"Follow His example."

"Therefore be imitators of God dear children. And walk in love, as Christ also has loved and has given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet smelling aroma..."

God has never talked to us condescendingly in scripture. Not even a hint toward those who love Him. Gave everything and died. A modicum of respect, you will agree, is due to God.

"Follow His example."

"Therefore be imitators of God dear children. And walk in love, as Christ also has loved and has given Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet smelling aroma..."

God has never talked to us condescendingly in scripture. Not even a hint toward those who love Him. Gave everything and died. A modicum of respect, you will agree, is due to God.

This is not a free for all in serving God. There are boundaries and understanding that God is above us, our wants and our wishes is the very beginning.

...let no one deceive you you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience.