Playlist: Covetousness as Idolatry (topic)
Covetousness
Sermonette by Martin G. CollinsCovetousness is a grave sin, equated with idolatry, as it places self-interest and material desires above God. As seen in Colossians 3:5, covetousness is identified as idolatry because it substitutes a ruthless desire for things in place of devotion to Him. When we lust after something more than we obey God, that object becomes …
Thou Shall Not Covet
Sermon by John O. ReidCovetousness is a grave sin that lies at the heart of breaking God's commandments, for it is tantamount to idolatry. When we covet wrongly, we place the idol of our desire before God's clear law, allowing our lust for what we should not have to dominate our thoughts. As the apostle Paul reveals in Romans 7:7, the law exposes …
The First Commandment: Idolatry
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughCovetousness is a profound form of idolatry, as highlighted by Paul in Colossians 3:5, where he directly equates the two. This sin stands out as uniquely significant among the Ten Commandments, with five of them addressing idolatry, including the tenth which focuses on covetousness. This pervasive sin often stems from pride and …
Deuteronomy and Idolatry
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)We are admonished to internalize the book of Deuteronomy in preparation for our future leadership roles.
The Tenth Commandment
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Coveting begins as a desire. Human nature cannot be satisfied, nothing physical can satisfy covetousness, and joy does not derive from materialism.
The Commandments (Part Nineteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughJesus taught that all outward sin stems from inner inordinate desire. What we desire or lust after automatically becomes our idol.
God's Rest (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughCoveting—lust—is a fountainhead of many other sins. Desiring things is not wrong, but desiring someone else's things promotes overtly sinful behavior.
The Consequences of Affluence
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. Collins'Affluenza' describes the bloated insensitivity caused by trying to keep up with the Joneses, the stress caused by doggedly pursuing the American Dream.
Agape: Does Not Envy
Sermon by Bill OnisickThe source of envy and covetousness is Satan the devil who coveted God's throne and proved himself as a murderer and liar from the very beginning.
What Is Always True About the World?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsTo guard against the world, we must be careful not to fall into idolatry, based upon limiting God to tangible objects or those things which occupy our thoughts.
In Search of a Clear World View (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The apostle John warns us to be vigilant about the world, not loving its attitudes, mindsets, and frame of mind. We cannot both love the world and love God.
Remaining Free
Sermon by David C. GrabbeIn the context of spiritual deliverance and the call to remain free from bondage, covetousness is identified as a form of idolatry that enslaves the heart. As described in Colossians 3:5, covetousness becomes idolatry when desire or longing for something supersedes devotion to God, making that object of desire a god that holds …
God's Rest (Part 3)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughLust begets a guilty conscience, agitation, anxiety, depression, grief, torment. Wrong desire leads to lying, adultery, and murder—eventually leading to death.
The Commandments (Part Three)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIdolatry derives from worshiping the work of our hands or thoughts rather than the true God. Whatever consumes our thoughts and behavior has become our idol.
Idolatrous Suppressors of the Truth
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWhen John talks about idols, he is going far beyond things like statues, icons, and crucifixes, but instead anything people focus on first.
Simplifying Life (Part One)
Sermon by David F. MaasWe must cleanse not only our physical spaces, but our minds, schedules, and hearts—removing distractions, negative thoughts, and emotional burdens.
Sabbathkeeping (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIt is from the proper use of the Sabbath—in fellowshipping with Him and getting to know Him—that we derive true spiritual rest and refreshment.
Lessons From Unleavened Bread
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod's life-giving, abundant way of life is the opposed of the destructive, zero-sum pattern of competition introduced by Satan and prevalent today.
Are You Missing Out On Blessings?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsOften physical prosperity works against godly character and spiritual well-being. To be rich toward God means to seek His Kingdom first, live His way, and trust Him.
Keep Yourself From Idols
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAn idol is anything in our lives that occupies the space which should be occupied by God alone, anything having a controlling force in our lives.
Stewardship of God's Temple (Part One)
Sermon by David F. MaasAfter God's calling, the human body becomes the temple of God's Spirit, a reality which obliges us to care for our bodies because they belong to God.
Hosea's Prophecy (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsHosea was ordered by God to make a symbolic marriage to a harlot. This heartbreaking marriage portrayed Israel's unfaithfulness to God in spite of His care.
Vanity (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSolomon's statement that all of life is vanity is only true if one is not privy to God's ultimate purpose for mankind. Paul describes what God is doing.
Hosea's Prophecy (Part Five)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIsrael demonstrates divided loyalties, vacillating between God and the world, veering more toward the world, resembling a panting dog or a pleasure-bent prostitute.