It may or may not be apparent to us but this world and its system and culture are against God and against us as children of God. Jesus said in John that the world doesnt know us because it didnt know Him. He said the world hates us because it hated Him first. Jesus also spoke encouragement that be of good cheer for He has overcome the world! Jesus did - through the cross Jesus defeated every last enemy we had - sin and death both defeated by His death and resurrection. John the apostle also records for us here that not has Christ overcome the world but we AlSO can overcome the world!!! HOW? By our faith in Christ Jesus as Lord and Savior and Forgiver of our sins. It is by our faith we assure our victory over the world - so if you have faith remain in faith and be assured of overcoming in Christs name! If you want assured victory then trust in the name of Christ now - for salvation and forgiveness of sin.