God: The Only Real Truth!

"To secure one's freedom the Christian must experience God's light which is God's truth." - Watchman Nee

It's a good bet that you've probably heard the phrase "if truth be told" at one time or another during your life. The Macmillan Dictionary defines it as: "used when saying what something is really like or what you really think about a situation." Basically, it means "telling the truth."

We humans, don't particularly have a very good track record when it comes to saying, or telling the truth. Now, I'm not saying this applies to every single person on earth today, but it covers a pretty good swath of the population. No doubt, truth can be hard to find, but it's out there if you seek it.

One of the surest places to find truth can be found in the Bible. Naturally, the truth found within its pages pertain to religion. All truth is real, but as it applies to matters of religion, this raises the stakes by leaps and bounds. After all, truth is the foundation of true religion. (2 Timothy 3:16)

When it comes to God's truths, we can think of it as an immovable force.  And, as the foundation of true religion, these truths attest themselves to our understanding through clear reason. Additionally, we become more of what God desires us to be as we respectfully and righteously put them into practice. (2 Timothy 2:19)

Unfortunately, there are some who, no matter what, will never accept it . As you might guess, this creates an obstacle to God's truths. They may have a million reasons why this is so, and I'm certainly not going to attempt to go there today. But, what I can do is point out some of the most common reasons for opposing it. (1 John 5:1 )

A frequent cause is ignorance. This does not mean someone is dumb, or stupid. Rather, I think of it as jumping to conclusions before all the facts have been reviewed. This may be more familiar to you as close-mindedness, or not being open to new knowledge. Think: an arrogant or bold ignorance. (Ephesians 4:18)

Next, some follow old, familiar roads because it's always been so. They don't, or won't, consider any other way of doing things. They may also pick up their religion, not by listening to God's truths, but from their social circles, which could be problematic. This is careless and blind thinking. (John 3:33)

Then we have prejudice, which is an easy trap to fall into. Again, this occurs due to the reliance of the opinion, thoughts, or beliefs of others without looking into the evidence that is presented by God's foundational truths. (Jeremiah 9:3)

Last, but not least, a really, big reason God's truths get brushed aside by some, is due to plain, old, rotten behavior. These folks like to push the limits of living sinful, immoral lives while falsely believing they are within their rights to do so; religious or not. I don't understand this one, but it's pretty common. (Psalm 1:6)

Human truth can be hard to find, and more often than not, it disappoints. However, when it comes to God's truths, the type of complications that arise with human truths, are non-existent. (1 Corinthians 8:3) You see, God never lies. He can only tell the truth. The only real truth, God's truth, is right there in your Bible whenever you need it! (Numbers 23:19; 2 Timothy 2:13; John 14:6)

Scripture: Romans 1:18; 1 Thessalonians 1:9; 1 John 5:20; Matthew 13:11; 2 Corinthians 3:15

Prayer: Dear Jesus, no matter what life's situations may bring, may You always guide me into truth, grace, and knowledge of You. Amen

Have a blessed Monday!

Hailey