As the old saying goes, “From evildoers come evil deeds.”
1 Samuel 24:13, NIV

We’re living in a world of evildoers and evil deeds, and it’s very difficult to navigate the times. Though we live in a fallen world, we must keep ourselves both holy and happy in the Lord. That’s not a new challenge. In Revelation 2, the church of Pergamos was surrounded by evil, for Pergamos was a place where Satan dwelled. Yet the church held fast to the Name of Christ.

According to 1 John 5:19, we are children of God living in a world controlled by the evil one. We need to remember that Jesus has overcome the world. He will help us maintain purity and poise in times like these. Sometimes we think no one notices our efforts and trials, but God does. He makes us “more than conquerors” (Romans 8:37), always leading us in triumph (2 Corinthians 2:14) and giving us the victory (1 Corinthians 15:57).

Pray today for God’s guidance in navigating the sinful culture of the world around us. And claim the victory today. God will strengthen you for victory over an evil world.

He loved me ‘ere I knew Him and all my love is due Him. He plunged me to victory beneath the cleansing flood.
E. M. Bartlett