“Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.” Romans 12:21
We live in a world that often feels upside down—where evil seems to prosper and morality is tossed aside in pursuit of money, fame, and power. People harm others without remorse: fraud, violence, corruption, even the trafficking of human lives for material gain. These heartbreaking realities remind us that the world is indeed “a crazy world.”
But the chaos of the world is a reflection of its fallen nature. The Bible makes it clear that those who are of the world will act according to the world’s standards:
“For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not of the Father, but is of the world.” —1 John 2:16
However, those who are born of the Spirit live differently. “Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God.” —1 John 3:9
This does not mean believers never stumble, but rather that their nature is no longer ruled by sin—they are transformed by God’s Spirit and called to reflect His character in the world. While darkness increases, the calling of the believer remains the same: to be salt and light, to represent Christ, and to overcome evil with good.
As ambassadors of Christ, we are not here to mirror the anger, bitterness, or selfishness around us. Instead, we are here to heal, restore, and point hearts back to the love of God. Even when the world does not change, our assignment does not change. “If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.” —Romans 12:18 “Now then we are ambassadors for Christ…” —2 Corinthians 5:20. No matter how dark the world becomes, we carry the light of Christ. And this light is not overcome by darkness—it shines even brighter.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for calling me out of the darkness of this world and into Your marvelous light. In a world filled with evil, help me not to be discouraged or afraid. Strengthen me to reflect Your love, Your peace, and Your righteousness in every place You send me. Make me an ambassador of hope. Teach me to overcome evil with good, and to be a vessel of transformation to those around me. Let my life speak of Your mercy and truth, and may my actions draw hearts back to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Supporting Scriptures
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Matthew 5:14–16
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Galatians 5:22–23
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1 Peter 2:9
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John 1:5
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Micah 6:8
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24 June, 2025
Overcoming a Crazy World
“Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.” Romans 12:21
We live in a world that often feels upside down—where evil seems to prosper and morality is tossed aside in pursuit of money, fame, and power. People harm others without remorse: fraud, violence, corruption, even the trafficking of human lives for material gain. These heartbreaking realities remind us that the world is indeed “a crazy world.”
But the chaos of the world is a reflection of its fallen nature. The Bible makes it clear that those who are of the world will act according to the world’s standards:
“For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not of the Father, but is of the world.” —1 John 2:16
However, those who are born of the Spirit live differently. “Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God.” —1 John 3:9
This does not mean believers never stumble, but rather that their nature is no longer ruled by sin—they are transformed by God’s Spirit and called to reflect His character in the world. While darkness increases, the calling of the believer remains the same: to be salt and light, to represent Christ, and to overcome evil with good.
As ambassadors of Christ, we are not here to mirror the anger, bitterness, or selfishness around us. Instead, we are here to heal, restore, and point hearts back to the love of God. Even when the world does not change, our assignment does not change. “If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.” —Romans 12:18 “Now then we are ambassadors for Christ…” —2 Corinthians 5:20. No matter how dark the world becomes, we carry the light of Christ. And this light is not overcome by darkness—it shines even brighter.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank you for calling me out of the darkness of this world and into Your marvelous light. In a world filled with evil, help me not to be discouraged or afraid. Strengthen me to reflect Your love, Your peace, and Your righteousness in every place You send me. Make me an ambassador of hope. Teach me to overcome evil with good, and to be a vessel of transformation to those around me. Let my life speak of Your mercy and truth, and may my actions draw hearts back to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Supporting Scriptures
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Matthew 5:14–16
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Galatians 5:22–23
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1 Peter 2:9
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John 1:5
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Micah 6:8
