Message topic: Is truth important to you?
Scripture text: John 14: 1-8
Are you still pondering the question which is been asked of you this morning in your bulletin which is, is truth important to me? Have you ever seriously asked yourself that question, is truth important to me?
Truth is one of the central subjects in philosophy, It is also one of the largest. Truth has a topic of discussion in its own right for thousands of years. Moreover, a huge variety of issues in philosophy relate to truth, either by relying on theses about truth, or implying theses about truth. It would be impossible to survey all there is to say about truth in any coherent way.
Truth or verity, is the property of being in accord with fact or reality, in everyday language, it is typically ascribed to things that aim to represent reality or otherwise correspond to it, such as beliefs, propositions, and declarative. Truth is usually held to be the opposite of any false statements.
Laws are eternal, this verse affirms that God’s word, as revealed in the Scripture, is the ultimate source of truth, providing unwavering guidance in an ever-changing world; There is truth and freedom.
The bible also teaches that truth and freedom are intricately intertwined. In John 8:23, Jesus asserts, you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. This verse reminds us that embracing truth liberates us from the shackles of falsehood, ignorance, and deception, enabling us to live authentically and experience genuine freedom. Many will tell you that there is a search for truth, but you have only to listen to the words of Jesus.
Where should we search for the truth? The bible encourages us to diligently seek truth, both in our understanding of God and in our daily lives. Proverbs 23:23 urge, buy the truth and sell it not; also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding. This verse exhorts us to value and prioritize truth, recognizing its transformative power in shaping our character and worldview.
Truth can be subjective, influenced by our individual experiences, emotions, and beliefs. It is important to recognize that personal truths exist, shaped by our unique experience that shape our perspectives. However, we must also acknowledge the existence of objective truth, which remain true regardless of our personal interpretations and experiences. objective truth is the truth that defies, time, culture, society, and opinions.
Objective truth is the truth that is binding and fixed. It applies to all people, societies, and cultures always. Examples of objective truth are: murder is morally wrong, slavery is morally wrong, lying is morally wrong, etc. Subjective truth is fine, there is room for it until it collides with Objective Truth. At this moment, subjective truth must be abandoned and bow its knee to the timelessness of objective Truth.
Ultimately, the bible calls us to embody truth in all aspect of our lives, Ephesians 4: 15 encourages us to speak the truth in love. Emphasizing the importance of combining truth with compassion and kindness.
By walking in truth, we cultivate authenticity, integrity, and a deep reverence for God’s divine plan.
The bible offers profound insights into the nature of truth and its significance in our lives, join me as we explore what the bible reveals about truth and its timeless wisdom.
The bible highlights the centrality of truth as a foundational principle; it applies to facts of life, from faith to relationship, morality, society, and far beyond. It emphasizes the importance of truthfulness in our words, actions, and relationships.
In John 14: 6, Jesus declares, I am the way, the truth and the life: this verse reminds us that truth is not merely an abstract concept rather it is embodied in the person of Jesus Christ. God is truth and demands that standard for all creation and all times.
The bible places a high value on truth and it considers truth telling a moral duty. The bible says that truth can change lives, set people free, and is a powerful weapon for God’s kingdom.
Why is truth important in the bible? Truth sets people free: Jesus said, you shall know the truth and the truth will set you free; and truth brings us closer to God.
Truth brings us into the lasting happiness and satisfaction of relationship with God. In no other place can we find satisfaction that will last. When we draw close to God, we find all the satisfaction and peace our heart has been longing for. God made us for Himself, and as Augustine famous said, our hearts are restless until they rest in Him.
Truth is a person: Other religions promote good works. some religions even seem to outdo Christians in how disciplined they are. What makes Christianity different or more truthful than the rest of the religions in the world? Christ alone is the difference.
We don’t follow a religious system; we follow Jesus, in other words, the truth is not merely some theory or concept. The truth is a person. While other religions reach out to God, Christianity shows the truth of God reaches out to us in Jesus. God reaches down with profound love, kindness, and grace to bring us to him.
The bible says this about the truth of Jesus: for it is my father’s will that all who see His son and believe in him should have eternal life. John 6: 40.
In our text for today tells us not to let our hearts be troubled: you believe in God, believe also in me: in my father’s house, are many mansions: if it were not so I would have told you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself, that where I am there ye will be also; what He said to those disciples then, He is saying to us today.
Ultimately the bible calls us to embody truth in all aspect of our lives. Ephesians 4: 15 encourages us to speak the truth in love, emphasizing the importance of combining truth with compassion and kindness, by walking in truth, we cultivate authenticity, integrity, and a deep reverence for God’s divine plan.
The Bible only illuminates the essence of truth, revealing it as an absolute, eternal, and transformative force. It reminds us of the inseparable connection between truth and freedom. Urging us to seek and cherish truth. In our pursuit of a purposeful and meaningful life. As we navigate the complexities of our world, may we find solace and guidance in the eternal truths within the pages of the Bible.