Psalm 73:4-12 For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm. (5) They are not in trouble as other men; neither are they plagued like other men. (6) Therefore pride compasseth them about as a chain; violence covereth them as a garment. (7) Their eyes stand out with fatness: they have more than heart could wish. (8) They are corrupt, and speak wickedly concerning oppression: they speak loftily. (9) They set their mouth against the heavens, and their tongue walketh through the earth. (10) Therefore his people return hither: and waters of a full cup are wrung out to them. (11) And they say, How doth God know? and is there knowledge in the most High? (12) Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase in riches.
Since I came to Christ in 1980, I am able to say that these verses in Psalm 73 could have been written today! I have seen ever-increasing hatred for the Most High God, an occurrence that seems to permeate every corner of society. Blaspheming and mocking what is good is more prevalent today than ever before, infiltrating our media, conversations, and even the very fabric of culture. The unbelieving world may not say it verbatim, but their actions speak for them loud and clear. They make fun of anything and anyone who is holy and righteous, ridiculing values that once were held in high esteem. It’s as if they receive joy in this mockery, reveling in a distorted sense of freedom that dismisses anything that is sacred. However, God does know what they are doing, and He does see everything; His justice is not blind, and He remains steadfast for those who seek Him amidst the chaos. In times like these, it is crucial for believers to stand firm in their faith, understanding that while the world may scoff, the truth of God’s word remains unshakeable and eternal.
Proverbs 15:3 The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good.
Those responsible for the taking of innocent blood don’t believe that God sees their actions; they could care less. In their minds, the consequences of their deeds seem distant and irrelevant, overshadowed by a pursuit of power or personal gain. What Christians see as evil, the world sees as good or progressive, and vice versa. This tragic reversal of values creates moral confusion where society champions ideas that contradict fundamental principles of Christianity: compassion, mercy, justice, and love. As the lines between right and wrong blur even more, it becomes increasingly challenging for individuals to discern truth from falsehood in a chaotic landscape of conflicting beliefs.
Isaiah 5:20 Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!
Christianity is now being censored in many countries, a trend that raises significant concerns about religious freedom worldwide. It doesn’t come as a surprise now that England is 55% Muslim, which illustrates a dramatic shift in the religious landscape of the nation. This transformation has led to an environment where we see Jews and Christians being silenced and persecuted, often under the guise of political correctness or social harmony. The country that once proudly produced preachers like George Whitfield and Charles Spurgeon, who fervently preached the gospel and spread Christian values, is now falling prey to the influences of Islam and the constriction of rival religious expressions. The rise of anti-Semitism is not just confined to one or two countries but can be found in most every country in the world, as hatred toward Jews festers, leading to violent acts and discrimination against those of different faiths. This global issue is compounded by the increasing reluctance of governments to address these problems, leaving religious minorities vulnerable and without the protection they desperately need. The enemy does not attack religions that are not of the One Most High, Judaism and Christianity. The enemy attacks only what God loves.
We are living in a time where anything that is good is going to be removed and replace with total evil. Once the Church is removed at the Rapture, we can be sure that the devil will have his way. In the end, the devil won’t win because the King of Kings and Lord of Lords will come to destroy those who hate His Name.
Look up, reader! Christ is coming for His Church, His Bride! You do not want to be left behind to experience the worst time in history. All you have to do is read a history book about the worst persecutions and devastations ever to occur on earth. They will pale in comparison to the Tribulation; you don’t want to go through that. If you want to know how to be born again, please follow this link and the Scriptures will walk you through what you must do.
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