What are the biggest challenges to maintaining faith in today's society?

Maintaining faith in today’s society can be challenging due to various factors that the Bible warns about and provides guidance on:

• Cultural Pressures and Secularism: Today’s society often promotes values and lifestyles that are contrary to biblical teachings, which can make it difficult for believers to stand firm in their faith. Romans 12:2 NKJV advises, "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."
• Materialism and Distraction: The pursuit of material wealth and success can distract from spiritual priorities, as Jesus warned in Matthew 6:24 NKJV, "No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon."
• Persecution and Hostility: In some regions, believers face persecution for their faith, which can test their resolve. Jesus encouraged perseverance in the face of such challenges in Matthew 5:10-12 NKJV, "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you."
• Doubt and Skepticism: The prevalence of skepticism and doubt, often fueled by scientific and philosophical arguments, can challenge one’s faith. Jude 1:22 NKJV advises, "And on some have compassion, making a distinction; but others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire, hating even the garment defiled by the flesh." This suggests the importance of understanding and compassion in dealing with doubt, both in oneself and in others.
• Moral Relativism: The idea that truth is relative and that moral standards can be individually determined undermines the absolute truth of Scripture. Isaiah 5:20 NKJV warns, "Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; Who put darkness for light, and light for darkness; Who put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!"