By exhibiting faith in the substitutional death and resurrection of Jesus and believing in His ability to forgive, one can receive forgiveness of sin and an intimate relationship with God both now and in the life to come. Hope is the direct result of a relationship with God. It is rooted and grounded in the knowledge that no matter what my circumstances or condition, God is always there ready to assist me even when I cannot assist myself. Hope is the absolute surety of eternal life with God after one's physical death. A man without hope is tragic indeed.
Love is the active ingredient that makes faith and hope come alive.
It is God's love that initiated His sending Jesus into the world to pay the penalty for our sin. It is God's love that causes Him to love us even though we don't love him or give Him the proper honor and respect He deserves. It is God's love that enables those who believe in Him to demonstrate their faith by loving others the way that Jesus did. The true mark of a pure relationship with God is genuine love for others. Perhaps today you are someone who has lost their way and are on the brink of hopelessness.