1-31-15- The truth

Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. (John 17:17)

You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life. These are the very Scriptures that testify about me, (John 5:39)

6Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. 7If you really know me, you will know^b my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.” (John 14)

Thoughts: Jesus describes the Bible as truth (the Old Testament at that point).  It is the word that makes us hope.  The scriptures testify to the living truth (5:39).  Jesus Himself claimed to be the truth.  The truth will ultimately win out and be revealed.  Jesus it the revealed truth for us.  

Prayer: May you sanctify me by your truth.