Walking with the Idol of Independence

Apr 9, 2025    Stanton Petersen

Imagine with me: you’re hiking through life, map in hand, confident you know the way. "I’ve got this," you tell yourself. "I don’t need help." But suddenly, the trail disappears, and you’re lost. That’s what chasing the idol of independence feels like. It’s that voice saying, "You’re fine on your own," until you’re not. Today, let’s unpack how going solo can lead us astray—and how we can find our way back to walking WITH God.