Sunday I preached on Joshua 24 and the people's long history of Idolatry and how that is also relevant for us. Through my studies I found this quote that I am just loving.
“The idolater today is not one who bows down before some image, but is one who has mentally modified the God of the Scriptures so that He is now more attractive, more tolerant, more permissive, more loving, less denouncing, less damning, and less restrictive. Modern idolatry accepts biblical religion and the biblical God, BUT first modifies each to suit personal tastes. The result, is a Religion of convenience but no conviction; a god of personality but no sovereignty; and Believers who follow their feelings rather than faith.” ~ John Kachelman Jr.
In addition, Claire was in my office the other day just goofing around while I was preparing for Sunday morning. Out of nowhere she says, "Why did Jesus die on the Cross?" I began to explain why in 3-year old terms. She looks at me and says, "Why can't he get off?" It was at this point that I realized the powerful message my 3 year old daughter just reminded me of... (He could have, but He chose not to). I then went on to tell her how He lives in heaven and how his spirit lives in mommy's and daddy's heart and one day he can live in hers. She went back to her work and later said, "That's not fair... I want him to live in my heart." I just smiled and said, "He's closer than you know Claire."
