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June 09, 2024

Nate Rector

Power

What happens when being in charge becomes our identity? Anger unravels our lives.

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Comfort

06/30/24 | Nate Rector
Most of us would probably not say at first glance that we struggle with idolizing comfort. But the reality is we are so culturally numb to this that we are far more susceptible to this idol than we realize. And the consequences are disastrous.
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Control

06/23/24 | Nate Rector
Self-discipline, diligence, and order are very good things. But when we allow our bent towards those things to go too far, we begin to idolize control. And when we do that, we are ultimately just getting in Gods way.
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Approval

06/16/24 | Aaron Gibson
To some extent, the approval of others is a fundamental need in today's society. We require approval to thrive in areas such as interviews, marriage, and friendships. However, when seeking the approval of others becomes an idol, we end up living a life we never intended and find it difficult to break free from it.
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Power

06/09/24 | Nate Rector Currently Watching
What happens when being in charge becomes our identity? Anger unravels our lives.
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The Damage of Idolatry

06/02/24 | Nate Rector
When we make something an idol, we put it in a place of worship. The problem is, idols cannot bear the weight of our worship.
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