The god of Pleasure

The gods of pleasure often begin as good gifts from the Lord God--food, entertainment, sex, relaxation, etc. These are good things God gave us out of his love, but too often we find ourselves living for these pleasures. They become what motivates us to get out of bed in the morning and go to work. They're what our relationships, our time, and our money often revolve around.

Without even realizing it, we find that we're worshiping the gods of pleasure instead of the God who has given us such gifts. Instead of having a throne in our hearts where God reigns, we often have a loveseat, where God is expected to share the space with something--or someone--else.

The gods of pleasure are a cheap imitation for what the Lord God has for us. They are at war within us, taking everything and giving nothing.

Psalm 37:4 "Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart."