2026 1 John Lesson 3

DO NOT LOVE THE WORLD

1 John 2:12-27

Key Verse: 2:15

1. Who are “children,” “fathers,” and “young men” (12-14)? What reasons does John give for writing to each group?
2. Why is loving the world incompatible with loving the Father (15-17)? What does each phrase mean: “the lust of the flesh,” “the lust of the eyes,” and “the pride of life”?
3. What had the believers heard was coming in the last hour (18-19)? What is the meaning of “the anointing from the Holy One,” and how does it help believers in their lives (20-21)? Why is denying that Jesus is the Christ such a serious issue (22-23)?
4. What does the author urge them to hold on to, and what promise is given (24–25)? Why does John say believers do not need anyone to teach them (26-27)? What practical steps can you take to continue in Christ faithfully?