Be not of this world

Do worldly events of late upset you or make you mad? We see and hear of evil happening all around, and think it has won. Take heart, Jesus said this would happen. He also told his followers that they are not part of this world. True we must live here, but our hope is not here. The world hates us because it hates Jesus. There are pockets of believers, but not nearly as outspoken as we should be. In John ch15 v18-27, Jesus talks about the world's hatred of believers. We must be careful not to get too caught up in things that will happen. Of course we can lead and influence our part of the world, but hope in it is lost until Jesus comes again to declare his kingdom. Sounds depressing eh? But wait, the Holy Spirit is with us to guide us and lead us home. Listen for Him!