When Nations Fall (Part 2)

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Scripture Reading: Psalm 121

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When Nations Fall

(Part 2)

Intro.

1. What are the righteous to do when nations collapse? Psalm 11:3

2. The wicked seek shelter from the destruction of God’s judgments where none can be found:

a. Samaria, Hosea 10:7-8; Israel, Isa. 2:19-21; Rome, Rev. 6:12-17.

b. Nations use diplomacy, alliances, military might, money, etc. to strengthen national security and objectives. All these protections fail the wicked nation, Psalm 33:10-17.

3. The righteous fear God, hope in His mercy, and wait on Him, Psalm 33:18-22.

I. WHAT CAN THE RIGHTEOUS DO WHEN NATIONS FALL? Psalm 11

A. Keep Trusting God, 11:1 (18:3); Psalm 62:1-2, 8, 9-12.

1. Lord knows our situation and will not leave us, Rev. 6:9-11; Heb. 13:5-6.

2. God’s earnest assurances in Christ, Rom. 8:31-39 (our faith).

3. Pray and praise, Psalm 61:1-2 (3-8).

B. Be Strong in the Lord, 11:2.

1. Satan tempts us to sin in moments of doubt, crisis, and chaos, Eph. 6:10-17; 1 Cor. 16:13.

2. Bear the fruit of the Spirit, not works of flesh, Gal. 5:19-26.

C. Submit Reverently to God, 11:4.

1. The Lord has not abdicated His rule of heaven and earth.

2. Keep silent before Him, Hab. 2:20 (Septuagint): “Let all the earth fear before him,” Zeph. 1:7; Psalm 76:7-9; 46:10.

D. Be Ready for God’s Judgment, 11:5-7.

1. The Lord’s truth and justice prevails, 11:5.

2. Punishment and reward dispensed properly, 11:6-7.

3. cf. Judgment against Jerusalem, Luke 17:23-37.

II. SAINTS REMAIN LOYAL TO THE LORD DURING PERIODS OF NATIONAL DECLINE.

A. Satan is Behind the Nations that Refuse God, Rev. 13:1-2.

1. Saints persevere / prevail thru faith in Christ, Rev. 12:10-12.

2. Know our enemy and be strong in the Lord, Eph. 6:10-13.

B. Our Citizenship is in Heaven, Phil. 3:20.

1. Do not be distracted by earthly citizenship.

2. Render to Caesar and be loyal to God, Matt. 22:21.

3. Pray for leaders, 1 Tim. 2:1-4.

4. Worship and serve the Lord, Heb. 12:28.

C. Saints Continue to be Salt and Light, Matt. 5:13-16; 1 Pet. 2:11-12

1. God pledged to Abraham He would not destroy Sodom if He found 10 righteous people there, but He didn’t (Gen. 18:32).

2. God’s longsuffering toward this nation is our salvation if sinners will repent, 2 Pet. 3:15, 9.

Conclusion

1. Psalm 11:3: Courageous faith is necessary in the face of national turmoil and upheaval:

a. Trust in the Lord, 11:1.

b. Be strong in Him, 11:2.

c. God remains enthroned; Submit to Him, 11:4.

d. God sees and examines the good and the evil, 11:4-5.

e. With justice, God punishes the wicked and blesses the righteous, 11:6-7.

2. Put your treasures in heaven, not the earth, Matt. 6:19-21.
3. Our help, protection, and salvation are in the Lord, Psalm 121.

By: Joe R. Price

Posted August 17, 2021

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