How do we know if we have left our first love for Christ?

A believer may recognize they have left their first love when they find that their passion for worship, prayer, and gathering with fellow believers has diminished. The early fervor for spiritual things often wanes as the distractions of life, such as work, family, and possessions, take precedence. When the longing for Christ’s presence is overshadowed by these distractions, it indicates a drift from that initial love. This was also the issue faced by the Ephesians, who despite their hard work and perseverance, needed to remember and return to the heartfelt commitment they once had to Christ and His gospel. The call to repent is essential here, as it emphasizes the need for a heart change back towards true devotion.