To tell the truth, I don’t know who’s telling the truth.
What “truth” do you question?
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- Opinion parading as truth
- Anything quoting anonymous sources or experts
- One-sided fact-checkers
- Clickbait headlines
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Here’s an intriguing thought from the Apostle Paul:
Romans 3:7-8 (ERV)
Someone might say, “When I lie, it really gives God glory, because my lie makes his truth easier to see. So why am I judged a sinner?” It would be the same to say, “We should do evil so that good will come.”
That’s some messed up thinking.
It’s craziness. I’m glad God and His Word are true, reliable, and trustworthy. Thank you for this word.
I agree, Norma. Without the truth of God’s Word, we’d have no tool for measuring the world’s truth. Thanks be to God!
Being part of a somewhat toxic family, I found myself constantly defending (usually against lies). A friend said “you don’t have to attend every argument you’re invited to. Quiet them -ignore, silence”. Finally winning, not involved in the drama. Years later, I realized my safe place was a weapon. I was actually stating “You’re not worth my thoughts or time or energy, stay back!” I am still in learning mode, it’s not easy. Messed up thinking, yep! And yet, I still have this feeling of dread that I’m in a world seemingly bent on shutting down kindness, truthfulness. I thank you for your generous pieces of wisdom you share, letting us get close enough to touch them!
There’s solid truth in your friend’s advice, Sue. Kudos to you for taking it to heart!
As to those bent on shutting down truthfulness and kindness–I doubt even they want to live in that kind of world. I know I wouldn’t. But as you said, we all have a sacred “safe space” — thanks be to God!