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In verses 3-6, John applies the first test: authentic faith obeys God’s commandments. In verses 7-11, he applies the second test: authentic faith loves God’s people. Then he pauses to give an assuring clarification, showing his confidence that his readers do have authentic faith (in verses 12-14). Now, in tonight's text, in verses 15-17, John resumes his application of the tests by showing that authentic faith is not of the world, but rather it knows and believes the truth about Jesus Christ (in verses 18-27). John characteristically draws a sharp line, with no middle ground: If you love the world, you do not love the Father. He shows that…You must choose your love and then maintain your choice: you love either the world or the Father, but not both.Call (917) 889-9158