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Why are believers considered strangers in this world?

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Believers are considered strangers in this world because they do not belong to the world's system or values, as indicated in 1 Peter 1:1.

In 1 Peter 1:1, the apostle Peter refers to believers as 'scattered strangers,' highlighting their identity as nonconformists to the world’s values and systems. This term reflects the reality that believers, being chosen by God, often face opposition and misunderstanding from the world around them. Jesus Himself remarked that the world hated Him, and therefore, it would also hate His followers. This status of being strangers is a call to live in accordance with God's will rather than the transient customs of the world, encouraging believers to find their true identity and citizenship in heaven.
Scripture References: 1 Peter 1:1, John 15:18

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