We live in a world where being sexually pure is cause for ridicule.

We live in a world where one can be arrested for killing a sea turtle but given tax dollars to pay for aborting a human baby.

We live in a world where a man confused about his sexuality is not only considered headline news, but is called a hero.

We live in a world where rampant sexuality is the essence of popular entertainment yet many wonder at the high rates of out-of-wedlock pregnancies, rapes, STDs and divorce.

We live in a world where athletes make millions and teachers go wanting.

We live in a world where the religion of our most fanatical enemies is taught as a class in our schools, but where any mention of the Bible is suspect or disallowed altogether.

We live in a world where the young and inexperienced are touted as role models while those wizened with age and experience are mocked as out-of-touch.

We live in a world where seasoned career criminals have more support and protection than their victims.

We live in a world where people believe that filth and profanity are the stuff of good comedy.

We live in a world where people who’ve made their living as actors are considered good sources of political advice.

We live in a world where lawmakers believe more laws will control those who are already lawless.

We live in a world that complains of unemployment, but then ties the hands of those gifted with the ability to build businesses that could employ many.

We live in a world where parents are afraid of not being popular with their children.

We live in a world with millions of orphans, but disallows those who would love them.

We live in a world, however, where Jesus said, “In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world”, John 16:33.