We are in a different dispensation, that which is not eternal. There are temporal attributes required during these times, in order to fulfill the justification for the kingdom. During these temporal times, faith is mandatory, and gifts of the Spirit, for example, assist in building the Church for Christ. But, when that which is perfect arrives, these temporal, but imperative, characteristics and dispositions will not be necessary, for we all shall see him as he is, and we will become like him.
You are conflating two distinct and mutually separate principles. In this life time, faith is compulsory, for we are in the trial and testing period, and faith supersedes works, ...because faith is derived from wisdom and love. But, again, when we have made the grade, there is no longer any need for such attributes that imply judgment and hope, for our faith will have come to its fruition. Thus, you cannot compare the eternality of love, with the temporality of faith, both must be regarded in their respective contexts.