John is referring to the invisible system of evil that includes its ideologies which are contrary to the wisdom of God, which are speculations raised up against the knowledge of God. It is a way of thinking… with a ruler - Satan himself. This way of thinking is found in institutions, governments, songs, movies and culturally acceptable activities.

It is an alluring and deceiving system. And… It is much deeper than “do’s and don’ts.” Worldliness is satans strategic and malicious plan for your life. He desires to wrap you up in whatever will slow you down, and finally mow you down.

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