“Truth hurts!” That\u2019s what they say. And I do agree, for the most part, but perhaps not entirely. One aspect of truth is that, as the Lord Jesus Christ says, it also brings freedom\u2014it frees people (John 8:30-38). While Jesus primarily speaks of truth in relation to freeing us from sin, I believe this idea applies to many aspects of reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What also comes to mind about truth is its connection to love\u2014specifically, God\u2019s unconditional love. “Love does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth” (1 Corinthians 13:6). It’s interesting that in this verse, “unrighteousness” seems to be contrasted with “truth” or “sin” with “truth.” Originally, I thought the opposite of truth was simply a lie. But I\u2019ve come to see that truth isn\u2019t just about facts\u2014it\u2019s something deeper, something alive, because Christ Himself said, ‘I am the Truth.’<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In 1 Corinthians 13:6, it says that Love\u2014God\u2019s unconditional love\u2014rejoices with the truth. And yet, understanding Proverbs 27:6 (NIV): “Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses,” we see that while truth can hurt, it\u2019s for our own good. Deception, even if it appears pleasant or enticing, can lead us to destruction and sin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, perhaps the challenge or question we must ask ourselves is: \u201cAre we telling the truth to others? Are we being true to them? Are we pursuing the Truth?\u201d We should be careful how we view “truth,” because Christ Himself said, “He is the Truth.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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