The Word of God is Truth

When we think about the Word of God, we usually think of two things. We think of Jesus, who was in the beginning with God and was God (John 1:1). We also think of the holy scriptures. According to 2 Tim 3:16-17 in The Message, “Every part of Scripture is God-breathed and useful one way or another—showing us truth, exposing our rebellion, correcting our mistakes, training us to live God’s way. Through the Word we are put together and shaped up for the tasks God has for us.” 

Today, we’re focusing on the holy scriptures which show us the truth. As we seek truth, we seek God’s Word. It is the Truth. In God’s Word, we learn who we are as Christ followers. According to Ephesians 1, we are blessed, chosen, predestined to adoption, accepted, redeemed through His blood, forgiven of sins, and sealed with the Holy Spirit. That is the truth. Whenever we tell ourselves something different or someone calls us something different, we can stand on these declarations because this is directly from God’s Word. It doesn’t matter how we feel or if our thoughts don’t line up with the Word. The Word is true. 

This is one of the reasons it’s so important for us to know the Word of God. It is a strong weapon for us against the wiles of the devil. According to Heb 4:12, the Word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword. The Word of God is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. It is through God’s Word that we distinguish between right and wrong. God’s Word does not return void (Isa 55:11). God’s Word accomplishes everything He speaks. God keeps every promise He makes even when we step out of line and make bad choices. If God speaks a thing, it happens because He said so. 

While so many today live lives according to their own truth and what they want to do, whether it helps or hinders anyone else, we can stand on The Truth. God’s Word is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path (Psa 119:105). Through it, we know the Truth and the Truth will set us free (John 8:32).