In 1 John 2:15–17 (frequently referred to as First John), the Apostle John issues a direct command for believers to reject love for the world-system and align their lives with God's eternal will.
- The Command (Verse 15): Believers are instructed not to love the anti-God cultural and moral system, as loving this system is mutually exclusive with loving God the Father.
- The Three Temptations (Verse 16): Worldly temptations are categorized into the lust of the flesh (sinful indulgence), the lust of the eyes (material greed), and the pride of life (arrogance and status-seeking).
- The Contrast and Promise (Verse 17): Worldly desires are temporary, whereas those who do the will of God live forever.
