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Devotional 12: Love Believes All Things

“…love believes all things…” — 1 Corinthians 13:7 (ESV)

Reflection

To believe all things is to trust without hesitation. Love holds fast to hope, even when evidence seems to say otherwise. It chooses to believe the best in others, to extend grace when doubt creeps in, and to remain confident in the power of redemption.

Believing all things doesn’t mean being naïve; it means choosing to see through the lens of God’s truth and grace. It means refusing to let cynicism or past hurts define our view of others. Love believes that people can change, that circumstances can improve, and that God can do the impossible.

Scripture References

• Proverbs 3:5 (ESV) – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.”
• 1 John 4:1 (ESV) – “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God…”
• Romans 8:28 (ESV) – “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose.”

Practical Application

• Practice choosing trust over suspicion in your relationships. When doubts arise, pause and ask God for His perspective.
• When someone expresses regret or a desire to change, choose to believe their words and actions can reflect growth, even if it takes time.
• Reflect on a time when someone believed in you despite your flaws—let that inspire you to extend the same grace.

Prayer

Lord, You are a God of hope and redemption. Teach me to see the potential in others and to trust in Your work in their lives. Help me believe in the good, the possibility of change, and the power of Your love to transform. Let my love reflect Your love through me. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Call to Action

This week, choose to believe the best in someone, even if it’s difficult. When doubt or skepticism rises, ask God to replace it with His hopeful vision for that person’s life.