Those who love Jesus obey Him. That's what the scriptures say.

Many read this and start to feel guilty because of their lack of obedience. So they try harder to obey to prove their love for Jesus.

But it doesn't work that way. Love is not a result of obedience. Obedience is a result of love.

In other words, we must constantly stir our love for Jesus by meditating on what He did for us through His death and resurrection.

If we keep the incredible love God poured out for us at the forefront of our minds, we will remain in love with Him.

This deep, genuine love produces obedience all in its own. No trying necessary. It just bursts forth.

That's why the scriptures say, "Those who love Jesus obey Him." When you love Him, you can't help but obey.

Jesus wasn't coercing you into obedience. He was giving you the secret to obedience: keep loving Him.