What is truth?
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Explore the profound insights from scripture and saints on the essence of truth and faith. From the teachings of Jesus, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, to the encouragements from Blessed Giorgio Frassati and St. Augustine, this reflection highlights the importance of living with purpose and dedication to the truth. Discover how the Spirit of Truth guides us and how our faith shapes our lives, urging us to seek wisdom and understanding in God’s household, the Church. Embrace the journey of living authentically through love and humility.
What is truth?
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Presentation Transcript
“To live without faith, without a steady struggle for the truth… that is not living, merely existing.” Blessed Giorgio Frassati
“But when he, the Spirit of Truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears.” John 16:13
For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened. Matthew 7:7
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12
“If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31
Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them. Matthew 7:19
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.” John 15
“You will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God’s household, which is the Church of the living God… The pillar and foundation of the truth.” 1 Timothy 3:15
“Do you wish to rise? Begin by descending. You plan a tower that will pierce the clouds? Lay first the foundation of humility.” St. Augustine
“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.” Matthew 7:24