“If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” John 14:15 ESV1
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Years ago, I attended a youth gathering where the leader asked the students, “Why do you obey your parents?” The answers fell into two main categories. Some students answered, “Because I am afraid of them.” Others replied, “Because I love them.” I have followed several of those youth since that day. As soon as they were out on their own, many of those who had confessed fear of their parents turned from the guidelines their fathers and mothers had tried to instill. Conversely, when they were out of their parents’ presence, those who proclaimed a love for their fathers and mothers stuck fast to the instruction they had received. Love is a far greater motivator than fear!