God can overcome evil in either of two ways- He can eradicate wickedness with destructive judgments, like Sodom and Gomorrah, or, He can overcome evil with good. When the Lord determines to act in the way of destructive judgments, it’s as a last resort. The Father's first choice is always to move in mercy. In the heart of God, “mercy triumphs over judgment” (James 2:13). “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good” (Rom 12:21). Evil can be overcome with good, but to do so God must use the church! The very nature of God is love- so redemptive mercy is the ultimate motive behind all of His actions. If we will truly “please” God, this must become our motive is well! The key to living victoriously in the last days is not knowing timetables, but knowing God… Daniel shared that in the midst of worldwide distress. Dan 11:32, “those who know their God will display strength and take action.” From a position of knowing the heart and nature of God, in the midst of great difficulties, The Word says – “we will display strength and take action.” When we consider the wrath of God, it is right that destructive images come to our minds, for at some point, such will come upon the world… However, Isaiah 61 gives us clear insight into the purpose of “the day of vengeance of our God.” It is to “comfort all who mourn, to grant those who mourn in Zion, giving them a garland instead of ashes… The mantle of praise instead of a spirit of fainting” (v 2,3). The first phase of God's vengeance upon the world is aimed at releasing His elect from oppression. But God does not stop there… | 
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