God says, “Only those who love God can bear witness for Him; only they are God’s witnesses; only they are blessed by God; only they can receive God’s promises. Those who love God are close to God, loved by God, and can share in His blessings. Only such people can live to eternal life, forever under God’s care and protection. God desires to be loved; He deserves everyone’s love, but not everyone can love God, nor can everyone bear witness for God and reign with Him. Because those who can bear witness for God and strive to do His work, wherever they go in the world, no one dares to oppose them; they reign on earth and rule over God’s people. These people come from all over the world, speak different languages, and have different skin colors, but their meaning is the same; they all possess a heart that loves God, they all hold the same testimony, have the same determination, and the same desire. Those who love God can walk freely in the world; those who bear witness for God can travel the universe. These people are loved and blessed by God; they will live forever in God’s glory.”

# “Only Those Who Love God Can Bear Witness for Him”: A Reflection on Love, Witness, and Eternal Purpose

The passage before us is bold, uncompromising, and deeply spiritual. It does not speak in half-measures or gentle suggestions; it speaks in absolutes. It tells us plainly that **love for God is not optional**, nor is it merely an emotion or confession. According to these words, love for God is the *foundation* of witness, blessing, promise, authority, unity, and eternal life.

At its heart, this message asks a piercing question: *Do we truly love God—or do we simply benefit from believing in Him?*

To reflect on this passage is to examine not only faith, but motive, devotion, and the kind of life that flows from genuine love for God.
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