Podcasts about no other gods

We learned in our study of the "law of Moses" that the purpose of the Ten Commandments is to teach us how to love: first, to love God with all our heart, soul & might (Dt 6:5), and then to love our neighbor as ourselves (Lev 19:18). Considering these commandments as a whole, we see that the first four focus on loving God, and the final six focus on loving our neighbor. Today, we're going to look more deeply at the first two: 1) You shall have no other gods before Me (v 3); 2) You shall not make for yourself an idol (v 4). In order to understand them better, it's helpful to paraphrase verses 1-11. God's message in these verses is this: "I have already proved My love for you, My power, and My faithfulness by delivering you from Egypt and bringing you safely here. Now I'm asking you to 'marry Me,' that is, to love Me, to be loyal to Me, to treat Me respectfully, and to regularly spend time in personal fellowship with Me. I warn you, if you promise to do so and then don't, I'll react like a wounded spouse, and I'll punish you until you repent. But if you continue to love Me, be loyal to Me, show Me respect and fellowship with Me, I'll pour on you the blessings I promised generation after generation until the end of time." When we realize what God is saying in these verses, it is amazing how tender and vulnerable He was being toward Israel. Really He should never have had to say these things in the first place because if people really love Him, it would be automatic. To receive a free copy of Dr. Steve Schell's newest book Study Verse by Verse: Hebrews, email us at info@lifelessonspublishing.com and ask for your copy at no charge!  Also check out our website at lifelessonspublishing.com for additional resources for pastors and leaders. We have recorded classes and other materials offered at no charge.    

These are the 10 words. What culture has improved by dismissing them? What family is not blessed by embracing them? What church is not impoverished by relegating them to a forgotten era?The sermon today is titled "No Other Gods." This sermon is the second installment in our series "10 Commandments." The Scripture reading is from Exodus 20:1-3 (ESV). Originally preached at West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on January 12, 2025. All lessons fit under one of 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under INSTILL: Core Texts.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Peter J. Leithart, The Ten Commandments. Lexham Press Christian Essentials Series.Gilbert Meilaender, Thy Will Be Done: The Ten Commandments and the Christian Life.Mark Rooker, The Ten Commandments: Ethics for the Twenty-First Century.Tim Keller, "The Freedom of Obedience." Sermon, April 10, 1994.Tim Keller, "The Freedom of Service." Sermon, April 17, 1994.I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

There are two big questions today. They teach us about the first two of the Ten Commandments. First… Why does God tell us, “You shall have no other gods before me”? The answer is: “Because God is our only King and Lord.” Here's the second question: Why does God tell us, “You shall not make for yourself an image”? The answer is, “So we will serve God and nothing else.”

No Other Gods - Exodus 20:1-3 - Stephen Watson

Preached in 2019. For more resources for knowing and loving God's word, visit bcnewton.coResourcesThe Ten Commandments // Thomas WatsonKeeping the Ten Commandments // J. I. PackerThe Ten Commandments // Kevin DeYoungWords From the Fire // R. Albert MohlerThe Institutes of the Christian Religion // John CalvinThe Ten Commandments // Peter Leithart

“Thou shalt have no other gods before me.” (Exodus 20:3) This first commandment, written by the finger of God Himself on Mount Sinai—twice (Exodu... More...

As we go through our Ten Commandments series, Pastor Aaron starts off with the Commandments being written by order of importance. The first commandment is having no other gods. Listen in as we learn how the Ten Commandments are still for us today.

The LORD is the only God and the only One worthy to be our ultimate love and to receive our worship and praise.

The Jar Community Church

SCRIPTURE: Exodus 20:1-17   The post No Other Gods first appeared on Ang Mo Kio Methodist Church.

The first commandment is well known: “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:3).It's about putting God first. But we easily miss something else that is very important. It's connected to the word “gods.”Let's be honest. That word can make many of us uncomfortable. We know there is only one true God, the … Continue reading No other gods before me

We examine the very first commandment.

The 1st Commandment | No Other Gods - Exodus 20 // Graham Phillips by Hope City Church

This sermon was delivered by Pastor Cory Klein at New Hope Church of Oxford on May 4, 2025. The text of Scripture is Exodus 20:1-3.

In this episode of Pray the Word on Isaiah 45:5–6, David Platt challenges us to invest our lives in making our Lord known as the one true God.Explore more content from Radical.

This new series, Jesus and the ten commandments, is a conversation on how Jesus embodies – and helps us to embody – the kind of life we are built for, and the kind of life framed by the Ten Words. Bill starts with a re-framing of the Ten Words – which we mistakenly call Commandments – as more about relationship and reality than about rules and restrictions. When the Ten Words are reduced to rules restricting what we think of as our freedom, we will try and find ways to do end-runs around them – and discover that they were actually protections put in place to enable human thriving the way God intended. Because Jesus is fully aware of this, He invites us to learn our lives from Him – to follow in His way. As we do so, allowing Him to shape us by alignment with Him, we discover that we live in the center of the Ten Words naturally and without thinking about it. They have become part of what it means for us to be human. By Bill Dogterom

What upsets you? What really makes your blood boil? We'd like to think it's injustice, or sin or the oppression of the weak….but usually, when we're honest…what bothers us most is whenever we're inconvenienced. Whenever something doesn't work out, I get overlooked….or something is just uncomfortable. The god of comfort desires our worship. He wants us to […]

This message from Pastor's sermon series concerning The Ten Commandments was delivered during our Sunday morning service on April 6, 2025. The text being expounded is Exodus 20:1-3.   To learn more about Tabernacle or access more resources, visit https://www.tabernaclebaptistchurch.com/.

During His life and ministry, Jesus made many outrageous claims. Incredible claims which were all proven true. Of everything He claimed to be, to do or know, of all the counter cultural truths he shared….none were as controversial as His claim in John 12. “I am the way, and the truth and the life.” No […]

We live in a culture that has elevated freedom, independence and self reliance to an unhealthy level. Above all, we desire to call the shots. We want to do what we choose when we choose it. We want the freedom to pursue our passions, the ability to decide for ourselves…..perhaps even to live for ourselves. […]

The wisest man who ever lived sought out to experience the “good things” in life. At the top of his list….was pleasure.  Solomon denied himself no earthly thing… And yet he always came up empty. What can we learn from the life pursuits of Solomon? What promises does the ‘god of pleasure' make that he […]

Who is it that we serve? Who do we worship? For the believer the answer sounds obvious…Jesus! Right?!!?! With our mouths we claim Christ, but what about our hearts? What consumes our thoughts? Our emotions? What are we most excited about? Most concerned about? Do our attitudes and actions prove that Christ is our greatest pursuit….or are there “idols” we are worshiping. Idols? As in small figures from far away pagan lands…yes, and no. Idols are much shinier, much more accepted, and far more common than we believe. What if idolatry isn't an issue….what if it is the issue? What if we can pursue every false thought, pursuit and decision back to idolatry? Join us for “No other gods” as we unpack the lesser gods warring for our hearts!

Deuteronomy 6:13 – 14 Gene Sherman

Today we continue in the Ten Commandments series. Pastor Jeff has covered a lot in these messages - converting, stealing, honoring parents, and making idols. The first four commandments relate to our relationship with God – and number one is probably the most important. Pastor Jeff begins a message on ‘Having No Other Gods Before Our Creator'.

Today we continue in the Ten Commandments series. Pastor Jeff has covered a lot in these messages - converting, stealing, honoring parents, and making idols. The first four commandments relate to our relationship with God – and number one is probably the most important. Pastor Jeff finishes a message on ‘Having No Other Gods Before Our Creator'.

Teacher: Adam BarnettDear children, keep yourself from idols. – 1 John 5:21Exodus 20:3 – You shall have no other gods before me. An idol is anything or anyone more important to you than God. “Idolatry is robbery and perversion. It's robbery because we take what is due to God and give it to something else. And it's perversion because we give the devotion God rightly deserves to other things.” - Erik RaymondIdols interfere with our identity. Is there anything or anyone more important to you than God? Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life. – Psalm 139:23-24 (NLT)More anything else, I love / want / need / trust / desire / fear ___________________.Don't just remove idols – replace them. Idols can kill your worship; worship can kill your idols.

What does it mean to have no other gods before God in today's world? Is this commandment still relevant for families? In this episode, Rob & Amy Rienow continue the 10 Commandments Series by exploring the First Commandment and why keeping God first is foundational for a thriving faith-filled home. Our culture subtly introduces “other gods” that compete for our devotion. What does it look like to truly prioritize God in our daily lives, schedules, and family decisions? Join us for this important conversation. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why the First Commandment is one of the most overlooked yet hardest to obey - How modern culture influences us to put other "gods" before the one true God - Practical ways to keep God first in your family and home Featured Resources: Visionary Parenting — Discover how to lead your family in faith and pass on a spiritual legacy. Get your copy here: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting Visionary Family Community — Join other families committed to multi-generational faith. Sign up here: https://visionaryfam.com/community Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events Enjoying the Podcast? We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts and prayer requests at podcast@visionaryfam.com If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your review helps more families discover the show and grow in their faith. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we explore the Second Commandment and how idolatry shows up in modern culture. How do we recognize and remove the idols that compete for our hearts? Tune in to find out.

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God warns us that we are "god makers" when we take our focus off of Him. For our own protection, he tells us to avoid making gods out of things that are destined to disappoint us. Exodus 20.

Pastor Tony teaches at the Westside Venue on the first of the Ten Commandments from Exodus 20:3. He explores how we elevate good things in our lives to ultimate importance, often at the expense of our faith. This message challenges us to examine the “gods” competing for our worship and invites us to replace them with Jesus, the only one who truly satisfies and frees us to live abundantly.Subscribe to AfterWords on  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Download a copy of the Exodus JournalVisit us online: rivchurch.comFollow us on InstagramSend us feedback: podcast@rivchurch.com

In this episode PJ and PT explore the meaning and functions of the first commandment.

2025 is the Year of the Bible! And we're kicking off a new series, “Living in Freedom,” about the ways that the Ten Commandments free us to live victoriously.  Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Ever driven on a tire that’s out of balance. Sometimes it feels like the tire is bouncing down the roadway . . . the steering wheel wabbles, your seat vibrates and you wonder if you’re losing control. But a tire store can adjust that balance and give you a smooth ride once again. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie shows us how to adjust a life that’s out of balance. If your life is wabbling and it feels a little out of control, glad you pulled in for an adjustment today from the 10 Commandments. Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever driven on a tire that’s out of balance. Sometimes it feels like the tire is bouncing down the roadway . . . the steering wheel wabbles, your seat vibrates and you wonder if you’re losing control. But a tire store can adjust that balance and give you a smooth ride once again. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie shows us how to adjust a life that’s out of balance. If your life is wabbling and it feels a little out of control, glad you pulled in for an adjustment today from the 10 Commandments. Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What time is it? No, really. What’s the exact time? How do we know what the exact time is? Maybe your clock is a few seconds different from mine. The defacto standard is International Atomic Time, a weighted average of time kept by over 400 atomic clocks in 50 laboratories worldwide. That’s the source that’s trustworthy. When it comes to right and wrong, Pastor Greg Laurie says the trustworthy standard is God’s Word. And we’ll consult that standard today on A NEW BEGINNING. Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What time is it? No, really. What’s the exact time? How do we know what the exact time is? Maybe your clock is a few seconds different from mine. The defacto standard is International Atomic Time, a weighted average of time kept by over 400 atomic clocks in 50 laboratories worldwide. That’s the source that’s trustworthy. When it comes to right and wrong, Pastor Greg Laurie says the trustworthy standard is God’s Word. And we’ll consult that standard today on A NEW BEGINNING. Listen on harvest.org --- Learn more and subscribe to Harvest updates at harvest.org A New Beginning is the daily half-hour program hosted by Greg Laurie, pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Southern California. For over 30 years, Pastor Greg and Harvest Ministries have endeavored to know God and make Him known through media and large-scale evangelism. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The purpose of our lives is the glory of God. What could be more atrocious than turning our devotion away from Him toward something He has made? Today, R.C. Sproul addresses the first of the Ten Commandments and the sin of idolatry. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/no-other-gods-before-me/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts