Topical Bible: Truth: The Evil People: Plead not For

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In the biblical context, truth is a fundamental attribute of God and a cornerstone of His divine nature. It is the standard by which all things are measured and the foundation upon which justice and righteousness stand. The Scriptures consistently emphasize the importance of truth, both in the character of God and in the lives of His followers. However, there is a clear distinction made between those who embrace truth and those who reject it, particularly among the wicked or evil people.

Biblical References:

1. God as the Source of Truth:
· "Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth." (John 17:17)
· "The LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call out to Him in truth." (Psalm 145:18)

2. The Nature of Evil People:
· Evil people are often characterized by their rejection of truth and their embrace of deceit and falsehood. The Bible warns against pleading for or defending those who persist in wickedness and falsehood.
· "The wicked are estranged from the womb; the liars go astray from birth." (Psalm 58:3)
· "They bend their tongues like their bows; lies instead of truth prevail in the land, for they proceed from evil to evil, and they do not know Me," declares the LORD. (Jeremiah 9:3)

3. Pleading Not for the Wicked:
· The Scriptures caution against interceding for those who are resolute in their evil ways, as their hearts are hardened against the truth. The prophet Jeremiah was instructed not to plead for the people who had turned away from God.
· "As for you, do not pray for these people. Do not offer a plea or petition on their behalf, and do not beg Me, for I will not listen to you." (Jeremiah 7:16)
· "Therefore do not pray for these people, nor offer any plea or petition for them, because I will not listen when they call to Me in their time of disaster." (Jeremiah 11:14)

4. The Consequences of Rejecting Truth:
· Those who reject truth and persist in evil are subject to God's judgment. The Bible makes it clear that there is a divine consequence for those who choose falsehood over truth.
· "For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth by their wickedness." (Romans 1:18)
· "They perish because they refused the love of the truth that would have saved them." (2 Thessalonians 2:10)

5. The Call to Uphold Truth:
· Believers are called to uphold truth in their lives, reflecting the character of God and standing as witnesses to His righteousness. The pursuit of truth is a mark of genuine faith and discipleship.
· "Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one another." (Ephesians 4:25)
· "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things." (Philippians 4:8)

In summary, the Bible presents truth as an essential aspect of God's nature and a vital component of a righteous life. While believers are encouraged to live by and advocate for truth, they are also warned against pleading for those who persist in evil and reject the truth, as such actions are contrary to God's will and justice.

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Isaiah 59:4
None calls for justice, nor any pleads for truth: they trust in vanity, and speak lies; they conceive mischief, and bring forth iniquity.
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