The Lord Tests Our Light and Love

The Book of 1 John: The Lord Tests Our Light and Love
1 John 2:3-6
Rev. Chris Strevel

l. The Test of Our Knowledge (vv. 3-4)
A. What does it mean to know God
B. Why must knowing God be tested
C. Knowing God produces obedience
D. Profession without obedience a lie

1. A failing grade: we have an advocate
2. Poor test results?: we have an advocate

ll. The Test of Our Loving God (v. 5)
A. Keeping God's Word
B. Obedience is love perfected
C. Loving obedience strengthens assurances

lll. The Supreme Example of Knowing and Loving God (v. 6)
A. A confession we must take: to be in Christ
B. The disciple's commitment: to walk as He walked
C. The imitation of Christ