We live in an age where the wicked seem to prosper. Ungodliness is regarded as harmless, or even as good, while righteousness is mocked and maligned. We see that in many cases, we are governed by those who have no fear of the Lord, and are often even openly at war against Him. Ours is an age of flattery, narcissism, self-love, and lies. Yet none of this is particularly new or unique. This is how things always are when God prepares to rise up and bring safety to His people. Our charge this week is to take God at His word. Christian, do you believe that God's promises are purer than silver refined seven times? Are you confident of your safety in Him? Do you understand that He is committed to guarding your generation forever, even when you are surrounded on all sides? This is the kind of God we serve; He's done it before so you can trust Him to do it again. Rest in the comfort and in the safety He has promised, and once you are rested, labour for His glory as one who knows that nothing can harm you.
"The Three Worlds of Evangelicalism" by Aaron Renn in 'First Things' magazine.
https://www.firstthings.com/article/2022/02/the-three-worlds-of-evangelicalism
"On Controversy" by John Newton
https://www.ligonier.org/learn/articles/on-controversy#:~:text=Consider%20Your%20Opponent,the%20Lord's%20teaching%20and%20blessing.