When our confidence shifts to worldly systems or voices, our faith weakens. But through repentance and renewed focus on Jesus, God restores us to wholehearted devotion and reminds us that He alone deserves first place in our hearts.

The Bible warns us about the dangers of idolatry, not just through images or statues, but through anything we place above our love for God—whether it's people, politics, or even social media.

Stumbling blocks are inevitable in life, whether in work, personal projects, or spiritual journeys, often requiring us to dust ourselves off and continue moving forward.

In Athens, Paul's response to idolatry challenges us to examine how modern-day idols like fame and materialism distract from true worship and sharing the truth with others.

Mute idols and noisy idols are still idols. And while the apostle Paul mentioned only the mute idols, he was well aware that humans, including church members, can get caught up following noisy idols, too.