I

You think that you've already given up enough for Me; you think that your love for Me is already enough. But then why do your words and actions always contain rebelliousness and deceit? You follow Me, yet you do not acknowledge My word. Is this considered love? You follow Me, yet then reject Me. Is this considered love? You follow Me, yet you are mistrustful of Me. Is this considered love? You follow Me, yet you cannot accept My existence. Is this considered love?

II

You follow Me, yet you do not treat Me as befits who I am, and you make things difficult for Me at every turn. Is this considered love? You follow Me, yet you try to fool Me and deceive Me in every matter. Is this considered love? You serve Me, yet you do not dread Me. Is this considered love?

III

You oppose Me in all respects and all things. Is this all considered love? You have dedicated much, it is true, yet you have never practiced what I require of you. Can this be considered love? Careful reckoning shows there's not the slightest hint of love for Me within you. After so many years of work and all the many words I have supplied, how much have you actually gained? Does this not merit a careful look back?

from The Word, Vol. 1. The Appearance and Work of God. Many Are Called, but Few Are Chosen