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John 15:9-14
Having love does not nullify God's law. John, an apostle and close friend of Jesus Christ, emphasized love. However, not once did he say that love nullifies or supersedes the Ten Commandments. Indeed, by keeping the commandments, the love of God is perfected in us (I John 2:5). The Ten Commandments constitute a spiritual law that is inexorable and eternal, producing faith and happiness and righteous character that pleases God.
Martin G. Collins
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What Does John 15:9 Mean?
To abide in Christ's love means to continue in, live in, and remain part of an ongoing process. Love is defined as keeping the commandments of God, as shown in John 14:15 and I John 5:3, where the love of God is that His commandments are kept. This understanding is basic to the Christian way of life. To abide, or continue, in the love of God requires keeping His commandments rather than the traditions of men, just as Jesus lived. Having love does not nullify God's law; the Ten Commandments constitute a spiritual law that is inexorable and eternal, producing faith, happiness, and righteous character that pleases God. By keeping the commandments, the love of God is perfected in us (I John 2:5).