What is "idolatrous tendency" and why do we have to find out if we have it? Idolatrous tendency is anything that we look to, keep our minds on continously, aim for no matter what the cost, anything that takes the place of God in our lives. It could be wealth, a large home, the perfect job, a wife, a husband, etc. All of these things in and of itself are not bad. However it is when we have these things on our minds so much that we no longer look to the One Who can provide them for us and we end up trying to get these things on our own. That is why Solomon said "lead me in the reliable ancient path!" If we focus on the words "lead me," we allow the Holy Spirit to guide us, and when He guides us, we follow what He wants for our lives and not what we want. If this makes you a bit upset, then you might have an idol in your life, something that you are following instead of God. When we totally want what God wants for us, then we are being lead by the Holy Spirit and not by our own "idolatrous tendencies." The first two words of this verse instructs us to "see" if there are any idols in our lives. If you ask God to reveal anything that you are replacing Him with, He will show you and He will lead you onto the right path.
Take Away: Ask God to show you if you have idols in your life, and if He shows you, allow Him to lead you back to where He wants you...with your eyes on Him and not the idol.
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