The Punishing Plagues of Putting People on Pedestals
Erik Guzman August 6th, 2007
When we worship at the altar of another human being, we chain ourselves (and our idol) to unattainable expectations that destroy our freedom to risk, think, feel, and be who God created us to be. Wars have been fought, churches have been divided and damaged, and Christians have been manipulated, bound, and hurt, all because we worshiped at some imperfect person's pedestal.
Join Steve Brown for a look at the plagues of Irresponsibility and Disservice that result from deifying authority figures in our families and churches. Listen to the Scandalous Freedom Podcast #15 by clicking the "play" button or "Play in Popup." Get future shows delivered free by clicking the "Subscribe!" button in the header of this page.
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