C.S. Lewis emphasizes the importance of prioritizing our love for God above all else, including our loved ones. He suggests that true love for others emerges from a deep and genuine love for God as the Creator. When we place God first in our lives, our ability to love those close to us is enhanced, rather than diminished. This perspective challenges the notion that loving one’s family or friends can come at the cost of one’s relationship with God.

Lewis argues that placing first things first leads to a richer experience of love for our earthly dear ones. In contrast, if we focus on our relationships with people at the expense of our devotion to God, we risk degrading those very relationships. Thus, prioritizing our spiritual commitment ultimately benefits not only our connection with God but also the way we love others.