John 14:21

He who has My commandments and keeps them, it is he who loves Me. And he who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and manifest Myself to him.

John 14:21

Jesus said, “If you love me, keep my commands.” Our obedience to God is not just a duty, but a natural outflow of our love for Him. The final test of love is obedience. Not sweet emotions, not willingness to sacrifice, not zeal, but obedience to the commandments of Christ. As we grow in our knowledge and love of God, our desire to obey Him should increase.

There may still be areas in your life where you struggle to obey God. Are there commands you find difficult to follow? Lean on God’s grace to help you obey out of love, not obligation. Remember, obedience is not about perfection, but about a heart that genuinely wants to please God. Ask the Holy Spirit to cultivate this desire within you.

Pastor Wade O’Neill