A foundational doctrine of the faith — explore linked teachings below.
God Revealed: Revelation, the Carnal Mind, and Pure Religion
Sep 17, 2026
God is knowable through his revelation, and believers must continually obey his pure Word, which exposes sin, defeats self-deception, and directs them to humble dependence on Christ.
The Boastful Pride of Life | 1 John 2:15-17 Bible Teaching
Sep 10, 2026
The pride of life boasts in self-made wisdom, power, and possessions, but believers must acknowledge dependence on God, glory in Christ alone, and use their resources in sincere love.
The Pride of Life, Giving, and Loving the World | 1 John 2
Sep 6, 2026
Because life and worldly goods are passing away, believers must reject pride, submit to God, and give themselves, their compassion, time, knowledge, and resources in active love.
2 Corinthians 8: Giving by Grace, Not the Pride of Life
Sep 3, 2026
Christian generosity must flow from God’s grace, wholehearted devotion, and mutual care rather than pride, covetousness, outward habit, or favorable circumstances.
The Pride of Life: Rejecting the World | 1 John 2:15-16
Aug 30, 2026
The pride of life trusts possessions and self-directed plans, whereas disciples must reject worldly covetousness, depend on God’s providence, pursue his kingdom, and practice contented generosity.
Love Not the World: James 4 and 1 John 2:14-17
Jul 30, 2026
Believers must reject the world’s sinful desires, pride, and unjust conduct, humbly submit to God, repent personally, and do his enduring will.
Love Not the World: 1 John 2:15-17 and Remember Lot's Wife
Jul 26, 2026
Believers must reject love of the passing world, remember Lot’s wife, walk in God’s light, and live personally and wholeheartedly for Christ.
Stop Loving the World: 1 John 2:15-17 Bible Teaching
Jul 13, 2026
Because the world and its desires are passing and corrupting, God’s people must guard his word, reject idolatry, and do his will in sincere obedience.
Stop Loving the World | 1 John 2:15-17 Bible Teaching
Jul 6, 2026
Because humanity is created in God’s image, believers must reject the world’s passing lusts and pride, receive divine wisdom, and pursue renewed understanding, character, and obedience.
Jun 21, 2026
Believers must value the soul above the passing world, deny themselves, direct their affections toward God, and order their homes by Scripture rather than worldly customs.
Stop Loving the World — 1 John 2:15 Sermon | Narrow Hodos
Jun 18, 2026
Love for the passing world places a person in opposition to God, while repentance, self-denial, obedience, and cross-bearing demonstrate love for the Father and preserve what is eternally valuable.
James 4:1-4: Spiritual Warfare and the Enemies of the Soul
Apr 17, 2026
James 4 reveals that conflict among believers springs from self-centered desires, while Christ calls his people to resist sin and worldliness by loving, serving, and preferring one another.
Spiritual Warfare: Know Your Enemy | Isaiah 14:12-15
Apr 13, 2026
Believers must identify sin, self, Satan, and the world as their true enemies, resist temptation through Scripture and prayer, examine their own hearts, and stand together in Christ.