Materialism as idolatry, and what it has done to society

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3. Elijah and the injustice against Naboth, and justice today
4. Elijah at Kerith and Zarephath: loyalty in famine
5. Materialism as idolatry, and what it has done to society
6. Avoiding cults, extremism and radicalisation
7. The remnant and Elisha: ordinary loyalty after Horeb
8. Promoting justice at home, school and in the community