Join us this week as we tackle a challenging question that goes deeper than you might expect: Are you really worshiping God?

In this episode, they explore Martin Luther's definition of worship from the Large Catechism, examining what it truly means to "have a God" - defined as that which we trust, rely on, and look to for all good things. Through honest conversation, they unpack how even Christians can unknowingly worship false gods in their daily lives.

This conversation challenges listeners to examine their hearts and consider what they're truly clinging to for hope, security, and meaning. While the law reveals our tendencytoward idolatry, the gospel reminds us that Jesus alone is worthy of our complete trust and worship.

0:00 Introduction

2:30 Martin Luther's Definition from the Large Catechism

7:45 What Does It Mean to "Have a God"?

10:20 Modern Idol : Money & Possessions (Mammon)

15:35 Rich vs Poor- Both Can Worship Wealth

18:10 Modern Idol : Sports Figures & Celebrities

22:45 Derek's Sports Team Story & Personal Examples

26:00 Modern Idol: Family & Children

31:20 The Challenge of Family as Idol

34:45 Gospel Response - How God Provides

38:15 Modern Idol : Safety & Security

43:30 Parenting & The Anxious Generation

47:20 True Security Only in Jesus

50:40 Modern Idol : Science & Human Reason

54:25 Faith vs Logic - Where Does Reason End?

57:30 Wrapping Up - We All Fall Into Idolatry

59:45 Next Week Preview & Closing

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