Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Not Of This World?
11 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Not Of This World in the Bible
What does the Bible say about not of this world? Browse 13 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Not Of This World
- 1John 8:23
“And he said unto them, Ye are from beneath; I am from above: ye are of this world; I am not of this world.”
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- 3John 15:19
“If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.”
KJV - 4John 17:14
“I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.”
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- 6John 18:36
“Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.”
KJV - 7Romans 12:2
“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”
KJV - 8Ephesians 6:12
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. flesh: Gr. blood and flesh spiritual: or, wicked spirits high: or, heavenly”
KJV - 9Philippians 3:20
“For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: conversation: or, we live or conduct ourselves as citizens of heaven, or, for obtaining heaven”
KJV - 10Colossians 3:2
“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. affection: or, mind”
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New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Not Of This World? (11 Verses)
“And he said unto them, Ye are from beneath; I am from above: ye are of this world; I am not of this world.”
“If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you.”
“If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you.”
“I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.”
“They are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.”
“Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.”
“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. flesh: Gr. blood and flesh spiritual: or, wicked spirits high: or, heavenly”
“For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: conversation: or, we live or conduct ourselves as citizens of heaven, or, for obtaining heaven”
“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. affection: or, mind”
“Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Not Of This World
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about not of this world. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about not of this world and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about not of this world is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on not of this world needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about not of this world with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about not of this world, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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