Theological Virtues: Love, Hope, and Hope

As a theological virtue, faith is founded upon something firmer than the wavering ground of our own hearts. Faith grows and flourishes in the soil of christ's life. Hope isn't just wishful thinking or optimism; it relates to the objective reality of the future that god has prepared for us as his people. Love also has a grounding outside of ourselves, in the person and work of the spirit. Our love is love in the spirit. Who is the personal bond of love in which father and son dwell in unity, and by which christ is bound to his people? This prayer follows from the opening thanksgiving,. paul can confidently pray that they will rise to the full stature