In I John 3:13 (NIV), John made this statement: “Do not be surprised… if the world hates you.” These words were spoken to believers who were facing persecution and being led astray by false teachers. Perhaps some were shocked at how following and serving Jesus would bring out such hatred from non-believers and religious factions. Jesus had already told the disciples, “In this world you will have trouble” (John 16:33). Not maybe but for certain!       But why does the world hold ...