Father John LoCoco joins Patrick to discuss Modern Idols
- What is an idol?
- (6:41) How can we identify we are placing out trust in something other than God?
- How is materialism one of the greatest idols against God.
- (15:09) Phyllis – I’m battling modern idols right now. Feeling secure when I don’t have enough funds in my account. Money. Found myself not trusting God.
- Patty – For years I’ve been considering spending a lot of time with sacramental. I love them because they have Mother Mary and Jesus. Talked to a religious sister about it. Wondering if I’m committing idolatry.
(22:04) Break 2
- Are there other passages that talk about idolatry
- (26:12) Butch – Is playing things like board games with family members an idol if it’s done excessively…like every night? Could that be considered an idol?
- Janet – Coming to realization after 30 years of marriage that I think I idolize the outcome of my children’s lives. I’m watching some ugly journeys. Is that a form of idolatry?
- (33:28) Idolatry in relationships?
(37:16) Break 2
- How do you talk with family who are committing idolatry?
- (42:40) What is the difference between Addiction and Idolatry
- How can we put God in the center of our lives?
Resources:
- Strange Gods
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