Intelligence agencies spend billions of dollars figuring out how the enemy will attack next. John tells us for clearly - in this spiritual war, watch out for the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life.

God warns Christians not to love the world, but what does that mean?

John offers six encouragements addressed to three groups: baby Christians that he calls little children; growing believers that he calls young men; and those who have matured in the faith who he calls fathers.

How can you know if you really know God? Ask yourself: are you obeying His command to love others?

Honesty is a essential key to fellowship; honesty with God, with others, and with ourselves.