Mark 13:13

And everyone will hate you because you are my followers.

• Betrayal
• Hatred
• Suffering
• Faith
• Endurance

In this verse, Jesus prepares His followers for the persecution and hatred they will face for His name’s sake. He warns that the world will hate them because of their allegiance to Him. This passage speaks to the reality of suffering that often comes with living out our faith. Following Christ can bring opposition, rejection, and even hatred from those who do not understand or accept the truth of the gospel. This verse challenges us to remain steadfast in our faith, knowing that we will face difficulties for standing firm in Christ, but that we are never alone. Christ has overcome the world, and our hope is in Him. We can endure suffering with joy and peace, knowing that our identity is secure in Christ and that our eternal reward far outweighs the temporary hardships we may face.

• meekness

• comfort

• provision

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  Psalms 55:12

  For it is not an enemy who reproaches me; then I could bear it.

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  Jude 1:18

  They said to you, In the last time there will be scoffers, following their own ungodly passions.

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  Jeremiah 17:9

  The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?

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  1 Samuel 20:41

  I am distressed, for you are very dear to me, my brother Jonathan.

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