An abomination is something utterly detestable to God. The Canaanites practiced horrific acts—child sacrifice, witchcraft, and divination—to seek guidance from false gods. Through Moses, God commanded Israel to avoid these practices entirely and to trust only in His revealed word. Their obedience would distinguish them as His holy people.

There is a constant battle for our hearts. Every desire, ambition, and loyalty reveals which god we serve. The Bible warns that idols are not just statues but anything that replaces God in our devotion. The question we must ask is simple—who or what truly sits on the throne of your heart?

The prophet Hosea warned Israel that their spiritual leaders had led them into idolatry and sin. Ephraim, once richly blessed, had moved the ancient landmarks of God’s truth. Both priests and rulers corrupted worship, and judgment was near. God’s boundaries are fixed—His people must not alter what He has established.