Using the definition for god - one that is worshiped, idealized,or followed. When we take a close look at ourselves, examine what we are about, and what is truly important to us we may be surprised at the answer.
First look at how we spend our time, how much time is spend watching tv, movies, playing video games or on the computer, what about reading books, magazines, taking naps, exercising, hobbies, sports, parties, the mall or just shopping, playing golf, etc. Now compare that to how much time is spent praying, studying the Bible, attending/involvement in church or related activities, helping others just because they need it, volunteering just to express love/concern for people while doing so not for anything other than your spirit directs you to and just taking time to build personal relationships with others so they know they are important.
What about your finances, when you review where was your money spent, how much for basic life necessities, then what about cable/sat tv, cell phone, newspaper, DVDs, Internet svc, entertainment, vacation getaways, eating out, new car payment, keeping up with Jones house payment, boat, credit card interest, clothing to be in style, etc and saving/investments for whatever. Compare that to how much do you give to church, non-profit ministries/organizations that help others, donate to college scholarships programs,(not to name a building) or just help someone with a need.
How much mirror time, picking clothes, shoes, fixing hair, and hopefully only for the ladies doing nails, coordinating of outfit with handbag, jewelry/ear rings and lip stick. (ie it's all about me)
Ever notice when someone says I just don't have time, what they usually mean is that is being talked about just isn't that important to them. (We make time for the things that do really matter to us.)
Now review to see who you worship, idolize and follow, and hopefully the answer does not reflect that you are first and follow what seems right in your own eyes. The real God is not yours if He is not First.
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