What does the Bible say about the motive of believers?

In 1 John 2:12-15, the Apostle John explains that believers obey God's commands not out of fear or a desire to earn salvation but because they are already part of God's family and have received His love. John emphasizes that our obedience is motivated by our understanding of the blessings we already possess in Christ: forgiveness of sins, the knowledge of God, victory over evil, and the abiding Word of God. This divine love and assurance furnish the believers' hearts with a compelling motive to live in a way that honors Christ.