John 15:18

If the world hates you

18 “If the world hates you, know that it hated me first.

John 15:18 In-Context

16 You didn't choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you could go and produce fruit and so that your fruit could last. As a result, whatever you ask the Father in my name, he will give you.
17 I give you these commandments so that you can love each other.
18 “If the world hates you, know that it hated me first.
19 If you belonged to the world, the world would love you as its own. However, I have chosen you out of the world, and you don't belong to the world. This is why the world hates you.
20 Remember what I told you, ‘Servants aren't greater than their master.' If the world harassed me, it will harass you too. If it kept my word, it will also keep yours.
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