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Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them.”--- John 14:21Jesus said that his followers show their love for him by obeying him.Love is more than lovely words; it is commitment and conduct. If you love Christ, then prove it by obeying what he says in his Word.--- Life Application Study Bible notesDear Heavenly Father,I am quick to say that I love You but I fall short of the way You love me.I desire to show my love for You in my deeds.I want to please You by my obedience to Your will.Help me keep Your words and deepen my understanding of them as I apply them to the constantly changing situations that I face.Take up residence in me and radiate through me to show Your justice, mercy and love. I ask the Holy Spirit to stir in me to rekindle the fire of Your love. Reveal Yourself to me , Lord.In Jesus’ name,Amen