When we do not adore God, we adore something else. Money and power are…

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When we do not adore God, we adore something else. Money and power are false idols which often take the place of God. ✨ Pope Francis (2015). The Spirit of St Francis: Inspiring Words on Faith, Love and Creation, p.108, SPCK
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When we do not adore God, we adore something else. Money and power are false idols which often take the place of God. ✨ Pope Francis (2015). The Spirit of St Francis: Inspiring Words on Faith, Love and Creation, p.108, SPCK

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