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Don’t Follow Your Heart
Nov 22, 2023
Author and scholar of Christianity, Thaddeus Williams, joins Carl and Todd to discuss his bold book, Don't Follow Your Heart, which challenges the cultural emphasis on self-worship. They delve into the challenges faced by young Christians, the rise of self-worship in society, and the need to break free from this worldview. The hosts also recommend the book, highlighting its practical insights on breaking the ten commandments of self-worship.
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- Self-worship leads to anxiety and depression, emphasizing the need to redirect focus towards awe and reverence for God.
- Counteracting the influence of self-worship requires establishing daily routines that reinforce a biblical worldview and instill a sense of reverence for God in the family setting.
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Counteracting the Cult of Self-Worship
The podcast discusses the pervasive influence of self-worship in contemporary culture and its detrimental effects on individuals. It highlights how society encourages people to follow their own hearts and prioritize their own desires, leading to anxiety, depression, and a narrowing of perspective. The podcast emphasizes the importance of exposing the inadequacies of self-worship and redirecting focus towards awe and reverence for God. It suggests forming counter liturgies and daily habits that encourage a deeper understanding of God's sovereignty and a rejection of self-centeredness.
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