1. Jesus loved us first (1-2)

We know we should not sin, but we all do sin. Therefore, we all need Jesus, the Righteous advocate with the Father. He loved unlovely sinners of the whole world unconditionally. He gave his life as an atoning sacrifice. Whoever believes in his love shall not perish but have eternal life.

2. So love your brother, not the world (3-17)

After all our sins are forgiven by faith in Jesus, we are commanded to love others as Jesus loved us. It is not to be forgiven or save us but to live as children of God. We soon find that we cannot love even our brothers with our own strength. How then can we love others? If Jesus lives in us, he makes us love one another. Young men in Jesus will become strong to overcome the evil one. On the other hand we should not love the world and the things of the world. For this world and all its desires will pass away. But whoever does the will of God lives forever.