How can we seek God's help when "the godly are no more" today? A Familiar Cry Psalm 12:1: “Help, O LORD, for the godly are no more; the faithful have vanished from among men.” Bring the Burden to God - David’s first move was a direct plea: “Help, O LORD.” - Scripture consistently urges this reflex: - Psalm 34:17: “The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles.” - Matthew 7:7: “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” - Honest lament is not unbelief; it is faith refusing silence. Anchor in His Character - God’s faithfulness does not fluctuate with culture. - Psalm 46:1: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.” - Hebrews 13:8: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” - Remembering who He is steadies nerves and fuels prayer with confidence. Stand on His Promises - 2 Timothy 3:16 assures that every word of Scripture is “God-breathed”—fully reliable. - Key promises when the godly seem scarce: - Psalm 37:28: “The LORD loves justice and will not forsake His saints.” - Galatians 6:9: “Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” - Rehearsing these truths in thought and speech counters the noise of a godless age. Keep Growing in Personal Godliness - Spiritual decline around us never excuses compromise within us. - Romans 12:2 urges transformation by “the renewing of your mind.” - Philippians 2:15 calls believers to “shine as lights in the world.” - Practical steps: - Daily Scripture intake—treat God’s Word as essential nourishment. - Consistent, earnest prayer—1 Thessalonians 5:17: “Pray without ceasing.” - Active obedience—small, faithful choices accumulate into sturdy witness. Seek Out and Strengthen the Remnant - God always preserves a faithful core. Elijah thought he was alone; God had 7,000 (1 Kings 19:18). - Hebrews 10:24-25 stresses gathering, mutual encouragement, and stirring one another to love and good deeds. - Intentional community: - Worship together regularly. - Share testimonies of God’s activity. - Serve side by side; mission deepens bonds. Hold Fast to the Hope Ahead - Present darkness is temporary. - Revelation 21:3-4 promises a day with no more mourning, crying, or pain. - Hope fuels endurance and guards against cynicism. Putting It All Together - Cry out honestly. - Remember who God is. - Stand on what God says. - Live set-apart lives. - Link arms with fellow believers. - Fix eyes on the coming kingdom. The cry of Psalm 12:1 is answered as hearts keep turning to the Lord who never abandons His people, even when it feels like “the godly are no more.” |
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