However, the danger begins when images cease to become a medium and become an object of worship (Masse 34). For example, the crucifix was created to facilitate meditation and prayer, but is now considered superstitious and sacred (Barclay 20). That said, superstition itself is a form of idolatry, granting other gods or spirits power in people's lives (Schlessinger and Vogel 37). Images such as the crucifix or the rosary, made for worship, essentially seek to make the invisible god visible (Massee 30). However, as stated in Mark 12:30, the Lord instead desires His people to love Him with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength (King James Version). God is a jealous God and does not desire to be seen, but to be worshiped in the Spirit with faith and
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