How widespread was idol worship in ancient Israel?
Idol worship in ancient Israel was pervasive, not limited to a few. The whole nation—men and women, kings, government officials, and places of authority—engaged in worshiping false idols and pagan gods. They burned incense to these deities and sinned against the Lord, refusing to obey His voice or walk in His law.
Les explains that idol worship in ancient Israel was not limited to a few individuals but was national in scope. Men and women, kings, government people, and places of authority were all worshiping false idols and pagan gods. This widespread rebellion caused the Lord to no longer bear it, because of their evil doings and abominations. As a result, the land became a desolation, an astonishment, and a curse without an inhabitant, because they burned incense and sinned against the Lord, not obeying His voice nor walking in His law or statutes. Les also draws a parallel to America, warning that it can be identified with ancient Israel, having been founded on the Word of God but now constantly tearing down those principles.