Once we understand time with God as an expression of a love friendship, we understand how crucial application is.
Real love means action.
This is why Jesus expressed His love to Peter by seeking him out when Peter felt all was lost. Jesus came after him and forgave him in a most wonderful way. Peter had denied the Lord three times, so Jesus asked Peter three times if he loved Him. The Lord enabled Peter, for Peter's sake, to reaffirm his love. In the very act of reaffirming their relationship, the Lord taught Peter something about love.