How can we uphold righteousness when "the foundations are destroyed" in society today? Psalm 11:3 – The Question We All Feel “If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?” (Psalm 11:3) Seeing the Crumbling Foundations Around Us • Widespread moral confusion (Isaiah 5:20) • Erosion of truth in media, education, and law (2 Timothy 3:1-5) • Increasing hostility toward biblical convictions (John 15:18-19) Remember Who Remains Unshaken • “The LORD is in His holy temple; the LORD is on His heavenly throne” (Psalm 11:4). • God’s sovereignty steadies our hearts when culture tilts. • Because He reigns, righteousness is never futile (1 Corinthians 15:58). Anchor Your Life to the Word • Daily intake: read, meditate, memorize (Psalm 1:2-3). • Whole-hearted obedience: “Be doers of the word” (James 1:22). • Test every cultural claim against Scripture’s plumb line (Acts 17:11). Pursue Personal Holiness • Flee tempting environments (2 Timothy 2:22). • Practice repentance quickly and frequently (1 John 1:9). • Cultivate the fruit of the Spirit—righteousness attracts in dark times (Galatians 5:22-23). Stand Courageously in Public • Speak truth “in love” yet without compromise (Ephesians 4:15). • Defend the unborn, the oppressed, the voiceless (Proverbs 24:11-12). • Refuse participation in ungodly agendas, even when costly (Daniel 3:16-18). Strengthen the Local Church • Gather faithfully (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Encourage mutual accountability—iron sharpening iron (Proverbs 27:17). • Equip the next generation with sound doctrine (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). Live as Salt and Light • Influence everyday spheres—home, workplace, neighborhood (Matthew 5:13-16). • Model marriages that mirror Christ and the church (Ephesians 5:22-33). • Practice generous hospitality that showcases the gospel (1 Peter 4:9-10). Engage Culture Through Prayerful Action • Intercede for leaders and authorities (1 Timothy 2:1-2). • Vote and advocate for policies that honor God’s standards (Proverbs 14:34). • Support ministries meeting physical and spiritual needs (Isaiah 58:6-7). Cling to Future Hope • “We are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells” (2 Peter 3:13). • Christ’s return motivates steadfastness, not withdrawal (Titus 2:11-13). • Present suffering is temporary; eternal glory is certain (Romans 8:18). Practical Takeaways This Week • Set aside an extra 15 minutes daily for Scripture and prayer. • Identify one compromise to eliminate and one virtue to pursue. • Encourage a fellow believer who feels disheartened by cultural decay. • Speak a gracious, truth-filled word in a public setting—online or in person. When foundations crumble, the righteous still stand—because the LORD, our sure cornerstone, never moves. |
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