Martin Luther said our hearts are an idol factor, constantly exchanging one idol for another. And Peacemaker Ministries helps us discern what they are by asking ourselves these questions: "What is it that is consuming you? What is the thing that you're convinced will make you happy? What is it you are looking for to bring you the security you crave? Look deep within yourself, spend some time on your knees, and ask Christ to reveal those people, places or things you love, fear, or trust more than Him."
This picture reminds me of how all the children of God are made in His image but our hearts are different because we struggle with different idols. Maybe this is part of the reason Paul calls us to bear with and to encourage one anther?! Struggling with the same sin just in different ways.
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