Living Your Truth vs. God's Truth: Understanding Biblical Truth in Today's Culture

May 6, 2025 | The Way of Life Church Blog

Living Your Truth vs. God's Truth: Understanding Biblical Truth in Today's Culture

In a world where "living your truth" has become a popular mantra, it's important to examine what truth really means from a biblical perspective. While personal authenticity sounds noble, we must consider whether individual truth can coexist with absolute truth.

What Does "Living Your Truth" Mean in Today's Culture?

The modern concept of "living your truth" typically means

• Being authentic to yourself
• Following your feelings and intuition
• Not submitting to external authority
• Defining your own path and meaning
• Having no accountability except to yourself

What Does Jesus Say About Truth?

In John 17:17, Jesus prays, "Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth." This reveals several key points:

• Truth is definitive, not relative
• God's Word is the source of truth
• Truth comes through both written Scripture and Jesus as the living Word
• Truth has the power to sanctify (set apart) believers

Why Do We Need God's Truth?

Psalm 119:105 describes God's Word as "a lamp to my feet and a light to my path," teaching us that

• Without divine truth, we walk in spiritual darkness
• God's truth provides both immediate guidance and direction for the future
• Personal truth may feel comfortable but leaves us in darkness
• Only God's truth can truly illuminate our path

How Do Christians Sometimes Reject God's Truth?

Even believers can fall into living their own truth by:

• Justifying decisions by saying "I prayed and felt peace"
• Claiming "that's just who I am" to avoid needed change
• Using Scripture to excuse sin rather than encourage repentance
• Following partial truth rather than all of God's Word

Life Application

This week, consider taking these steps to align with God's truth:

• Begin reading one of the Gospels (like John) to better know Jesus as Truth
• Examine your life for areas where you're following your truth instead of God's

Ask yourself:

• What "personal truths" am I holding onto that contradict Scripture?
• Where am I using feelings to justify disobedience to God's Word?
• How can I better align my life with biblical truth this week?

Remember: True freedom comes not from living your truth, but from knowing and following God's truth. As Jesus said, "You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free" (John 8:32).

Understanding the True King: A Palm Sunday Reflection

April 14, 2025 | The Way of Life Church Blog

Understanding the True King: A Palm Sunday Reflection

On Palm Sunday, Jerusalem erupted in celebration as Jesus entered the city. The crowds shouted "Hosanna!" and waved palm branches, yet many didn't truly understand who they were celebrating. This disconnect between who Jesus really is and who we want Him to be continues today.

Common Misconceptions About Jesus

Many people view Jesus through different lenses that don't reflect His true nature:

• The Political King - Expected to solve national problems
• The Problem-Fixing King - Meant to make life easy
• The Genie King - Grants all our wishes
• The Instant Justice King - Punishes wrongdoers immediately
• The Rule-Free King - Requires no life changes

Why Did Jesus Choose a Donkey?

While great leaders throughout history rode powerful animals to display their strength, Jesus deliberately chose a donkey, fulfilling prophecy and demonstrating His humility. This humble king came not to give us what we want, but what we truly need: salvation from sin and death.

The True Value of Christ's Kingship

Like a parachute on a failing plane is more valuable than any comfort amenities, Jesus' salvation is worth more than any earthly benefits He could provide. The Apostle Paul understood this, declaring himself the "foremost of sinners" yet rejoicing in Christ's mercy - not because of material blessings, but because of grace itself.

What Does It Mean to Follow Jesus?

Following Jesus requires more than casual commitment. We must:

• Deny ourselves completely
• Take up our cross daily
• Follow Him even through difficulties
• Trust His leadership even when the path is challenging

Life Application

This week, examine your view of Jesus:

• Are you seeking Him for who He truly is or for what He can give you?
• In what areas have you been a "flexitarian" follower - picking and choosing when to follow?
• What would it look like to fully surrender to His kingship in every area of your life?

Challenge yourself to identify any false expectations you've placed on Jesus and realign your worship with His true identity as Savior and King. Remember, the path may be difficult, but where He leads ultimately brings life.

Questions for Reflection:

• What type of "king" have I been looking to Jesus to be?
• Am I willing to follow Jesus even when it doesn't match my preferences?
• How can I demonstrate true "Hosanna" (save us) in my daily choices this week?