March 27
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PSALM 135
15 The idols of the nations are silver and gold,
the work of human hands.
16 They have mouths, but do not speak;
they have eyes, but do not see;
17 they have ears, but do not hear,
nor is there any breath in their mouths.
18 Those who make them become like them,
so do all who trust in them.
19 O house of Israel, bless the LORD!
O house of Aaron, bless the LORD!
20 O house of Levi, bless the LORD!
You who fear the LORD, bless the LORD!
21 Blessed be the LORD from Zion,
he who dwells in Jerusalem! Praise the LORD!
– Psalm 135:15-21
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PSALM 135 IDOL MAKERS BECOME LIKE WHAT THEY MAKE
A poem inspired by this psalm by ILMA
You will detest idol makers and idols if you love the Lord your God
He deserves complete loyalty; he is jealous but also steadfast in his love
What is man that he creates something that will draw him away from the Lord?
Those who make idols become obsessed with it and turn to something they make.
When man distracts himself from serving the Lord alone by creating an idol
Whether it is made out of gold or silver or a longing for power and reputation
Humans become consumed by such things or desires which gives birth to sin
Without realizing it, they turn away from God and follow their whims.
Therefore, you people, fear the Lord your God for he is the only true God
Get rid of idols and smash all things that takes your time away from the Lord
Examine your hearts that you may know when you are enticed by your desires
There is only one longing you must yearn for; to love and serve your Master.
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REFLECTION
• What are some of the modern-day idols that creep so subtly in our lives?