Showing Your Love Through Obedience

"Jesus says, 'He who has My commandments and keeps them, is the one who loves Me; and he who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him, and will disclose Myself to him.'" - John 14:21

Is Jesus saying, "We've got to earn the love of God by being good?" Remember, when we study the Word of God we always want to look at Scripture in light of Scripture. There's no doubt that we are saved by faith alone. But, there's also no doubt that the way we prove we are really saved is how willingly we obey God. Think about it this way: It's not like God doesn't love bad little boys and girls, because God loves everyone. For instance, as a loving parent, you love your children, no matter what they do. If they're bad, you still love them. But when that child consistently obeys you, you appreciate that child even more! Why? Because that child is saying, "I trust you enough to do what you're asking me to do!" Life is better for them, and for you, when they do.