Hope Comes from Hearing and Doing the Word of God!

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Salvaged by God Deep Dive: Finding Hope in Troubled Times

Only 8% of recorded human history has been free from war, with an estimated billion people killed in conflicts throughout time. Yet there remains profound hope through Christ, as Luke 19:10 reminds us that "the Son of Man came to seek and save the Lost."

John MacArthur captured this truth perfectly: "The only hope for this or any other Society is to hear the word of the Lord and Obey." This transformation manifests as peace and the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22), leading believers to actively pursue what makes for peace (Romans 14:9) and strive for peace with everyone (Hebrews 12:14).

The Challenge of Modern Communication

In an era of deteriorating discourse, we face increasing challenges in basic communication and understanding. Social media has created environments where people talk past each other rather than engaging in genuine dialogue. Critical thinking is often dismissed in favor of feelings-based assertions.

This cultural shift presents unique challenges for sharing biblical truth. When someone refuses to engage with reason or acknowledge objective reality, meaningful dialogue becomes nearly impossible. Yet we must remember that while we are called to share truth, we cannot force understanding.

Right On or Way Off

"The problem of solving a problem is not a problem but when a problem solves a problem without any problem then the problem is not at all a problem." WAY OFF! While attempting to sound profound, this circular reasoning exemplifies the breakdown of clear communication.

"Satan can make man dance on the brink of hell as though they were on the verge of Heaven" RIGHT ON! This Spurgeon quote captures the deceptive nature of sin, which can feel pleasurable for a season while leading to destruction.

"Many people go around fretting that the church is in Peril but God's Church isn't in trouble - man's is" RIGHT ON! Christ promised the gates of hell would not prevail against His church. While human institutions may fail, God's true church remains secure.

Practical Application

As believers navigating an increasingly irrational culture, we must:

Ground ourselves in biblical truth
Practice discernment in choosing when and how to engage
Remember that while we plant and water, God gives the increase
Not compromise truth while showing Christ's love
Trust God's sovereignty even when circumstances seem chaotic
Keep our focus on eternal rewards rather than temporary comfort

The cultural confusion we witness today only heightens the importance of standing firm on God's sufficient Word while extending His grace to a lost world.