Doctrine instructs us that communication can manifest in either political or religious forms. Yet, when the wicked outnumber the righteous, the city is consumed by fear, anxiety, and despair. In their distress, the righteous call out to God, who, in His mercy, grants their desires, thereby thwarting the malevolent intentions of the wicked. The church assumes the role of scrutinizing and condemning the plans of the wicked. The prayers of the impoverished and helpless are filled with declarations, and God responds to the supplications of the righteous. Through this divine intervention, the city is saved. This scenario forms the backdrop and context of the preceding verse. Such statements are crafted with a dual objective: to educate and to hold nations accountable. The fundamental lesson here is that being counted among the elect is a precious gift. This gift extends beyond regeneration to encompass everything received in life. It is an integral part of God's covenant of salvation, and this covenant, emphasized in the psalms, requires beneficiaries to uphold it diligently. Imagine a world without walls, imprisonment, or screams of terror echoing through the streets. Consequently, the church bears a significant responsibility to protect and nurture cultural freedom. The state enters into a solemn pact to safeguard the poor and the homeless, while the church ensures this pact is honored. This is the intended order of things.