Topical Encyclopedia In the Christian theological framework, the concept of God as Truth is foundational and permeates the entirety of Scripture. The Bible presents God not only as the source of all truth but as Truth itself. This entry explores the multifaceted dimensions of God as Truth, drawing from various biblical passages and theological insights.Biblical Foundation The Bible explicitly identifies God with truth. In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word for truth, "emet," is often used to describe God's character. For instance, in Exodus 34:6, God proclaims His nature to Moses, saying, "The LORD, the LORD God, compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and truth." Here, truth is integral to God's identity, underscoring His reliability and faithfulness. In the New Testament, the Greek word "aletheia" is used to convey truth. Jesus Christ, the incarnate Word of God, declares Himself to be the embodiment of truth. In John 14:6, He states, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." This declaration affirms that truth is not merely a concept but is personified in Jesus Christ, who reveals the Father to humanity. God's Truth in Revelation God's truth is revealed through His Word, both written and incarnate. The Scriptures are described as the "word of truth" (2 Timothy 2:15), serving as the ultimate standard for truth in the life of believers. Psalm 119:160 affirms, "The entirety of Your word is truth, and all Your righteous judgments endure forever." This verse highlights the comprehensive nature of God's truth as revealed in the Bible. Moreover, the Holy Spirit, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, is referred to as the "Spirit of truth" (John 16:13). The Spirit's role is to guide believers into all truth, ensuring that God's truth is understood and applied in the life of the Church. God's Truth in Covenant Faithfulness God's truth is also demonstrated in His covenant faithfulness. Throughout the biblical narrative, God remains true to His promises, exemplifying His unwavering commitment to His people. In Deuteronomy 7:9, it is written, "Know therefore that the LORD your God is God; He is the faithful God, keeping His covenant of loving devotion for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments." This covenantal truth is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who inaugurates the New Covenant through His death and resurrection. Hebrews 10:23 encourages believers to "hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful." God's Truth in Moral and Ethical Standards God's truth establishes the moral and ethical standards by which believers are called to live. The Ten Commandments and the teachings of Jesus provide a framework for understanding and living out God's truth in daily life. Ephesians 4:25 exhorts believers, "Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body." Living in accordance with God's truth involves a commitment to honesty, integrity, and righteousness. It requires believers to reject falsehood and deception, aligning their lives with the truth of God's Word. God's Truth and Human Response The human response to God's truth is one of faith and obedience. Believers are called to walk in the truth, as 3 John 1:4 expresses, "I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth." This walk involves a continual process of transformation, as believers are conformed to the image of Christ, who is the Truth. In summary, the concept of God as Truth is central to the Christian faith, encompassing His nature, revelation, covenant faithfulness, moral standards, and the believer's response. Through His Word and Spirit, God reveals His truth, calling His people to live in accordance with His divine reality. Nave's Topical Index Numbers 23:19God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: has he said, and shall he not do it? or has he spoken, and shall he not make it good? Nave's Topical Index Deuteronomy 32:4 1 Samuel 15:29 Psalm 25:10 Psalm 31:5 Psalm 33:4 Psalm 40:10 Psalm 43:3 Psalm 57:3 Psalm 71:22 Psalm 86:11,15 Psalm 89:14 Psalm 91:4 Psalm 100:5 Psalm 108:4 Psalm 117:2 Psalm 132:11 Psalm 138:2 Psalm 146:6 Isaiah 25:1 Isaiah 65:6 Jeremiah 10:10 Daniel 4:37 Daniel 9:13 John 8:26 John 17:17,19 Romans 3:4,7 Titus 1:2 Revelation 6:10 Revelation 15:3 Greek 3716. orthopodeo -- to walk straight ... straight, upright" and 4228 , "foot") -- properly straight-footed; (figuratively) to walk uprightly, ie in conformity to God's truth (used only in Gal 2:14). ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3716.htm - 7k 226. aletheuo -- to speak the truth 4102. pistis -- faith, faithfulness 988. blasphemia -- slander 4396. prophetes -- a prophet (an interpreter or forth-teller of ... 1653. eleeo -- to have pity or mercy on, to show mercy 2784. kerusso -- to be a herald, proclaim 795. astocheo -- to miss the mark 4994. sophronizo -- to recall one to his senses, admonish 4394. propheteia -- prophecy Library The Truth of God Some Carriages of the Adversaries of God's Truth with Me at the ... Prayer Incidents in the Life of Our Lord Whether God is Truth? Whether the Justice of God is Truth? The Truth of God the Promiser; Or, the Promises are Our Security. The Truth, that Christ is God-Man, Presupposed. "God is Endless, Sovereign Truth, --Wisdom, --Love, Not-Made; and ... The Truth, that God Made all Things from Nothing, Rescued from the ... 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