America Has Gone Crazy! Rom. 1:20-25

21 because, although (1) they knew God, 20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although (1) they knew God,

20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although (1) they knew God, (2) they did not glorify Him as God,

20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although (1) they knew God, (2) they did not glorify Him as God, (3) nor were thankful,

20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although (1) they knew God, (2) they did not glorify Him as God, (3) nor were thankful, (4) but became futile in their thoughts,

20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although (1) they knew God, (2) they did not glorify Him as God, (3) nor were thankful, (4) but became futile in their thoughts, and (5) their foolish hearts were darkened.

22 (6) Professing to be wise, they became fools, 20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although (1) they knew God, (2) they did not glorify Him as God, (3) nor were thankful, (4) but became futile in their thoughts, and (5) their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 (6) Professing to be wise, they became fools,

22 (6) Professing to be wise, they became fools, 20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although (1) they knew God, (2) they did not glorify Him as God, (3) nor were thankful, (4) but became futile in their thoughts, and (5) their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 (6) Professing to be wise, they became fools, 23 and (7) changed the glory of the incorruptible God

20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although (1) they knew God, (2) they did not glorify Him as God, (3) nor were thankful, (4) but became futile in their thoughts, and (5) their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 (6) Professing to be wise, they became fools, 23 and (7) changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man—and birds and four-footed animals and creeping things. 24 Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their own bodies among themselves,

25 who (8) exchanged the truth of God for the lie,

25 who (8) exchanged the truth of God for the lie, and (9) worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Amen.

25 who (8) exchanged the truth of God for the lie, and (9) worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Amen. 26 For this reason (10) God gave them up to vile passions. For even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature. 27 Likewise also the men,

25 who (8) exchanged the truth of God for the lie, and (9) worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Amen. 26 For this reason (10) God gave them up to vile passions. For even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature. 27 Likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust for one another, men with men committing what is shameful, and receiving in themselves the penalty of their error which was due. 28 And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting . . . Rom. 1:20-28

God gave up on them, when they gave up on Him The Path Away From God They knew God (v. 21) They did not glorify Him as God (v. 21) They were not thankful (v. 21) Became futile in their thoughts (v. 21) Foolish hearts were darkened (v. 21) Professed wisdom, yet were fools (v. 22) Change His glory to that which is material (v. 23) Exchanged truth of God for a lie (v. 25) Worshiped/served creature more than Creator (25) Turned to vile passion & sexual perversion (v. 26) God gave up on them, when they gave up on Him

What’s Happened to America?

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass History of this great land

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass History of this great land There is a moral standard

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass History of this great land There is a moral standard There is an absolute moral standard!

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass History of this great land There is a moral standard There is an absolute moral standard! Results described in Judges 21:24-25

24 So the children of Israel departed from there at that time, every man to his tribe and family; they went out from there, every man to his inheritance. 25 In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes. Judges 21:24-25

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience The conscience’s impact on behavior

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience The conscience’s impact on behavior Ability to blush -- Jer. 6:15

15 "Were they ashamed when they had committed abomination. No 15 "Were they ashamed when they had committed abomination? No! They were not at all ashamed; Nor did they know how to blush. Therefore they shall fall among those who fall; At the time I punish them, They shall be cast down," says the LORD. Jeremiah 6:15

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience The conscience’s impact on behavior Ability to blush -- Jer. 6:15 Removal of guilt -- 1 Tim. 4:1-2

1 Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons, 2 speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their own conscience seared with a hot iron, 1 Timothy 4:1-2

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience The conscience’s impact on behavior Ability to blush -- Jer. 6:15 Removal of guilt -- 1 Tim. 4:1-2 The righteous say, “Why?” --- Ungodly say, “Why not?”

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience The conscience’s impact on behavior Ability to blush -- Jer. 6:15 Removal of guilt -- 1 Tim. 4:1-2 The righteous say, “Why?” --- Ungodly say, “Why not?” Jezebel’s brazen rebellion toward God

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience The conscience’s impact on behavior Ability to blush -- Jer. 6:15 Removal of guilt -- 1 Tim. 4:1-2 The righteous say, “Why?” --- Ungodly say, “Why not?” Jezebel’s brazen rebellion toward God Develops animalistic attitude of immediate satisfaction

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience Lost its moral consequence

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience Lost its moral consequence “Fear of God is the beginning of . . .” Prov. 1:7; 9:10

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience Lost its moral consequence “Fear of God is the beginning of . . .” Prov. 1:7; 9:10 When there is a loss of view of punishment – Ecc. 8:11

11 Because the sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil. Ecc. 8:11

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience Lost its moral consequence “Fear of God is the beginning of . . .” Prov. 1:7; 9:10 When there is a loss of view of punishment – Ecc. 8:11 There is evil in this land – Rom. 3:10-18

10 There is none righteous, No, not one; 11 There is none who understands; there is none who seeks after God. 12 They have all turned aside; they have together become unprofitable; there is none who does good, No, not one. 13 Throat is an open tomb; with their tongues they have practiced deceit; the poison of asps is under their lips; 14 Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness. 15 Their feet are swift to shed blood; 16 Destruction and misery are in their ways; 17 And the way of peace they have not known. 18 There is no fear of God before their eyes. Rom. 1:10-18

What’s Happened to America? Lost its moral compass Lost its moral conscience Lost its moral consequence “Fear of God is the beginning of . . .” Prov. 1:7; 9:10 When there is a loss of view of punishment – Ecc. 8:11 There is evil in this land – Rom. 3:10-18 Sin always has consequences

Godliness is America’s Only Hope

Godliness is America’s Only Hope Believe in Him John 3:16

Godliness is America’s Only Hope Believe in Him John 3:16 Repent—decide to obey Acts 17:30

Godliness is America’s Only Hope Believe in Him John 3:16 Repent—decide to obey Acts 17:30 Confess Christ Rom. 10:9

Godliness is America’s Only Hope Believe in Him John 3:16 Repent—decide to obey Acts 17:30 Confess Christ Rom. 10:9 Baptized to be saved Acts 22:16

Godliness is America’s Only Hope Added to His kingdom, His church Believe in Him John 3:16 Repent—decide to obey Acts 17:30 Confess Christ Rom. 10:9 Baptized to be saved Acts 22:16 Added to His kingdom, His church

Godliness is America’s Only Hope Added to His kingdom, His church Believe in Him John 3:16 Repent—decide to obey Acts 17:30 Confess Christ Rom. 10:9 Baptized to be saved Acts 22:16 Added to His kingdom, His church Be faithful until death Rev. 2:10