Sermons on 1 John 2:15-21:

Worldliness

Contributed by Donald Jewell on May 28, 2004

Cheap substitutes for the peace of God

1Jo 2:15 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 1Jo 2:16 For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. Does ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

What's Love Got To Do With It?

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 3, 2004

When John talks about love – particularly in this letter, he is primarily using the term with regard to spiritual condition. Love is the defining factor that sets believers – Christian apart from all other people, and Christianity apart from all other re

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? 1 John 2:15-17 INTRODUCTION: When John talks about love – particularly in this letter, he is primarily using the term with regard to spiritual condition. Love is the defining factor that sets believers – Christian apart from all other people, and Christianity apart ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Draining Desires Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Jun 7, 2004

Tenth Commandment - Coveting

Draining Desires Introduction I’m sure many of you were saddened by the recent death of Bob Hope. And if you’re old enough to remember Bob Hope, then you no doubt remember another legendary comic, Jack Benny. Although in real life, Benny was known as a very generous man, his comic shtick was an ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Remain Faithful To Christ Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Mar 21, 2006

Learn two secrets to remaining faithful in the midst of trials.

How do you remain strong and faithful in your faith walk when challenges raise their ugly heads? We have been involved in a series of studies from I John. Our study brings us to a place that has some vital lessons about remaining strong and faithful. Look at I John chapter 2 verse 18. This verse ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Anti-Christ Series

Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006

FOUR UNMISTAKABLE MARKS OF IDENTITY OF THE ANTI-CHRIST

THE ANTI-CHRIST 1 John 2:18 A. THE WORD "ANTI-CHRIST" IS MENTIONED THREE TIMES IN THE EPISTLES OF JOHN 1. "Little children, it is the last time; and as ye have heard that anti-Christ shall come, even now are there many anti-Christs; whereby we know that it is the last time." - 1 John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Frog In The Kettle

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 5, 2006

The parable of the boiling frog gives us great insight into how we gradually move into places and attitudes that are dangerous. We don’t dive right in. We slowly wade in. We start at the shallow end of the pool. And slowly we find ourselves getting in dee

INTRODUCTION / SERMONIC THEME Opening Statement: Some time ago a book was written on church life called, "The Frog In The Kettle." It was an interesting title designed to call to mind how it is so easy to gradually drift into trouble. Perhaps you could subtitle the book "How To Boil A Frog." The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

The Omen - Is The Antichrist Coming To A Theatre Near You? Series

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 7, 2006

The Antichrist might be found at a theatre near you, but also in anything else that is not uplifting Christ in your life or edifying to others around you.

INTRODUCTION A. On June 6, 2006 (6/6/06) “The Omen” Was Released In Theatres B. Synopsis “This WeekThe prophecy is clear, the signs unmistakable: Armageddon is upon us. On 6 / 6 / 06, ’The Omen’ is revealed...and our darkest fears are realized. ’The Omen,’ a contemporary thriller based on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-22

Denomination: Church Of God

You Can Recognize The Antichrist Series

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 11, 2006

The more passionate your love for Jesus, the more sensitive your radar will be for all that contradicts Jesus.

I. INTRODUCTION A. Previous Teaching On Antichrist B. SermonCentral.com – sermon titled “THE OMEN: IS THE ANTI-CHRIST COMING TO A THEATRE NEAR YOU?” II. WHAT YOU NEED TO RECOGNIZE THE ANTICHRIST? A. Term “Antichrist” – An Extreme Term (notice, John was only one to make direct mention of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-22

Denomination: Church Of God

The Anointed Life Series

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jun 15, 2006

Keeping faithful to Christ.

The Anointed Life 1 John 2:18-27 May 28, 2006 The Bible begins by describing a world created by God and in his image. As God spoke, "Let there be" all that is came into being. For 6 days this happened. At the end of each, God spoke his verdict. He assessed his work and called it "good." And ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Want To Live Forever? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 6, 2005

Eternal life is only found in Jesus

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 • What do you want out of life? Do you want fast cars, a big bank account, and a vacation home somewhere? • Is there anything wrong with wanting these things? • Is our goal to get to heaven when our life is over or are we just sailing through life without giving our eternal ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Be Fooled! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 13, 2005

Do not let the world trick you into leaving your Lord!

INTRODUCTION • I think it for Christians it is sometimes hard to keep in mind that we are under attack on an almost daily basis. • Some of the attacks we face are direct, coming from people we know, but more of the attacks we face come from the society in general. We see our faith being attacked ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Twinkies Or Broccoli

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Aug 16, 2005

Love of the world and love of God are mutually exclusive, just like a healthy diet cannot be full of both twinkies and broccoli

Twinkies or Broccoli TCF Sermon August 14, 2005 Opening illustration – I need someone to help me eat a snack. This is an either/or demonstration. Either eat a good snack, or eat a bad snack food. Maybe we’ll have a little of both. In one bag is the twinkie. Classic junk snack. In the other ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Love Or Not To Love Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 19, 2005

I John 2: 1-17

To Love or Not to Love? That Is the Question I John 2:1-17 I. Introduction A. The Epistle with the Family in Mind 1. "My little children" 2. "Our fellowship is with the Father and His Son Jesus Christ" B. Love in Our Earthly Families 1. Lovers pledging their love in marriage 2. Love ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

We Know The Days Are Coming

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 17, 2004

In our text this morning, John is taking the time to combine two of these scopes of time – the present and the future. Make no mistake, though, it is a warning. A warning concerning the future, and the present

WE KNOW THE DAYS ARE COMING And they are here now! 1 John 2:18-27 INTRODUCTION: God never meant our Bibles to be stuck in one or even two scopes of time. God meant them to have a three-fold impact on our lives. Yes, there is quite a bit of history, biblical history in the Scriptures. There are ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Love For This World Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jun 16, 2005

Part 4 in a study through the book of 1 John...

“Love for This World” Text: 1 John 2:12-17 Last weeks message the writer John, focused on those that said they loved God but hated their brother. We looked three reasons why Christians should love one another: 1. God has commanded us to love 1 John 2:7-11 2. We have been born of God and God’s love ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist