The Search for Truth: A Journey Worth Taking

In today’s world, it’s common to hear people say that truth is subjective and that everyone has their own version, and chasing it is like trying to grab smoke. But is that how truth really works? Are we destined to wander endlessly, or can we find, accept, and live by authentic truth? Let’s unpack this idea!

Truth: Knowable, Not Just a Quest

Many think the world can be split into two camps: those eager to discover the truth and those who aren’t. At first, this sounds fair, but if truth is forever elusive, why bother searching for it? Wandering without a goal isn’t a journey; it’s just drifting.

Consider this: When someone says, “No one can know the truth,” they are ironically asserting a truth themselves! They claim to know that truth is unknowable. If that’s the case, that statement itself is a form of truth. It’s like someone shouting, “No one can use a microphone!” They’re using a microphone to make that claim. The very act of debating truth suggests that it exists.

The Bible presents truth not as a puzzling riddle for the select few but as something we can grasp and that can change our lives.

 God’s Truth: Understandable and Clear

If God shared His will with us but made it impossible to comprehend, what would be the point? The idea of revelation implies clear communication. While some parts of the Bible can be tricky, the core message about salvation is accessible to anyone who approaches it with an open heart.

Jesus is central to this conversation. He didn’t just speak about the truth, He is the truth (John 14:6). He illuminates the way in our often-confusing world (John 1:9). Through Him, we find grace and clarity (John 1:17). He shared only what He learned from God (John 8:26, 28) and assured us, “You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32).

Living the Truth

Truth is more than just a concept; it’s a lifestyle. In 1 John 2:3-6, we learn that truly knowing God will be reflected in our actions. It means practicing His teachings and following His example; these are the markers of someone who genuinely connects with the truth.

Embracing truth involves both understanding and experience. You might study a map, but you don’t really know a road until you’ve traveled it. Similarly, we only truly understand the truth when we live it and let it influence who we are.

This is why John expresses joy when he sees his followers walking in truth (3 John 4). Living in truth is not just about having correct beliefs; it’s about allowing that truth to transform our daily lives.

The Role of the Community

Communities play an important part in supporting and sharing the truth (1 Timothy 3:15). This means we not only hold the truth within us but share it openly with others. We should encourage one another to speak the truth lovingly (Ephesians 4:15) and cooperate on our journeys towards growth (Colossians 1:9-10).

Truth is something we embrace and actively pursue throughout our lives. We never stop learning, and even as we deepen our understanding, we hold on to what we've discovered. As we grow in wisdom (2 Peter 3:18), we find ourselves walking more closely with what we hold dear.

The Real Split: Those Who Embrace Truth and Those Who Resist It

Jesus pointed out an essential truth: “If anyone is willing to do His will, they will understand the doctrine” (John 7:17). Recognizing truth is not just a matter of intelligence; it requires a desire to follow it. Some individuals embrace the truth, while others shy away from it.

Paul described people who are “always learning and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth” (2 Timothy 3:7). They might look knowledgeable but lack the willingness to submit to what they discover. If someone insists that truth can’t be known, they subtly undermine the very essence of the Gospel, suggesting that Christ didn’t fulfill His purpose. But the truth is still present, anchored in Him.

Conclusion: Rooted in Truth, Flourishing in Life

All wisdom and knowledge are found in Christ (Colossians 2:3). We don’t need to go beyond Him; we need to root ourselves in Him and grow in the truth we’ve learned (Colossians 2:6-7).

While the world seeks out shifting philosophies, we can take comfort in knowing that there is a steadfast truth that we can embrace and allow to guide us. Let’s embark on this adventure together, striving to discover and embody truth in our lives! Freedom can know us as well.