The Whole Truth, and Nothing but the Truth

In today’s crumbling society, lies seem to be the foundation of everything. Politics, media, relationships, and more are plagued with this epidemic, and the only cure for it is truth; but in a world of constant change, where can we go for solid truth that never changes?

Jesus answered that when He said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.”

But so many other people have made the same claim; what separates Jesus’ words from theirs? In my mind, the separation is that in His Word, God claims to have created the world, be in control of everything that happens, and love the people He created to serve Him even though we run from Him; but so much more important than that, He follows through with all His claims. I know I can trust what He says because of who He is.

Yet all too often, I am guilty of allowing lies to rule in my mind and actions. All the times I either stay stuck in the guilt and shame of my sin or try to fix my problems myself are the times my actions say that God is not who He says He is. He can and He will take care of me when I kneel at the foot of the cross.

The Bible gives us God’s perfect standard that we can never reach; but it also tells the other side of the story, of His mercy and grace that can right my wrongs. Since I claim to believe that the Bible is true, I need to live it. I need to follow His laws, and rely on His grace to catch me when I fall short.

John 8:32 says, “And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Freedom in Christ comes when I submit to the truth and live it out. I know all this is easier said than done, but God promises that it will all be worth it in the end.