Reflection:
A belt holds things together. Putting on the belt of truth stops meaning, morality and hope from falling down and breaking on the rocks of meaninglessness, confusion and moral chaos.
Fundamentally, truth is an insight given by God… and it is a precious thing.
It is also emancipating. It frees us from competing opinions, opinions too often rooted in ego and self-interest. Jesus speaks of knowing a truth that will give you meaning and which will release you into your intended destiny. He says, ‘Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free’ (John 8:32).
Truth is a sacred entrustment. Sometimes truth is so big it is almost overwhelming. Often, however, it is a shy thing, with a delicacy that quite belies its profundity.
Do seek it out.
Jesus spoke of a merchant who did not rest until he found the ‘pearl of great price’ (Matthew 13:45-46).
Truth is waiting to be found by the diligent.
Prayer: Dear Lord, the world is fractious, brutal, and full of folly. We are in desperate need of your truth. Please teach us your truth, and make us fruitful in sharing it with others… so that they might know hope.