We Love God!

God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)

God’s commands are given as a means of grace so that we might grow in godliness and show that we love Him.
Kevin DeYoung

God does deal with our sins, but only in such a way as for our good. He does not deal with us as our sins deserve, which would be punishment, but as His grace provides, which is for our good.
Jerry Bridges