Identifying the Idol Structures of the Heart

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Materialism idolatry: "Life only has meaning / I only have worth if-I have a certain level of wealth, financial freedom, and very nice possessions."

Religion idolatry: "Life only has meaning / I only have worth if-I am adhering to my religion's moral codes and accomplished in its' activities."

Individual person idolatry: "Life only has meaning / I only have worth if-this one person is in my life and happy there and/or happy with me.

Irreligion idolatry: "Life only has meaning / I only have worth if-I feel I am totally independent of organized religion and with a self- made morality."

Racial/cultural idolatry: "Life only has meaning / I only have worth if-my race and culture is ascendant and recognized as superior."

Inner ring idolatry: "Life only has meaning / I only have worth if-a particular social grouping or professional grouping or other group lets me in."

Ideology idolatry: "Life only has meaning / I only have worth if-my political or social cause or party is making progress and ascending in influence or power."

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