The concept of love in relation to God suggests that when God loves us, we experience a profound sense of fulfillment. However, if we love others solely out of a sense of obligation or duty, our love becomes hindered and conditional. This is because our ability to love stems from being loved first. Conversely, God's love is perfect and freely given, without any expectation or requirement. If we were to love out of duty, we would exhaust ourselves, as our motivation would be rooted in our own strength and abilities. In contrast, God's love is bestowed upon us without any consideration of our worthiness, allowing it to operate unrestrained and for the benefit of the individual receiving it.Love initially stems from a desire for an object. This desire to love is influenced by our perception of the Person who has shown us unconditional love. When we love someone because we believe they deserve it, appreciating the beauty of Christ, our motives are purified. Conversely, forcing ourselves to love out of sheer determination leads to a distorted sense of self-love driven by selfish motives. If we believe that we can love solely through our own willpower, focusing on how it benefits us and disregarding the love we have received from Christ, our motives will be misguided. In such cases, our love will lack sincerity.Love that is impactful emanates from a heart that is impassioned by the splendor of Christ and is intended to arise from a sincere affection for Him as the sole reason for our spiritual vitality. The unconverted may exhibit acts of altruistic love, surpassing many Christians in this regard. However, this love does not stem from grace, as it is contingent upon the moral character of the individual and the reciprocal rewards derived from such acts. This love is driven by self-gratification. Conversely, we love because our innermost longings are inclined towards love, as we perceive the magnificence of Christ through a principle instilled within us by grace. Our spiritual discernment enables us to channel our energy into loving acts, inspired by the exquisite beauty of Christ. To cultivate a capacity for love, one must first receive love.