Week 5 Power as an Idol

Week 5 Power as an Idol
This week we will be talking about Power as an Idol. This is another one of those good things, that taken too far (to become the ultimate thing) can be an idol.
What are some synonyms for Power?
Control, Pride, In-charge, Command.
How do people demonstrate their power?
What are some symbols of Power? Air Force One
1981 Alexander Haig – After the assassination attempt on Reagan, V.P. George Bush was not around and Al was in the White House, so he told reporters, “ I am in control here”.
Richard will be preaching on this using Nebuchadnezzar, so I thought we would look at a different passage this morning.
1 Samuel 13:8-14 Saul
Saul decided to take charge and make the burnt offering sacrifice.
What do you think motivated him to do this?
What were the consequences of Saul’s actions?

What is the opposite of Power – Humility, Weakness, ….
One other scripture on Power:
Luke 22:24-27
How does Jesus describe the kings of the Gentiles?
Jesus – the most powerful – is the one who serves the most.
What could you look for to find out if someone held Power in the position of an Idol?
Can an everyday person (like us) elevate the desire for power above our desire to know God?
What would that look like?
How can we avoid it?