What does the Bible say about love from Christ and hatred from the world?

In John 15:18-27, Jesus explains to His disciples that their relationship with the world, especially in the context of evangelism, will often be marked by hostility. He emphasizes that if the world hated Him, they will also hate His followers. This hatred stems from the gospel message that exposes human sinfulness and the need for redemption through Christ alone. Christ reminds His disciples not to be surprised by this hatred, as the world prefers darkness over the light of truth (John 3:19). A true disciple will face opposition when proclaiming the doctrines of grace that highlight the radical depravity of man and the sufficiency of Christ's righteousness.