Sermons on Hatred

Sermons on Hatred

1 John 2:3-11

Something Old, Something New Introduction:  I have an immense amount of respect for this Apostle who was willing to call it like he saw it—not mincing words, not worrying about whether others agree with him, refusing to compromise his black and white stand on the Gospel.  Perhaps he could speak boldly as he does because he was in his 90’s. There’s something about growing old that helps you realize you have nothing to lose.   We have been looking at the three tests…

1 John 2:7-14

Something Old, Something New Introduction:  A strange thing is happening.  I’m becoming fascinated with I John.  As I mentioned a few weeks ago I entered upon this study with some fear and trepidation, and I haven’t lost that.  But at the same time I am in the process of gaining an immense amount of respect for this Apostle who was willing to call it like he saw it—not mincing words, not worrying about whether others are going to agree with him, refusing to compromise…