Written by REVELATIONS FOR TODAY by Pastor Michael Obata
John 17:17 – New King James Version (NKJV)
17 Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.
Truth is often defined as a proven or verified statement of fact. It is also defined as that which is the supreme reality and has the ultimate meaning and value of existence. The word of GOD found in the bible is truth. GOD designed us to function and rely on HIS word which is infallible. The truth of the word of GOD is in different levels, and as we mature spiritually, we grow from one level to higher levels. We begin to understand the difference between the facts of science and the revealed knowledge of GOD’s truth. This causes grace and peace to be multiplied in our lives (2 Peter 1:2).
The bible in Hosea 4:6 says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I also will reject you from being priest for Me; ………” If Christians and people all over the world took GOD’s word seriously, they would fulfil their purpose in life, prosper and have good success (Joshua 1:8). GOD’s Word is the embodiment of knowledge and wisdom. The Word of GOD makes us whole, holy and purified. This activates the physical manifestation of every spiritual blessing that we have, for we are already been blessed in CHRIST JESUS. GOD is interested in the true worshippers. That is those that worship HIM in spirit and in truth (John 4:23-24). To worship the FATHER in truth is to rely fully on the integrity of HIS word. The truth is so important that in the bible it is described as one of the weapons of our warfare. The HOLY SPIRIT describes it through the apostle Paul, in Ephesians 6:14, which says “Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, …….” The belt holds together most of the other weapons. A Christians reliance and belief in the truth causes the Christian to be indestructible, to walk in wisdom, in Christian moral courage, and integrity.
A Christian can make confessions, quote the scriptures from Genesis to Revelation, but if the Word of GOD is not held in their hearts (spirit) as truth, it will be impossible to function in the blessings of GOD. We shouldn’t be Christians that live based on the knowledge of the world, or science or whatever traditions/cultures handed down to us, which is inconsistent with the truth of GOD’s Word. To worship the FATHER in truth is to accept the truth of HIS word and put that truth, HIS WORD, into practice in our everyday living. Not relying on the Word of GOD as truth causes a Christian to respond in fear and selfishness. Relying on the Word of GOD as truth makes us a doer of the Word and not just a hearer (James 1:22-25).
Our LORD Jesus Christ in HIS teachings in the book of John 8:32, says “………. “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” When we meditate and practice the word of GOD diligently and consistently, we are made free from the shackles of poverty, disappointment, stagnancy, failure, sicknesses, and every negativity in this world. Put the truth – the Word of GOD to practice. Let it be your lifestyle, and you will be sanctified, and in turn begin to experience the supernatural: GOD doing exceedingly abundantly above your expectations, asking and imaginations, in ways beyond human comprehension. Praise GOD!
Scripture meditation
James 1:18, 22-25; 2 Timothy 3:16; John 15:3; Matthew 13:15; John 8:32; & Psalms 1:1-3.
Prayer
Glorious FATHER, thank You for the truth of Your word that causes me to prosper and fulfil Your will and purpose for my life. I receive the grace to walk consistently in the integrity of Your WORD that shall cause me to bear fruit worthy of Your Kingdom. In JESUS’ NAME.
Confession
The Word of GOD is truth; I am cleansed, sanctified, and glorified by the Word of GOD.