A Perverse Nation: Faithfulness Amidst Corruption

Synopsis

In 'A Perverse Nation: Faithfulness Amidst Corruption,' this book challenges the common excuse that moral and spiritual decay makes faithful Christian living impossible. It powerfully argues, drawing from Philippians 2:12–16, that holiness has always been demanded amidst corruption, not in its absence. The early chapters systematically debunk the modern tendency to blame external factors like culture or politics for spiritual failures. By examining the first-century world—a landscape of religious diversity, rampant immorality, and political decay—the book demonstrates that today's challenges are not unique but strikingly similar. The core message is clear: believers are divinely called to live out their salvation regardless of national character. The solution presented is fundamentally biblical, emphasizing unwavering obedience, a profound reverence for God, submission to His inner work, and a firm rejection of grumbling and opposition. The crucial role of parents in spiritual upbringing, as outlined in Ephesians 6:4 and 2 Timothy 3:15, is also highlighted. Ultimately, 'Perverse Nation' dismisses the idea of a 'perverse nation' as a valid excuse. Faithfulness was required and possible in the first century, and it remains so today for the same reason: God's command. The effort required is diligence, the standard is obedience, and the surrounding environment is ultimately irrelevant.