For 43 years they experienced peace and prosperity. But, the result was the same. And then the long list begins of their bowing down to one lump of clay after another. As a result of their attitude toward prosperity, God rightfully informed them that He will no longer save them. They could go and whine to the fake forms they bowed down and worshipped.
Prosperity can be a real snare.
The glitter in our eyes can easily turn the warmth in our hearts stone cold. We can still talk like a Christian, smell like a Christian, even act like a Christian. But inside, our hearts have grown complacent and indifferent to God and our worship of Him. Our minds are focused on accumulating earthly things rather than spiritual truths. There are two ways to prosper.