John 15:18, Only Two Camps: the World's Hatred

Out of His great love for His people, Jesus prepares us for persecution. He teaches us that there are only two camps in this world: there are those that belong to the world (“of the world”), and there are those who belong to Christ (“not of the world” and “I chose you out of the world”). Jesus assures us that the wrold’s hatred toward us stems from its hatred toward Him. Why does the world hate Christ and in what ways does the world persecute the people of God? Listen to learn more.