The Almighty as an Idol: The Tragedy of the Religious

The Almighty as an Idol: The Tragedy of the Religious: Many of us are religious because we believe it is the best insurance policy and will guarantee a relatively easy life with not too many bumps along the way. To achieve this goal we make a deal with the Almighty: I will observe Your commandments, and You will do what I want You to do for me. We assume this is the way to avoid calamities and ensure a content and beautiful life. Instead of serving the Lord because He is God, we are attempting to manipulate God to serve us, making Him our servant. It is nothing less than idol worship.