John 15:16-18

New International Reader's Version

¹⁶ You did not choose me. Instead, I chose you. I appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit that will last. I also appointed you so that the Father will give you what you ask for. He will give you whatever you ask for in my name. ¹⁷ Here is my command. Love one another.

The World Hates the Disciples

¹⁸ “My disciples, does the world hate you? Remember that it hated me first.