They might even think that God does not care what goes on in private, refusing to acknowledge that God brings to pass the fruit of their thoughts. The Lord knows the secrets of the heart. He knows what goes on in the bedroom, in private when no one else is watching. The public worship is not what impresses him. It is the private worship which gains his mercy and grace.
Evil is exalted because the people enjoy evil.
The law breaker is protected and the good man ignored. Professing love for the people, those in authority rejoice in iniquity rather than being grieved over it. Immoral, adulterous relationships are common place as the people burn out of control with lust. The general population is a captive to the fallen lusts of the flesh. Rather than attempting to control the wickedness, those in authority are glad because it permits them to be wicked.