1 John 2:15-16
“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. 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.”
What does 1 John 2:15-16 mean?
1 John 2:15-16 in the King James Version reads, "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. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life…
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As we navigate life, we come across many choices that define our paths—choices that can elevate our spirits or lead us away from the heart of God. In 1 John 2:15-16 (KJV), we find a powerful exhortation from the Apostle John: "Love not the world, neither the things that are in…
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O Heavenly Father, the Creator of the heavens and the earth, I come before You with a heart yearning for understanding and strength. Your Word in 1 John 2:15-16 resonates deeply within my soul, reminding me of the perils that accompany a heart entangled in worldly desires. As it…
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