Truth For Life Daily Program “If the World Hates You…” (Part 1 of 2)
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Mar 20, 2026 A sermon-focused discussion on why following Jesus provokes opposition from the unbelieving world. Short reflections on Jesus’ prayer in John 17 and the clash between conviction and popularity. Biblical scenes like Luke 6 and Acts 5 illustrate joy amid rejection. The central question explored is who Jesus is and why that claim creates cultural conflict.
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Margaret Thatcher Quote About Being Liked
- Alistair Begg recalls a single quote he keeps from Margaret Thatcher about the cost of seeking approval.
- Thatcher said, If you set out to be liked, you would be prepared to compromise on anything at any time, and you would achieve nothing, illustrating the cost of popularity.
Choose Truth Over Popularity
- Do prioritize faithfulness to truth over popularity because popularity is often won by flattering people.
- Alistair Begg cites Luke 6 and Eugene Peterson: Popularity contests aren't truth contests, so be true not popular.
Being In Christ Invites Opposition
- Jesus teaches that living for him will bring exclusion and hatred when people reject the message.
- Begg emphasizes this is specifically due to one's relationship with Christ, not personal unkindness, so opposition is connected to allegiance to Jesus.
The Bible teaches that if we love and follow Jesus, we’d better be prepared for battle. Why is the unbelieving world provoked by biblical truth and Christian conviction? Hear the answer when you listen to Truth For Life with Alistair Begg.