How do we know love is the first fruit of the Spirit?

Love being the first fruit of the Spirit is significant because it mirrors God's love towards His people. In this relationship, understanding God’s immense love for us should naturally prompt a response of love toward Him and our brethren. The Apostle John emphasizes in 1 John 4:19 that 'we love Him because He first loved us.' This foundational love leads to a series of loving behaviors towards others, manifested in the Church and beyond. Hence, love is not just a feeling but a powerful expression of God's character as woven into our lives as we align with the Holy Spirit.