Obedience is shown through actions, not just words. Jesus reminds us that we can rely on Him to do what He promises.
God gifted and entrusted us with blessings. He expects us to use our gifts wisely. He doesn’t judge us all by the same standard.
You are so important to God that if you leave Him by choosing to live your life without Him, He will follow you to the ends of the earth. He stays by your side, no matter if you acknowledge Him or not. There’s nothing you can do that will stop Him from loving you.
Cornelius was a Roman centurion who is considered by Christians to be the first Gentile [non-Jew] to convert to the faith, as related in the Bible book of Acts. He lived in Caesarea.