Gods At War: Defeating The Idols That Battle For Your Heart

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In the book “Gods at War: Defeating the Idols that Battle for your heart” author Kyle Idleman, said that it is possible that in our need to live our dreams and goals, conversely, is was possible we worship the idols that battle for our heart.” Furthermore, his insight unveils idols, that question our stance to the inner core. Therefore, these unseen’s things are food, sex, entertainment, money, success, achievement, romances, family and Subsequently, we could be the leading cause of these issues. Consequently, the best way keeps the gods from taking control over our lives is putting God first. However, seek first God's Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well. Thus, seek ye first the reign of God and

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