1. What is the meaning of 1 John 3:15?

2. How does 1 John 3:15 define hatred in a believer's heart?

3. What are the eternal consequences of harboring hatred, according to 1 John 3:15?

4. How can we reconcile 1 John 3:15 with Jesus' teachings on love?

5. What steps can you take to remove hatred from your heart today?

6. How does 1 John 3:15 challenge your current relationships and attitudes?

7. How does 1 John 3:15 define hatred in relation to murder?

8. What does 1 John 3:15 imply about the seriousness of harboring hatred?

9. How does 1 John 3:15 challenge the concept of sin in thought versus action?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 John 3?

11. What does the Bible teach about hate?

12. What does "misandry" or "misandrist" mean?

13. What evidence supports Jesus Christ's resurrection?

14. What did Jesus mean by blessing those who curse?1. How does the comparison of hatred to murder in 1 John 3:15 challenge your understanding of sin and its seriousness?

2. In what ways can unresolved anger or hatred impact your relationship with God and others?

3. Reflect on a time when you struggled with feelings of hatred or anger. How can the teachings of 1 John 3:15 guide you towards reconciliation and forgiveness?

4. How does the account of Cain and Abel in Genesis 4 serve as a warning for us today regarding the consequences of unchecked emotions?

5. Considering Matthew 5:21-22, how can you actively work towards transforming anger into love in your daily interactions?1. How does knowing you are a child of God influence your perspective on your identity?

2. In what ways can you personally relate to the love that God has for His children as described in verses 1-3?

3. How does the hope of becoming like Christ when He appears inspire you to live a life of purity?

4. What is the connection between sin and lawlessness as described in verses 4-10? How does this apply in the current societal context?

5. In what ways can believers today distinguish themselves from the world as children of God?

6. How can you ensure that you do not merely pay lip service to love, but actively live it out?

7. Can you recall a time when you had to 'lay down your life' (sacrifice) for a fellow believer? How did this experience influence your understanding of love?

8. How does the story of Cain and Abel apply to our relationships with our brothers and sisters in Christ today?

9. How can believers provide assurance to their hearts in the face of self-condemnation?

10. How does the concept of God being greater than our hearts comfort you in times of guilt or self-doubt?

11. How does obedience to God’s commands play a role in maintaining a relationship with Him?

12. How can you be certain that you are living in God and He in you? How does this assurance shape your daily living?

13. What are practical ways you can demonstrate the love of God to others?

14. How can you apply the principles from this chapter to overcome the prevalent sins in today's society?

15. How does the reality of God's love for us empower us to live sacrificially for others?

16. How can you ensure that love is not just spoken, but shown in action and in truth in your life?

17. What are some practical ways to purify ourselves as Christ is pure?

18. How can the church today be a better reflection of the love and righteousness of God?

19. How does understanding that God is greater than our hearts help in dealing with personal failure and guilt?

20. In what ways does the Holy Spirit confirm to you personally that you are living in God and He in you?

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