Charity is greater because it encompasses and fulfills the essence of faith and hope through active love.
According to 1 Corinthians 13:13, while faith, hope, and charity are three enduring virtues, charity is declared the greatest. This is because charity, or agape love, brings faith and hope into action. It is the manifestation of our faith in God and the hope we have in Christ. While faith believes in God and hope anticipates His promises, charity expresses this belief and expectation through loving actions towards others. This love is essential for binding the community of believers together and showcases the transformative power of the Gospel in real life. This principle draws attention to the importance of living out one's faith in tangible ways that reflect Christ's love.
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