We love because He first loved us. If anyone says, “I love God,” yet hates his brother, he is a liar. For anyone who does not love his brother whom he has seen, cannot love God, who he has not seen. And He has given us this command: Whoever loves God must also love his brother. I John 4:19-21 (I encourage you to read all I John 4:7-21)
God is the source of our love, its strength, its power, its purpose, but love we must! It’s not an option and God doesn’t accept excuses or extend exemptions. Love is a command and we must obey.
Have a great Tuesday!
Gretchen