By Warren David Horak

Love Hopes All Things

Inside of love is faith and trust.

When we walk in His love we will believe ALL things He says.

When we mature in the 16 facets of His perfect love we will have strong faith that believes all things.

Only when we truly love will we believe in what He says no matter what circumstances say or what the enemy says to us.

Only the faith that works by love will really accomplish anything in our lives.

"For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, but faith working through love." Galatians 5:6

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Introduction

Today, the Lord is bringing to the forefront a critical revelation: His love is the only way through the battles we face.

 It is becoming increasingly clear that unless we walk in love, we will not make it.

 Love is what draws us closer to God and to one another.

 The enemy’s strategy has always been to divide and conquer, and he often succeeds through offense, bitterness, and all the things that arise from human interactions.

 But if we stand firm in love, we can overcome every scheme of the enemy.

The only way we can fulfill God’s purpose is to walk in love, no matter the circumstances.

 Once we step out of love, we open the door to division, separation, and delays—delays that affect not only individuals but entire nations.

 One of the key facets of love is its unifying power.

 The moment we step out of love, the enemy gets a foothold and causes delays, sometimes even for years.

 That’s why we need to understand the power and depth of love, how it operates in the spirit, and why it is critical for victory in every area of our lives.

Walking in Love to Overcome Delays

The enemy thrives on delay.

 Take Israel as an example.

 When the twelve spies were sent into the Promised Land, only two came back with a good report.

 The rest returned with an evil report because they allowed fear to overtake them.

 The Bible says, "We were like grasshoppers in our own sight, and so we were in their sight" (Numbers 13:33, NKJV).

 They did not walk in love, nor did they believe in God's promises.

 They saw the giants in the land and became discouraged.

 Fear made them believe that they were insignificant, and as a result, they delayed God's plan for the entire nation.

Joshua and Caleb, the two spies who gave the good report, had their destinies delayed for forty years, even though they walked in love and faith.

 Imagine that! Forty years of delay because of the unbelief of others.

 This is how the enemy works.

 He may not be able to deny your destiny, but he can certainly delay it, often through the actions of those around you.

 This is one of the profound facets of love—it endures.

 Joshua and Caleb had to endure the delay, not because of their own disobedience but because of the people around them.

Even in the midst of delays, love holds us steady.

 The Bible says,

"Through faith and patience we inherit the promises" (Hebrews 6:12, NKJV).

 Faith works through love, and patience is sustained by love.

 If you find yourself asking why things are taking so long, understand that love is the key to navigating through delays.

 Love never gives up.

 It always endures.

Love Produces Hope

Another key facet of love is its ability to produce hope.

 The Lord deeply cares for us, so much so that He counts the very hairs on our heads.

 Jesus said, "But the very hairs of your head are all numbered.

 Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows" (Luke 12:7, NKJV).

 Think about that for a moment.

 God cares about you so much that He keeps track of something as seemingly insignificant as the number of hairs on your head.

 This shows us the extent of His love and concern for every detail of our lives.

Because of this great love, we have hope.

 God is the God of all hope, and His love is what gives us hope.

 When we understand how deeply He cares for us, we can face any trial with the assurance that He is working everything out for our good.

 Romans 5:5 says, "Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us" (NKJV).

Even when things seem to be delayed, hope does not disappoint because it is rooted in God's love.

 This hope allows us to keep moving forward, knowing that God's timing is perfect.

 One of the most significant facets of love is that it removes the pain of disappointment.

 When we are disappointed, it is often because we have placed our hope in the wrong things.

 But when our hope is anchored in God's love, we will not be disappointed, for His love never fails.

Dealing with Disappointment and the Power of Hope

Many times, disappointment comes when we experience hope deferred.

 Proverbs 13:12 says, "Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but when the desire comes, it is a tree of life" (NKJV).

 When we have our hearts set on something, and it doesn't happen when we expect it, it can lead to deep disappointment.

 This is a tactic the enemy uses to steal our hope.

 Over time, repeated disappointments can make us cynical, causing us to stop expecting anything good.

But here’s the truth: love is the antidote to disappointment.

 Romans 5:5 tells us that hope does not disappoint because God's love has been poured into our hearts.

 Even when our hopes seem deferred, God's love sustains us.

 This is one of the most powerful facets of love—it sustains hope even in the face of delay.

It’s important to note that there is a difference between worldly hope and biblical hope.

 Worldly hope is uncertain and often leads to disappointment, but biblical hope is confident and rooted in the character of God.

 Biblical hope is described in Hebrews 6:19: "This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil" (NKJV).

 Hope that is based on God's love is firm and unwavering.

 It anchors our souls, keeping us steady even when the storms of life rage around us.

Fear: The Enemy of Love

Fear is one of the greatest enemies of love.

 It is the opposite of faith, and it causes us to doubt God’s love and His promises.

 The Bible says, "There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment.

 But he who fears has not been made perfect in love" (1 John 4:18, NKJV).

 Fear torments us because it separates us from the assurance of God’s love.

Peter experienced this when he walked on water.

 As long as his eyes were on Jesus, he was able to do the impossible.

 But the moment he looked at the wind and waves, fear set in, and he began to sink.

 Jesus immediately reached out to him and said, "O you of little faith, why did you doubt?" (Matthew 14:31, NKJV).

 This shows us how quickly fear can cause us to lose sight of God’s love and His power.

When we allow fear to enter our hearts, it undermines our faith and causes us to doubt God’s love.

 But one of the essential facets of love is that it overcomes fear.

 Perfect love casts out fear.

 When we are rooted in God’s love, fear cannot take hold of us.

 This is why it is so important to keep our focus on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:2).

Faith Works Through Love

Faith is deeply connected to love.

 Galatians 5:6 says, "For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, but faith working through love" (NKJV).

 Without love, faith cannot function.

 Love is the foundation upon which faith is built.

 When we understand how much God loves us, it becomes easier to trust Him, even when we don't see the results immediately.

Abraham is a powerful example of how faith and love work together.

 Despite the natural impossibilities, Abraham believed in God’s promise that he would become the father of many nations.

 Romans 4:20-21 says, "He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God, and being fully convinced that what He had promised He was also able to perform" (NKJV).

 Abraham's faith was rooted in his love and trust in God’s character.

This is another vital facet of love—love gives us the confidence to trust God fully.

 When we are assured of His love, we can walk by faith, knowing that He is faithful to fulfill every promise.

Love Endures All Things

Endurance is another key facet of love.

 Love is not just a feeling that comes and goes; it is steadfast, unchanging, and enduring.

 The Bible says, "Love suffers long and is kind" (1 Corinthians 13:4, NKJV).

 Love endures through trials, disappointments, and even delays.

 It is through love that we are able to keep pressing forward, even when it feels like everything is against us.

The endurance of love is clearly seen in the life of Jesus.

 Hebrews 12:2 says, "Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God" (NKJV).

 Jesus endured the cross because of His love for the Father and for us.

 Love gave Him the strength to endure the suffering and shame of the cross because He saw the joy of our salvation on the other side.

In our lives, love gives us the strength to endure as well.

 James 1:4 says, "But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing" (NKJV).

 Endurance is a fruit of the Spirit, and it is another powerful facet of love that enables us to remain steadfast in our faith, even in the face of adversity.

Conclusion: 

The facets of love are vast and powerful.

 Love gives us hope, and hope does not disappoint because it is anchored in God’s love.

 Through love, we are able to endure trials, delays, and disappointments, knowing that God’s timing is perfect.

 Love casts out fear, enabling us to walk in faith and confidence, trusting that God will fulfill His promises.

As we grow in our understanding of the facets of love, we become unstoppable in our walk with God.

 Love never fails (1 Corinthians 13:8, NKJV).

 When we walk in love, we are walking in the very nature of God, and nothing can separate us from His love (Romans 8:38-39, NKJV).

 Let us continue to explore the facets of love, allowing it to shape our lives, strengthen our faith, and secure our hope in Christ.

 Through love, we will overcome every obstacle and inherit the promises of God, for His love endures forever.

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