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Not Of This World
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Jul 29, 2026 updated
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Petra's 'Not Of This World' is a Christian rock song that explores the theme of believers being foreigners in a sinful world. The lyrics describe Christians as pilgrims, strangers, and envoys with a mission to share the gospel before leaving for their heavenly home. The song references Jesus' words about the world hating His followers and encourages believers to take heart because He has overcome the world. It emphasizes the temporary nature of earthly life and the eternal hope found in Christ, urging listeners to remain faithful in their witness.
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We are pilgrims in a strange land
We are so far from our homeland
With each passing day it seems so clear
This world will never want us here
We're not welcome in this world of wrong
We are foreigners who don't belong
We are strangers, we are aliens
We are not of this world
We are envoys, we must tarry
With this message we must carry
There's so much to do before we leave
With so many more who may believe
Our mission here can never fail
And the gates of hell will not prevail
Jesus told us men would hate us
But we must be of good cheer
He has overcome this world of darkness
Soon we will depart from here