Social media has become a cesspool of false information. To make things worse, Facebook, Twitter and other social media companies have made it their business to police information on their platforms. Their efforts are often criticized as being inconsistent and biased. At times they have even removed truthful information in their zeal to quash falsehood.
Among the dangers we face today, there is a temptation to dilute the truth, due to personal bias or preference. While this has become common place in our society, it robs truth of its meaning and power. Some news media outlets are criticized for biased interviews and reporting.
These days, it is difficult to trust anyone. The truth has nearly become extinct in our society. We can't believe politicians, the news media and even those in the church.
Truth is more than just an abstract theory, it is a major component to a properly functioning society. We need a revival of truth.
Pilate must have thought that truth was just a philosophical subject. He asked the question, “What is truth?” Pilate was clueless. Most Americans are, too.
The answer to Pilate's question was right in front of him. In John 14:6, Jesus said, “I am … the truth.” Like Pilate, our society can't see the forest for the trees. Truth is more than an abstract concept, it involves the unadulterated facts that constitute reality. At the core of the truth is the Person of Truth, Jesus Christ. Thus the battle over truth is not a political, social or philosophical battle, it is a spiritual battle that costs people their souls.
Some feel that the battle over truth is not worth the cost. I declare that apathy will cost far more than any battle for truth.
Rejecting the truth does not destroy the truth, it merely reveals the nature of the person who rejects it. The truth may sometimes hurt, but it is always better than falsehood.
Don't be content to believe just anything, regardless of its popularity. Examine everything according to the standard of truth, including your own life.
There is an old saying that goes, “The truth will stand when the world is on fire.” Though this is not technically a Biblical quote, the substance of the quote is true. Ultimately, every person on earth will face judgment before a holy God. Each person will be judged based upon the truth.
What is truth? It is the unadulterated, genuine fact that Jesus is Lord and His Word is absolutely trustworthy.
Know the truth. Speak the truth. Live the truth.
Don't settle for anything less.
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