Thinking of the truth and most of us have heard or said the phrase “The Truth Will Set You Free”. But what does that mean and how are we to apply it.
I recently received my performance evaluation at the office and whereas my overall rating was pretty good, the part I believe I was most proud of was in the area of the company core value of “Trust and Integrity” where I received the highest possible rating. To go along with that, my leader made sure to tell me that whatever happens to be going on or whatever the situation he could count on me for the truth.
“19Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment.” – Proverbs 12:19 (ESV)
There were times when I was younger that I would tell fibs in order to stay out of trouble (I am sure that you know where I am coming from). I would have to constantly be on my toes to keep my story straight. Making sure that I could stay ahead of the lies and protect myself.
On the contrast, telling the truth or being truthful would always allow for rest. Yes, the consequences were there, but I was afforded rest as I was not constantly looking over my shoulder for someone trying to “catch” me. That rest is some of the best rest I have ever gotten.
God’s Word is truth and it has been tested, over and over and over again. Every time being proven and standing up to the scrutiny. What a fantastic thing for us to live out. Freedom and rest abound knowing that what we know is true and when we speak God’s Word, we are speaking truth.
So there is the meaning of the phrase “The Truth Will Set You Free”, and how we can apply it.
What truth have you been avoiding? What lies are you allowing to ruin your rest? What actions can you take to allow truth to endure?
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