Obedience Is Love

Throughout the New Testament, Christians are told they are in a war. We read this, but far too often do not heed this. Let these words in 1 John be a reminder that you are at war. The side you’re fighting on is visible by the fruit of your life. 

If you love God, it is manifested in your obedience to His commands. If you love the world, it is manifested in your denial of God’s existence. Here’s today’s Bible verse. Enjoy. 

1 John 5:1-5

Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and everyone who loves the father loves his child as well. 2 This is how we know that we love the children of God: by loving God and carrying out his commands. 3 In fact, this is love for God: to keep his commands.And his commands are not burdensome, 4 for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. 5 Who is it that overcomes the world? Only the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God.

Today’s Reading:

1 John 5