Idolatry

I awoke with an unsettling question - Has my heart been occupied with something else, more than with God?
Have my affections been set on the things of earth, instead of the things of heaven?
Charles Spurgeon wrote it best,  "A jealous God will not be content with a divided heart; He must be loved first and best. He will withdraw the sunshine of His presence from a cold, wandering heart."


I do not want a cold or even lukewarm heart. I want a heart fired up for God. But how? Is praying enough? Is reading the Bible enough? Is going to church enough? I must say not. My heart is constantly yearning for something greater than these, something I have yet to find. Perhaps it's about time to get involved in a ministry... if only I could be more committed. I pray that God will help me walk the walk and talk the talk. May He lead me to the right path. May He pave the way for me and grant me direction.

"Amos’s audience felt invincible (having won military victories) and immune (having God on their side). The entire book of Amos aimed to cure them of this delusion. Did they think they had accomplished success all by themselves? Did they think God didn’t see their idolatry and other sins? This should prompt us to ask ourselves if we’re putting our faith in anything other than God—perhaps our own abilities, resources, or plans. If so, the prophet’s wake-up call is aimed at us, too!"
http://www.todayintheword.com/ 8/22/11