The Love God Hates – 1 John 2:15-17

“Love not the world!” That makes no sense if it were addressed to unbelievers. Until a person is saved, he is addicted to the world. John is writing to Christians to warn them that loving the world conflicts with fellowshipping with God. Love for the world is the love God hates. Transition This evening I […]

A Commandment: Old & New – 1 John 2:7-11

John Fawcett lived from 1740-1817. He spent 54 years as the pastor of a poor Baptist church in Wainsgate, England. His preaching and writings blessed many, including King George III. He penned the following hymn about Christian love. “Blest be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love! The fellowship of kindred minds is […]