1. If you belonged to the world...(18-25)

The world hated Jesus so much that it crucified him. Jesus' disciples belong to Jesus, not to the world. The world hated Jesus because he exposed sin and called men to repent (22). The world hated Jesus because his mighty works proclaimed God's sovereignty and his almighty power (21,24). People didn't, and still don't, want to obey God. A world in rebellion rejects its Creator. So those who belong to Jesus and not to the world can expect to be hated.

2. Testify about Jesus (26-27)

It hurts to be hated. What can we do? First, we must come to Jesus and remember his words (18,20). Jesus promised to send the Counselor, the Spirit of truth, to help us (26). Second, we should have identity as Jesus' people (18,19). Third, we should boldly testify about Jesus (27). Jesus' disciples should not compromise with the world--Jesus didn't!

Application: Lord, I am weak, but you are strong. Help me to live as your disciple in a hostile world.
One Word: Remember Jesus; be his witness