May 24, 2026 - Resist Sermon #2: Enemy #1 The World | Romans 12:2; 1 John 2:15–17 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta MI

What is “the world” the Bible warns believers about—and how does it seek to pull Christians away from Christ? In this message from the Resist sermon series, Pastor explores the first great enemy of the Christian life: the world system that stands opposed to God, His truth, and His people.Drawing from Romans 12, 1 John 2, Colossians 2, and John 15, this sermon exposes the world’s strategies to conform believers through sinful desires, deceptive philosophies, and persecution. Christians are reminded that spiritual warfare is not merely external, but often a battle for our affections, minds, and loyalty to Christ.Key takeaways from this sermon: What the Bible means by “the world”  How worldly values subtly shape believers  The danger of loving sin over God  Why discernment and biblical truth matter  How to stand firm when facing pressure and persecution Scripture References: Romans 12:2; 1 John 2:15–17; Colossians 2:8; John 15:18–20; Ephesians 4; Ephesians 6