In this chapter, Hosea demands that we throw out our idols, whatever they may be. In a culture dominated by religion and religious activities, "Israel has forgotten his Maker." People today don't make idols of wood and stone as they used to. Today's idols may be jobs, careers, social or political causes, and even recreation and entertainment. How does idolatry creep into the church, and what can we do about it? We are reminded in this message that we must not allow anyone or anything to come before God in our lives.
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Pastor Bruce Ray has been senior pastor of Juanita Community Church in Kirkland, Washington since 1976. He also serves as a Police, Fire & EMS chaplain. Books include Withhold Not Correction and Celebrating the Sabbath (both published by P&R Publishing). He is a member of the...