Love and obedience are connected in the good news of Jesus

ThroughFor neither circumcision counts for anything nor uncircumcision, but keeping the commandments of God.
1 Corinthians 7:19 ESV
https://bible.com/bible/59/1co.7.19.ESV

For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith working through love.
Galatians 5:6 ESV

If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— the Spirit of truth..." - John 14:15-17

Jesus teaches love precedes obedience and the indwelling Holy Spirit