" TRUTH "

Why it is important to tell the truth, first Jesus taught about vows. ' You shall not make false vows, But shall fulfill your vows to the Lord' (Matthew 5:33). Here, Jesus was emphasizing the importance of telling the truth. People were breaking promises and using sacred language casually and carelessly. Keeping Oaths and Promises is important; it builds Trust and makes committed human relationships possible. Please listen closely and take stock in what's coming now. The Bible condemn's making vows or taking oaths casually, given your Word while knowing that you won't keep it, or swearing falsely in God's Name (Exodus 20:7; Leviticus 19:12; Numbers 30:1-2; Deuteronomy 19:16-20). Oaths are needed in certain situations only because we live in a sinful society that breeds distrust. Prejudice can blind us to the Truth. Jesus was teaching effectively and wisely, but the people of his hometown saw him as only a carpenter. " He's know better than we are- he's just a common laborer," they said. They were offended that others could be impressed by Jesus and follow him. They rejected his authority because he was one of their peers. They thought they knew him, but their preconceived notions about who he was made it impossible for them to accept his message. Don't let prejudice blind you to the Truth. As you learn more about Jesus, try to see him for who he really is. LAST POINT: Jesus himself is the truth that sets us free. He is the source of the Truth, the perfect standard of what is right. He frees us from the consequences of sin, from self-deception, by Satan. He shows us clearly the way to eternal life with God. Jesus does not give us freedom to do what we want, but freedom to follow God. As we seek to serve God, Jesus' perfect Truth frees us to be all that God meant us to be. Have a great day in the Lord.