"And among the people are those who take other than Allah as equals [to Him]. They love them as they [should] love Allah. But those who believe are stronger in love for Allah." (Qur'an 2:165)
So: — i.e., with exclusive, ultimate devotion. Love is not a feeling; it is action
Certain attributes and rights (like ultimate sovereignty and command) belong only to Allah. To grant these to anyone else is to love them "as Allah should be loved," which leads to spiritual ruin. Practical Lessons for the Heart Love is not a feeling
Allah explicitly links love to obedience: "Say, [O Muhammad], 'If you should love Allah, then follow me, [so] Allah will love you.'" (Surah Ale-Imran, 3:31). Love is not a feeling; it is action. You prove Ashaddu hubban when you wake up for Fajr when the bed is warm, or when you lower your gaze when the screen tempts you. 'If you should love Allah