14:3-8 Replacing God with Idols Have you erected personal idols that brought you suffering? Idol worship can lead to family breakdowns and emotional scars. Ned, whose son has sensory issues, became loud and angry when he found teeth marks on his new desk chair. Ned’s son, who already felt bad about damaging his dad’s new chair, was also overwhelmed by the commotion of his dad’s angry reaction. Later in prayer the Lord asked Ned what he valued more: perfect furniture or his son, who needed his patience. God values people over things. Be aware of what you value, and don’t let anything become more valuable to you than God or the things he values.