Idolatry Explained

Isaiah 57:5 "Inflaming yourself with idols under every green  tree, slaying the children in the valley under the clefts of the rocks."          The Jews were guilty of idolatry before the captivity; but here they are being condemned once again. Their zeal in the worship of false gods, may shame our indifference in the worship of the true God. But remember service of sin is disgraceful slavery; and those who do, therefore turn themselves to hell, and will justly have their portion there. Men incline to a religion that inflames their unholy passions. They are led to do any evil, however great or vile, "if" they think it will atone for crimes, or purchase indulgence for some favorite lust.          This explains idolatry, whether pagan, Jewish, or anti-christian. Any of those who set up anything instead of God, for their hope and confidence never will come to a right end. Those who forsake the only right way, wander in a thousand bypaths. The pleasures of sin soon tire, but never satisfy. Those who care not for the word of God and his Providences, show they have no fear of God. Sin profits nothing; it ruins and destroys.         Amen!  Reading: (Is. 57:1-12)  Ref: (HGSB) May God Bless You And Your Family Minister Robert A. Lail Sr. The Cross Life Ministry