In the Bible, we read the story of the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. God had sent two angels to rescue Lot, the nephew of Abraham. The angels appeared as men, and Lot, who was sitting at the gates of Sodom, saw the strangers coming and offered them hospitality. Though the strangers initially resisted, claiming they would rather sleep in the streets, Lot’s persistent concern eventually persuaded them to accept his offer.
"But before they lay down, the men of the city, even the men of Sodom, compassed the house round, both old and young, all the people from every quarter: And they called unto Lot, and said unto him, Where are the men which came in to thee this night? Bring them out unto us, that we may know them. And Lot went out at the door unto them, and shut the door after him, and said, I pray you, brethren, do not so wickedly." — Genesis 19:4–7
Because the angels had delayed in accepting Lot’s offer, they were noticed by the men of the city. Immorality was rampant in Sodom, and the men soon made their way to Lot’s house with the intent to gang-rape the two visitors, whom they believed to be mere humans. The Bible specifies that men "both old and young, from every quarter" came to the house, meaning this lifestyle had infected every generation of the city. Does this not sound like our society today? Immorality is spreading like a deadly virus, affecting both the young and the old.
When Lot begged them to stop, offering his daughters in a desperate attempt to protect his guests, the men of Sodom became even more aggressive.
"And they said, 'Stand back.' And they said again, 'This one fellow came in to sojourn, and he will needs be a judge: now we will deal worse with you, than with them.' And they pressed sore upon the man, even Lot, and came near to break the door." — Genesis 19:9
Those who practice evil are often the quickest to accuse those who reprove them of being "judgmental." Just like the men of Sodom, many today use the phrase "Don't judge me" as a shield for their actions. However, a person seeking to live right is not afraid of being reproved; they recognize their shortcomings and go to God in prayer for correction and victory. As the Psalmist said: "Judge me, O Lord; for I have walked in mine integrity..." (Psalm 26:1).
The men of Sodom tried to break down Lot’s door. This is a crucial point: a movement of immorality is never satisfied until it has broken down every door of decency. We see this today as agendas are pushed into schools and even into the pulpits of many churches. This "breaking down of doors" was on full display at the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, where many were offended by a display that appeared to mock the Last Supper of Jesus and His disciples.
As Christians studying the Bible, we should not be surprised. Jesus told us in Luke 17 that His second coming would occur when society looked exactly like it did in the days of Lot:
"Likewise also as it was in the days of Lot... the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained down fire and brimstone from heaven, and destroyed them all. Even thus it will be in the day when the Son of man is revealed." — Luke 17:28–30
When we see these behaviors becoming more bold and daring, we must realize we are in the last days. God is about to destroy not just specific cities known for their lifestyles—be it San Francisco, Atlanta, or Fort Lauderdale—but the whole world with fire.
In the story, the angels pulled Lot inside, closed the door, and struck the men outside with blindness. They then revealed their true mission: they were messengers sent to destroy the city. They urged Lot to gather his family and escape. Today, the message is the same. As sexual immorality increases, do not get angry, but seek shelter in the "secret place of the Almighty."
Escape for your life by praying for victory over sin. Do not look back at the pleasures or comforts of this world. Let us spread the word of salvation to our families so they may find shelter in the Lord Jesus Christ before the fire falls.
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