Resources for Smashing Idols
On Sunday we covered 1 Corinthians 10 which was a call away from idolatry and toward the Lord. Because the Lord loves us he warns us that idols never love us back and never save and sustain the way they promise, but the Lord loves us and saves and sustains us in a way no idol can.
If you want to read and study more on this particular topic here are some top recommendations. They’re great for smashing idols in our lives.
One Page — Paul Tripp “Idol Worshippers” — The best one page summary of this concept and the image won’t leave your mind
One Seven Minute Podcast — John Piper on What Is Idolatry? — A wonderful summation of the Biblical theme of idolatry in a simple and winsome format
One Article — David Powlison on Idols of the Heart and Vanity Fair — It’s no exaggeration to say this article changed my life and helped me understand my heart better that I might turn to Christ
One Book — Tim Keller Counterfeit Gods — This book not only helps you understand idolatry but helps you through the process of replacing your idols with the Lord in the areas of money, sex, power, and much more
May the Lord help us see what to flee from and what to flee toward that we might find life.
-Ricky