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“God . . . in control? Are you kidding? Look around; all you see is chaos and godlessness.”
David wrote in Psalm 12:8 that “the wicked freely strut about / when what is vile is honored among men” (NIV). There certainly seems to be a lot of strutting about these days, making it difficult for some believers to live lives of godliness and causing others to doubt God’s sovereignty. But Chuck Swindoll encourages us to stand fast in the faith and continue to trust in the truth that our God is in control, when he provides a “Survival Strategy for Our Times” and helps us recall “Timely Reminders of Timeless Truths.”
In a world that often feels chaotic and increasingly godless, it is easy for believers to feel “out of joint” or to doubt God’s sovereignty. This two-part collection of the most impactful messages from 2009 provides a spiritual anchor. Pastor Chuck Swindoll offers a clear “survival strategy” for modern times, reminding us that even when the wicked seem to thrive, God remains in absolute control. These messages serve as a vital encouragement to stand fast in the faith and rely on truths that never change.
1. Survival Strategy for Our Times (1 Corinthians 16:13)
- Overview: Addresses the fundamental spiritual unease that many experience in a shifting culture. Chuck provides four specific commands for survival: be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, and be strong.
- Key Fact: Survival isn’t about hiding; it’s about a proactive, courageous stance rooted in the strength and love of Christ.
- Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13 – “Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.”
2. Timely Reminders of Timeless Truths (Selected Scriptures)
- Overview: A survey of the foundational biblical truths that provide stability during uncertain times. This message acts as a “spiritual reset,” bringing our focus back to God’s character and His promises.
- Key Fact: When what is “vile” is honored in society, the believer’s best defense is to return to the timeless Word of God.
- Scripture: Psalm 12:8 (NIV) – “The wicked freely strut about when what is vile is honored by the human race.”
