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Thanking God Without Idolizing His Gifts | Joe Rigney

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Balancing Enjoyment of Earthly Gifts with Love for God

This chapter explores the tension that exists for many Christians regarding enjoying the gifts of God while loving Him supremely. The speakers reference various authors and delve into the question of how to avoid idolizing or rejecting earthly gifts, finding insights from John Piper, Jonathan Edwards, Doug Wilson, and C.S. Lewis. They emphasize the importance of recognizing God as the source of all goods and finding joy in Him, while still appreciating and enjoying the pleasures of the world.

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