Do Not Sit With The Wicked

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King David, anointed but hunted by Saul, cries out in Psalms 26: 'Do not sit with the wicked'—a plea from ancient persecution.

Harriet Kammack opens The Faith Hour by introducing the episode's theme: 'Do not sit with the wicked,' continuing from last week's discussion on 'do not sit with the scornful.' She frames this in the context of uncertain times globally and politically, urging listeners to seek God's instructions. Harriet shares that the show was originally called The Faith Hour in 2009 and promotes her new book, 'After the Fire,' which addresses family and intimate partner violence. The scriptural base is Psalms 26, specifically verse 5, which she reads from the New King James Version. Harriet recounts the story of King David, anointed king but persecuted by Saul, who wrote Psalms during adversity. She explains that David's plea—'vindicate me, O Lord, for I have walked in my integrity'—is a model for self-advocacy before God when falsely accused. Harriet emphasizes that this applies to modern scenarios like social media scandals, where lies can destroy reputations. She warns against sitting with the wicked in various forms: politicians who create harmful policies, corporate 'mean girls clubs' that plot against colleagues, and networks of evil in communities or schools. Harriet advises listeners to avoid such groups, even if they must be present, by not engaging or breaking bread with them. She cautions against witchcraft, spells, and liars, noting that the wicked may prosper quickly through such means, while the righteous experience slower answers to prayers. Harriet stresses the importance of teaching children to avoid bullies and evil networks, breaking generational cycles. She concludes with a prayer for healing, provision, and protection, urging listeners to use God's word as a shield against negative influences.

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A repeated biblical warning becomes a fierce argument about reputation, power, and moral distance.

The Faith Hour pushes a biblical warning about sitting with the wicked into a pointed sermon on reputation, political power, and public conduct.

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You want a faith talk where one tweet, power-hungry politicians, and a repeated warning carry moral weight.

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