There are consequences for a nation disobeying the ONE true God and worshiping idols as pointed out in 1 Kings 11:9-43 when Solomon began his spiritual decline.

In current times, there are consequences too as pointed out in the video by Paul Harvey – If I were the Devil. The result is a culture in which people do as they please. God is evicted from the courthouse and schoolhouse. People are consumed with alcohol, drugs, and gambling. Crime is rampant in the cities. Adversaries are raised up against them and wars break out.

Rather than paying attention to the negative things of this dark world, let us keep focusing on the Light. Strength comes when momentum is shifted, burdens are lifted, and we are disciplined to put our trust in the Lord as we step ahead toward the eternal reward.

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