In the biblical context, "truths" refer to the divine realities and principles revealed by God through His Word, the Bible. Truth is a central theme in Scripture, reflecting God's nature and His expectations for humanity. The Bible presents truth as absolute, unchanging, and foundational to the Christian faith.

Nature of Truth

Truth in the Bible is often synonymous with God's character. In John 14:6, Jesus declares, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." This statement underscores the belief that truth is not merely a concept but is embodied in the person of Jesus Christ. God's truth is eternal and unchanging, as seen in Psalm 119:160: "The entirety of Your word is truth, and all Your righteous judgments endure forever."

Truth in God's Word

The Scriptures are presented as the ultimate source of truth. In John 17:17, Jesus prays, "Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth." This highlights the transformative power of God's Word, which purifies and sets believers apart for His purposes. The Bible is seen as the authoritative guide for faith and practice, providing wisdom and instruction for righteous living.

Truth and the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is described as the "Spirit of truth" in John 16:13: "However, when the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth." The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in illuminating the Scriptures, helping believers understand and apply God's truths to their lives. The Spirit's guidance ensures that Christians remain anchored in truth amidst a world of deception.

Truth and the Church

The Church is called to be the "pillar and foundation of the truth" (1 Timothy 3:15). This responsibility involves upholding and proclaiming the truths of the Gospel, defending the faith against false teachings, and living out the truth in love. Ephesians 4:15 encourages believers to "speak the truth in love," emphasizing the importance of truth in building up the body of Christ.

Truth and Personal Conduct

Believers are exhorted to live in accordance with the truth. Ephesians 4:25 instructs, "Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body." Truthfulness is a reflection of one's relationship with God and is essential for maintaining integrity and trust within the Christian community.

Truth and Freedom

Truth is liberating, as Jesus states in John 8:32: "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." This freedom is not merely from sin but also from the bondage of falsehood and deception. Embracing God's truths leads to spiritual freedom and a deeper relationship with Him.

Truth in the Last Days

The Bible warns of a time when truth will be rejected, and people will turn to myths and false teachings. 2 Timothy 4:3-4 cautions, "For the time will come when men will not tolerate sound doctrine, but with itching ears they will gather around themselves teachers to suit their own desires. So they will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths." This prophecy underscores the importance of remaining steadfast in the truth, especially in the face of widespread apostasy.

In summary, biblical truths are foundational to the Christian faith, reflecting God's nature and His will for humanity. They are revealed through Scripture, illuminated by the Holy Spirit, and are to be upheld by the Church. Believers are called to live by these truths, experiencing the freedom and transformation they bring.(n.) Plural of Truth.4907. sunesis -- a running together, spec. understanding
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2727. katecheo -- to teach by word of mouth
... to," which intensifies 2278 , "to sound") -- properly, "sound down," ie learn exactly
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4793. sugkrino -- to combine, compare
... Positively, 4793 ("closely compare") means grasping truths as they are ""
into one entity, ie where each is understood (, 1 Cor 2:14). ...
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3100. matheteuo -- to be a disciple, to make a disciple
... helping someone to the Word of God to become a matured, growing (literally, "a learner,"
a true Christ-follower); to train (develop) in the truths of Scripture ...
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3466. musterion -- a mystery or secret doctrine
... the NT: the counsels of God, once hidden but now revealed in the Gospel or some
fact thereof; the Christian revelation generally; particular truths or details ...
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141. hairetikos -- causing division
... Cognate: 141 (an adjective, derived from 138 , "to choose, have a distinctive opinion")
-- a person, specializing in half-truths and misimpressions "to win ...
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5047. teleiotes -- completeness, perfection
... See 5056 (). 5047 ("") particularly then suggests the of truths (stages of spiritual
growth), the culmination of which also supports future consummation. ...
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Out of These Truths, of which they Doubt not Whose Inward Eye Thou ...
... Book XII Chapter XX Out of these truths, of which they doubt not whose inward
eye Thou hast enabled? Out of these truths, of which ...
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And Therefore, Sir, no Truths Concerning the Divine and Heavenly ...
... [Way-2-19] And therefore, sir, no truths concerning the divine and heavenly
life are to be brought? And therefore, sir, no truths ...
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Some Truths Held Even by the Heathen they Were, However, More ...
... Chapter III."Some Truths Held Even by the Heathen They Were, However, More
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... [Way-2-113] Hence all these truths plainly follow: first, that faith?
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Nicholas Tells the Master Wholesome Truths
... CHAPTER III NICHOLAS TELLS THE MASTER WHOLESOME TRUTHS. THE Master made
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Truths (15 Occurrences)
... (n.) Plural of Truth. Multi-Version Concordance Truths (15 Occurrences). John
17:8 For the truths which Thou didst teach me I have taught them. ...
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Earthly (39 Occurrences)
... 1) John 3:12, "if I told you earthly things," ie things which are realized on earth,
things within the circle of human observation, truths of subjective ...
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Prophet (315 Occurrences)
... to the prophets whom God raised up among the people was "to correct moral and religious
abuses, to proclaim the great moral and religious truths which are ...
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Secret (341 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 2:7 But in dealing with truths hitherto kept secret we speak of God's
wisdom--that hidden wisdom which, before the world began, God pre-destined ...
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General (9 Occurrences)
... a title of honor, being applied to writings used by the initiated in esoteric circles
and highly valued by them as containing truths miraculously revealed and ...
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Apocryphal
... a title of honor, being applied to writings used by the initiated in esoteric circles
and highly valued by them as containing truths miraculously revealed and ...
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Hitherto (34 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 2:7 But in dealing with truths hitherto kept secret we speak of God's
wisdom--that hidden wisdom which, before the world began, God pre-destined ...
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Taught (134 Occurrences)
... these things. (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS NAS RSV NIV). John 17:8 For the truths
which Thou didst teach me I have taught them. And they ...
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Imputation
... in historical form, either of a psychological fact, ie of something which takes
place in every individual, or of certain general truths concerning sin. ...
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Carried (327 Occurrences)
... There for three months he continued to preach fearlessly, explaining in words which
carried conviction the truths which concern the Kingdom of God. (WEY). ...
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