How can you "stand up for me" against wickedness in today's world? Psalm 94:16 – A Call to Action “Who will rise up for me against the wicked? Who will stand for me against the workers of iniquity?” God is looking for people who refuse to remain passive while evil advances. Seeing Wickedness Around Us • Moral relativism labeling sin as preference • Entertainment normalizing impurity and violence • Exploitation of the vulnerable through abortion, trafficking, and corruption • Increasing hostility toward biblical convictions Standing on an Unshakable Foundation • God judges wickedness in His perfect timing (Psalm 94:22) • Scripture defines good and evil without error (Psalm 119:89) • Christ has already conquered sin and death (Colossians 2:15) Armoring Up for Spiritual Battle “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes.” (Ephesians 6:10-11) • Belt of truth – Scripture saturates the mind • Breastplate of righteousness – obedience guards the heart • Footwear of the gospel – readiness to advance good news • Shield of faith – trust extinguishes lies • Helmet of salvation – assurance protects thoughts • Sword of the Spirit – spoken Word cuts through falsehood • Prayer – continual dependence on God Practical Ways to Take a Stand • Speak biblical truth with grace in daily conversations (1 Peter 3:15) • Reject sinful entertainment and business practices (Proverbs 25:26) • Defend the unborn, poor, and persecuted (Isaiah 1:17) • Model purity, integrity, and servant leadership (Matthew 5:16) • Intercede for those in darkness (1 Timothy 2:1-4) • Support righteous legislation and hold leaders accountable (Romans 13:1-4) • Stay connected to a church that equips and encourages (Hebrews 10:24-25) Resisting Evil Without Bitterness “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” (Romans 12:21) • Bless those who insult (1 Peter 3:9) • Forgive as Christ forgave (Ephesians 4:32) • Leave vengeance to God (Psalm 94:23) Strengthening One Another • Share testimonies of God’s faithfulness • Bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2) • Restore the fallen gently (Galatians 6:1) • Celebrate every victory of light over darkness Hope That Fuels Courage “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” (James 4:7) Every act of obedience answers Psalm 94:16, pushes back darkness, and points to Christ’s guaranteed triumph. |
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