The Wicked People The world is filled with different kinds of people. Some walk in righteousness, while others choose wickedness. The wicked people oppose truth, fight against righteousness, deceive others, and often become instruments of darkness. Yet, God is aware of their actions, and His judgment against wickedness is certain. Psalm 37:1–2 “Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb.”Psalm 37:1–2 As believers, we must understand: Who wicked people are, How they operate, The danger of following their ways, And how God expects us to respond. God calls His children to remain holy, wise, prayerful, and separated from evil. 1. Who Are Wicked People? Wicked people are those who deliberately reject God’s ways and practice evil continually. Characteristics of Wicked People A. They Hate Righteousness Proverbs 29:10 “The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.” Wicked people are often uncomfortable around godly people because light exposes darkness. B. They Speak Evil Psalm 10:7 “His mouth is full of cursing and deceit and fraud...” Their words destroy lives, spread lies, gossip, manipulation, and confusion. C. They Plot Against Others Micah 2:1 “Woe to them that devise iniquity, and work evil upon their beds!” Wicked people often plan evil secretly. D. They Refuse Correction Proverbs 15:12 “A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him...” They reject advice, correction, and rebuke. 2. Examples of Wicked People in the Bible A. Cain Genesis 4:8 Cain killed his brother Abel out of jealousy. Lesson: Jealousy and hatred can turn a person into an instrument of wickedness. B. Jezebel 1 Kings 21:5–15 Jezebel arranged the death of Naboth so Ahab could take his vineyard. Lesson: Wicked people manipulate authority for evil purposes. C. Haman Esther 3:5–6 Haman planned to destroy all the Jews because of pride and hatred. Lesson: Pride can lead to destruction and cruelty. D. Judas Iscariot Matthew 26:14–16 Judas betrayed Jesus for money. Lesson: Greed opens the door to wickedness. 3. Signs You Are Around Wicked People A. They Constantly Encourage Sin Psalm 1:1 “Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly...” If someone continually pushes you toward disobedience to God, be careful. B. They Celebrate Evil Romans 1:32 “Who knowing the judgment of God... have pleasure in them that do them.” C. They Pretend to Be Good 2 Corinthians 11:14 “For Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.” Not every smiling face carries good intentions. 4. The Danger of Following Wicked People A. Wicked Company Corrupts Good Character 1 Corinthians 15:33 “Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.” Your environment influences your spiritual life. B. Their End Is Destruction Psalm 37:38 “But the transgressors shall be destroyed together...” No wickedness escapes God’s judgment. C. They Bring Trouble Proverbs 13:20 “...a companion of fools shall be destroyed.” 5. How Believers Should Respond to Wicked People A. Do Not Imitate Them Ephesians 5:11 “And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness...” B. Pray for Protection Psalm 140:1 “Deliver me, O Lord, from the evil man...” C. Remain Righteous Romans 12:21 “Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.” D. Trust God’s Judgment Deuteronomy 32:35 “Vengeance is mine, and recompence...” Do not fight wickedness with wickedness. 6. God’s Promise to the Righteous A. God Will Defend His People Isaiah 54:17 “No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper...” B. The Wicked Will Not Prevail Forever Psalm 125:3 “For the rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot of the righteous...” C. The Righteous Shall Shine Matthew 13:43 “Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father.” Conclusion Wicked people may appear powerful for a season, but their end without repentance is destruction. God calls believers to stay holy, vigilant, prayerful, and separated from evil works. Never envy wicked people because temporary success without God leads to eternal loss. Choose righteousness, walk in wisdom, and remain faithful to God. Prayer Points Lord, deliver me from every wicked person assigned against my life. Father, give me wisdom to recognize evil and avoid dangerous associations. Every trap of wicked people against me, be destroyed in Jesus’ name. Lord, strengthen me to live righteously in a wicked world. Father, let Your protection continually surround me and my family. Pastor Abiodun Kadri #WickedPeople #RighteousLiving #Holiness #SpiritualWisdom #ChristianSermon #BibleStudy #Faith #Prayer #JesusChrist #GodlyLiving