1 John 2:15-17 - A Love We Should Hate

Jason Lefler teaches from 1 John 2:15-17. John, the last surviving apostle, was living in Ephesus and confronting a rising plague of gnosticism that was creeping into the church. He wrote this letter to affirm that God can be truly known and that His salvation is certain for the genuine believer.Do not love the world (v15)What does God mean by world?1. World of sin2. World of darknessIt is not from the Father (v16)Where does this "world of darkness" come from?1. Prince of darknessWhat does God want us to love?1. Love God2. Love His peopleThis world is passing away (v17)Message to the non-believer1. Repent and believe2. Seek after ChristMessage to the believer1. Renew your affections for Christ2. See sin for what it is death3. The Father's love for you can be known and is the same now as it will be in heaven