1 Corinthians 8:5-6, Idolatry – gods many

1 Corinthians 8:5-6 For though there be that are called gods, whether in heaven or in earth, (as there be gods many, and lords many,) But to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him.

Why does man pray to these idols? So that they may find help that is beyond themselves to advance their situation in life. Man make many gods to help them through life. The Egyptians have a god for each day of the year. Often, their faith in these gods provided them an avenue to satisfy their covetous nature. There are those who seek these gods for protection. One elderly said to me that her gods has help her to bring up her family all these years. How could she forsake them for Jesus Christ?

I explained that the God of heaven, it is our Heavenly Father that has sustained the family and His exact representation is Jesus Christ, the Son of God. He is the Creator and Sustainer of all things. Her husband has come to faith. She has seen the peace in her husband since he came to trust in Jesus Christ.

May God be gracious to open the heart of this lady and others to receive Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour. Amen.