New Testament · Epistle
1 John 2:16
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For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world.
About 1 John 2:16
1 John 2:16 from 1 John speaks directly to Lust and the Pure Heart and Media in the Bible, offering wisdom drawn from the New Testament tradition. This passage in the epistle literature of Scripture is widely cherished by students and teachers alike.
Related Verses
- 2 Peter 1:4
“Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.”
- 1 Corinthians 10:6
“Now these things were our examples, to the intent we should not lust after evil things, as they also lusted.”
- 1 John 2:17
“And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.”
- 1 Thessalonians 4:5
“Not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the Gentiles which know not God:”
- 2 Peter 2:10
“But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise government. Presumptuous are they, selfwilled, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities.”
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How to Apply 1 John 2:16
Study 1 John 2:16 in context by reading the surrounding passage in 1 John. Identify one person in your life who might be encouraged by this verse on the theme of Lust and the Pure Heart. Share it with them and open a conversation rooted in Scripture — sometimes the most practical application is passing the Word along.