The Truth: Absolute and Unchanging. Infinite and Incarnate.
Key verse(s)/quote(s):
“What was truth to Abraham is truth to us; what was truth to Paul is truth to us; what was truth to the martyrs is truth to us; what is truth to us will be truth to all generations of the world in all lands, and will be truth for ever. This fact, too, is a just foundation for universal praise…” - Albert Barnes
“The truth of the matter is that all truth is absolute — there are no relative truths. If something really is true, then it really is true everywhere and for everyone.” - Norman Geisler
“Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” - John 14:6
Key takeaway(s):
- The nature of truth is absolute.
- The nature of truth requires a decision.
- We must apply the truth by: Living it, Defending it Without Fear, and Proclaiming it.
Overview:
Among the plethora of topics discussed on this site, Truth remains at the core of all that TiS stands for. The declaration of an absolute, unchanging, infinite and incarnate Truth is what TiS’ sole mission is founded upon (click here for details). Without an accurate and objective understanding of Truth as a philosophical concept, it is impossible to realize the need to seek Truth and understand that it demands exclusivity. For instance, if one were to simply adopt a traditional post-modern view of truth as being relative, one could rest on their laurels as there …
A plea for the Truth and Christianity’s inherent humility…
Below is a letter that I wrote to my uncle in March of 2008 after he visited for a few short days and returned to his home in Stockholm Sweden. My uncle was the first family member I told after I became a Christian. He comes from a Muslim background, as I do, and has strong post-modern views rooted in the familiar mantra of relativism and humanist views focused on being “good” while on earth. We had several intense conversations related to absolute truth and Christ being the only path to salvation. He had clear views on all religions being equal yet different paths and Christianity’s exclusive claim to salvation having a tone of arrogance. I thought I would share this letter with all of you and perhaps it may help in your evangelistic dialogues with others…
Dearest ,
I write this email just after you have left our house and hopefully successfully made it onto your plane for Ottawa. The reason I write this email now is to express my gratitude and love for you and your cause.
Without question, I understand and value and appreciate the efforts you made this weekend and the intention that was seeded in you across the ocean to come to help my family - your family and your sister. This IS love and it is ALWAYS felt - love is a unique characteristic because it can never be overcome with darkness.. Love never fails. Below is a famous passage from the Bible that describes love (you can check it to ensure it matches your version… I assure you it does …
