IS God Mocked

In today’s world, faith is on the decline. Thousands of years ago, the Bible predicted this shift. Paul conveyed to Timothy in 2 Timothy 3:1-3:

"You should know this, Timothy, that in the last days, there will be very difficult times. For people will love only themselves and their money. They will be boastful and proud, scoffing at God, disobedient to their parents, and ungrateful. They will consider nothing sacred" (NLT).

As self-love has gradually increased over time, God has shown us through scripture how He will deal with such behavior on Judgment Day. Galatians 6:7-8 issues a clear warning: God is not mocked. This warning is so serious that it leaves me wondering if God can ever overlook such actions.

There is a story I heard about a young American teenager who didn’t believe in God. While visiting her believing mother with friends, she was bid farewell with the words, “God goes with you.” Instead of responding “Amen,” the young woman mockingly said, “Where will God sit? The car is full, except for the trunk.” Hours later, they had an accident. All the passengers died, and the car was wrecked beyond repair—yet, the trunk, where she had jokingly said God should sit, remained untouched, with unbroken eggs inside. This story serves as a reminder: whether or not you believe, God exists and will not deny Himself. He has said that even if we fail to acknowledge Him, He could raise stones to sing His praises (2 Timothy 2:13; Luke 19:38-41).

Out of this lack of reverence, families have fallen, homes have been broken, and parents have lost the courage to lead both themselves and their children. In the early Church, we learn of Ananias and Sapphira, who sold land to help their struggling brethren but lied about the sale's proceeds. This angered God, and both were struck down immediately. Today, similar deceptions happen within families, with spouses covering each other’s wrongdoings, not to seek forgiveness but to continue sinning. This lifestyle only perpetuates sin and creates homes that cannot raise God-fearing children. One sin leads to another until, eventually, families cry out during times of hardship, forgetting that they are reaping what they have sown. God desires repentance, but if we wait too long, we may have to live with the consequences, even if forgiveness is granted.

Likewise, in today’s Church, members often protect one another from wrongdoings, avoiding rebuke or advice. But remember: advice is not enough; action is necessary. Spiritual renewal does not permit “democracy” when it comes to issues of eternal consequence. Matters that can lead to damnation should not be taken lightly, while worldly matters may allow for flexibility.

Consider Eli from the Old Testament. Eli, a priest, failed to discipline his sons, who engaged in fornication and greed. They slept with women at the sanctuary and took the best portions of sacrifices, disrespecting both people and God. Despite knowing this, Eli took no decisive action, and God ultimately judged his family (1 Samuel 2:12). Similarly, King David also failed to restrain his sons, leading to tragic consequences (1 Samuel 3:13).

If you see yourself in this description, it is time to wake up. Stop mocking God with words, actions, and inaction. Those who defend their spouses' wrongdoings out of fear of losing the relationship are not helping themselves or their partners. And parents, those who fail to discipline their children and allow them to disregard God, hoping they will eventually change on their own—remember, change requires action, not just advice. Eli spoke to his sons, but he didn’t act, so the curse fell on them. How can you save yourself if your children are lost?