"And this is love, that we walk after his commandments..." 2 John 1:6
This is an echo of the words of Jesus on the subject of truly loving God. The evidence of our love for God is obedience to Him. In human relations we all expect to see evidences of the love someone claims they have for us. Words are not enough, we look for the actions. That is true in marriage, the relationship between parents and children and among brethren. God too has a clear cut evidence and expression which is necessary proof of our love for Him. Clearly just saying the words "I love you" to God is not enough or sufficient on their own. The bible teaching of the love of God in us, is that we walk after his commandments. That means we obey, even if at our personal cost, the things He tells us to do. This will mean much more than just the sentiment or romanticism of love which fades with mere feelings. It is lasting love, tough love, love that costs, offends, stands uncompromising, divides and yes even rejects when made to choose between God - the Object of that love - and anything else on earth!
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