A Lesson On Idolatry
A Slippery Slope
’Twas the night before the big day. I tossed and turned, trying to force myself to sleep but the anxious thoughts had me shaking like a leaf. I was already upset because my boo and my schedules kept conflicting so I didn’t have time to see him before my expected life changing experience.
I was traveling out of the country for the first time and didn’t know what to expect. I whimpered as I tightened my eyes, clenching my plush comforter.
All I want is to be held in his arms. I just want him to hold me in his arms and reassure me that everything is going to be alright.
“HE IS NOT YOUR GOD!” a thundering voice roared.
I snapped back to reality. I don’t need this man or any man to reassure me of anything. There I was, sliding down the slippery slope of idolatry once again. Thinking this man’s words could even compare to the security of my maker. Allowing my flesh to position itself in the lead, knowing the spot belongs to God alone.
It is only He that can ensure I make it to my destination safely and securely. It is only He that will provide for me and my family while I’m away.
This idolization mindset is hard to get away from since it is what I lived and breathed my entire relationship life before truly knowing God. I depended on my relationship with others for validation in every area of my life growing up, so it is not only easy but comfortable for me to lean back into that disposition.
I felt instant relief after realizing that I am already covered and taken care of and don’t need the validation from any outside source to confirm what God already promised in His word.
Every day, I get a deeper understanding of what it means to yield to His voice and His correction, repent when needed, and do better from now on.
