Counterfeit Gods – Ashworth Church – West Des Moines

The Idol of Family

Elizabeth Pavey — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 18:54:17 +0000

Family is a beautiful gift from God, but when we begin placing our families equal to or above God, we lose sight of the role God intended for family to have in our lives. As we conclude our Counterfeit Gods series, we take a look at the idolization of the American family. What if the solution to the idol of family is not thinking of our families less but integrating them into the Kingdom of God with others in true community?

The Idol of Control

Elizabeth Pavey — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:30:17 +0000

From the beginning of time, humans have confused humanity’s role with God’s role. We long to be in control of every aspect of our lives — our money, our families, our health, and our futures. In this message, Pastor Amy gives permission for you to be a child. More knowledge and control won’t quiet your soul, but trust in God will.

The Idol of Technology

Elizabeth Pavey — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:40:00 +0000

Technology surrounds us. It answers our questions, makes our lives easier, entertains us, allows us to communicate across the world, and so much more. Although technology can be used for good, it can also quickly distract, depress, and control us. In this message, Pastor Brent challenges us to return technology to its proper place and lift our eyes up to the Maker of heaven and earth.

The Idol of Money

Elizabeth Pavey — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 18:27:45 +0000

Our attitude towards money and possessions matters. Does your money and stuff control you, or do you control it? Jesus never said that money was bad, but our heart posture towards it can easily turn money from a tool to be used for the Kingdom into an idol that can destroy our lives and relationships with Jesus.

The Idol of Success

Elizabeth Pavey — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 15:41:02 +0000

We’ve created a system that teaches us that we are only as good as our last successes. Where does God say our value comes from, though? Follow along as we take a look at the idols of success and achievement, learning that God cares more about who we are than what we do.

First Things First

Elizabeth Pavey — Mon, 06 Jan 2025 20:32:29 +0000

What are you living for? Your career, money, achievements, or even your family? We center our lives around countless things and relationships that often take up more of our hearts and minds than our love for Jesus. Follow along as we explore the counterfeit gods of our age in hopes that we come closer to the one, true God.