It is narrated from Hazrat Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: When sins prevail in the land, Allah will send His punishment upon the people of the earth. Hazrat Aisha (may Allah be pleased with her) asked: Even though there are people among them who obey Allah? The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) replied: Yes! Then those obedient people will be transferred towards Allah's mercy.