Despite God’s constant warnings, the people of Israel continued with their idol worship and commitment to other world religions.  As a result, the Israelites fell under heavy persecution from neighboring nations such as the Assyrians- a violent and cruel people.  This week, as you reflect on your lifestyle, choices, hobbies, and loves, is something becoming an “idol”? Look at it this way- what’s been dominating your passion and time to the point that you are not growing in your relationship with Jesus?

Have you noticed any consequences in your life as a result of those behaviors, choices, or “idols”?

This week (and beyond!) ask God to take you to deeper places as a person of prayer to address those areas of your life.  Invite the Holy Spirit to teach you to pray with greater passion.

Finally, as you wake up every morning this week, make a simple statement before you get out of bed: “No king but King Jesus!” Then pray for strength to live out this truth each day.