their iniquity before their face: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Idols Of The Heart

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 16, 2011
    based on 16 ratings
     | 35,042 views

    Many people have secret idols hidden in the chambers of their hearts from the sight of men but not God. And these idols decide sometimes what they get from God....

    Ezekiel 14:1-4 says, “There came certain of the elders of Israel unto me, and sat before me. And the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Son of man, these men have set up their idols in their heart, and put the stumbling block of their iniquity before their tale: Should I be enquired of it ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cross Is No Idol

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 25, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,760 views

    4th Sunday in Lent, Series B. Although Hezekiah had to smash the serpent Moses made of bronze, the cross of Christ is forever our salvation.

    4th Sunday in Lent March 26, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we move through this season of Lent, and closer to our remembrance of your Son’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "American Idol”

    Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jul 7, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,949 views

    It has been said that the eye is the closest to soul and is the agent used to judge right from wrong. So if the eye & heart are in conflict, how can the body function properly.

    “American Idol” Matthew 6:22-24 Theme; a picture of a Christian life in this world in the presence of God, actively submissive, and entirely dependent upon Him. Simply put, a picture of children in relationship to their father as they travel on this pilgrimage called life! * Chapter 6 broke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sins And Idols Series

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 5, 2022
     | 853 views

    All believers have sinned, but we have an advocate with the Father to ask for forgiveness. And, we are not to put anything between us and God.

    In verses 16-17: • Commentators differ in thoughts regarding what the sin unto death is. • Is it a physical death or a spiritual death? • The Apostle Paul had written that a few Christians had died since they took communion disgracefully o 1 Corinthians 11:27-30, Wherefore whosoever shall eat ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    American Idols Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,240 views

    A god is a person/thing occupying the place of preeminence. It is anything/one that dominates your thoughts and emotions (accepting worship) or anything/one that controls your actions (demanding service).

    God’s People, a People of gods God has been calling Jacob to something greater than he can imagine – but change must first happen. Genesis 32 records his point of surrender as he wrestled with the Angel. He was given a new name – yet it didn’t stick, yet. In ch. 33, Jacob is finally able to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Make No Idols Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 12, 2009
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,044 views

    Looks at the second commandment and how making idols limits our worship of God

    Make No Idols Exodus 20:4-6 Slide Good morning, Last week we began a new series, God’s Top Ten, on the 10 commandments and we started out by giving an overview of some important facts about the 10 commandments. Namely that The 10 commandments were part of the Old Covenant with Israel vs. the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    American Idol Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 12, 2014
     | 7,000 views

    A look at the different idols we worship.

    American Idol June 29, 2014 Isaiah 44:9-20 As I was doing my Bible reading this week, I read Psalm 115 and I immediately thought of Isaiah 44. We’ll read these passage in a bit. I had a different topic and scripture planned for today, but I felt the Lord leading me to talk about this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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