Unburdened by Love | 1 John 5:3

Unburdened by Love | 1 John 5:3

From ThornCrown Covenant Baptist Church by ThornCrown Covenant Baptist Church: El Paso, TX

February 22, 2026

About this episode

This episode discusses the relationship between God's love, commandments, and the struggles believers face, based on 1 John 5:3.

Lord's Day:  February 22 , 2026   Preacher:   Carlos Montijo   Series: First John     Topic: Law & Gospel Distinction    Scripture: 1 John 5:3; 4:10, 19; Ephesians 2:1–16; James 1:17; 2 Timothy 2:15; Romans 7:11–8:2; James 4:1–7; Romans 1:16–17; Matthew 11:25–30; Galatians 5:6; 1 Peter 5:6–7 3 For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments; and His commandments are not burdensome. 1 John 5:3 Intricate, harmonious connection between love, faith, and obedience—on love visibly manifested and applied I.   His commandments are not burdensome. Why are God’s commandments not burdensome for believers? Because of God’s love. II. “Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come…” If the law of God is not burdensome, then why do we still struggle with burdens? Romans 7:12-8:2 III. The source of quarrels and conflicts among you. James 4:1-7 IV. My burden is light. Matthew 11:25-30 1 Peter 5:6-7 Join us on Sundays for worship at 10:00am: ThornCrown Covenant Baptist Church 4712 Montana Ave El Paso, Texas 79903 Contact us at: web…

People in this episode

Host: Carlos Montijo

Topics covered

  • Law & Gospel Distinction
  • Love and Obedience
  • Christian Faith
  • Struggles of Believers
  • God's Commandments

Keywords

  • 1 John 5:3
  • God's commandments
  • Christianity
  • love
  • faith
  • obedience
  • burdens
  • struggles

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ThornCrown Covenant Baptist Church

Books & works: 1 John, Ephesians, James, Romans, Matthew, Galatians, 1 Peter

Places: El Paso, TX

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