The Rise of Sin and Fall of Morality

The sort of sins that were once concentrated in certain cities are becoming mainstream everywhere. Many social and regulatory restraints have crumbled as local and federal authorities encourage the moral plummet (Axios, May 12, 2026). New York Times columnist Ross Douthat noted, “As our laws have become less moralistic and more libertarian, addictive behaviors have increased” (New York Times, February 3, 2026).

Not long ago, selling or smoking marijuana consistently carried the risk of jail time. Now, nearly half of U.S. states have legalized this psychoactive drug for recreational use (Axios, August 8, 2024). In Europe, 28 countries have legalized marijuana in some form (Forbes, January 29, 2026).

More than half of American men ages 18–49 actively participate in gambling (Siena, April 13, 2026). The “adult-entertainment” industry now generates revenues exceeding $250 billion (TransparencyMarketResearch.com). In South Korea, 78 percent of men report using pornography (Worldmetrics.org, 2026 Report). In Japan, 65 percent of men report using it. Today, thanks to A.I. and “deepfake” technology, there is an entirely new category of harm that barely existed two years ago.

The great nations of the earth, including the West, are experiencing plummeting moral standards. Israelite-descended nations once guided by at least a basic sense of biblical morality increasingly operate on a purely man-made morality. So, what does the future hold for the Israelitish peoples? You can find out by reading or listening to our free, comprehensive study guide The United States and Great Britain in Prophecy.