What is the truth?

When I was young, I thought the world was easy. Things were right or wrong. True or false. Black or white. Almost like science: you can prove if something is good or bad. But the reality isn’t always that clear. When you promise something to someone else, you may find yourself in a debate later about the interpretation of that promise. I thought I said one thing; people heard another. I experience that a lot in my marriage and in my family. Or discussions on the soccer field: was it a penalty or not? Even a video referee doesn’t always bring clarity. And do we deal with climate change or not? That certainly causes many debates. What is the truth?

Please take a couple of minutes to watch this powerful video clip from The Life of Jesus down below.

In the final moments of His life, Jesus stands before Pilate, the ruler of the country. His decisions become laws. He has the power to set Jesus free. It’s fascinating that Jesus is not trying to get free. Jesus tells Pilate where He is from and the purpose of His life. Very honest and clear.

Then Pilate asks Him if He is a king. Jesus replies, “I am King, and people who care for truth recognize My voice.” Pilate responds with, “What is the truth?” Just like now, there were debates about the truth at that time. Pilate didn’t understand it all, but he knew that Jesus had done nothing wrong. As a judge, he did not find any fault. As the ruler of the country, he wanted to release Jesus. He knew Jesus had spoken the truth. He even calls Jesus “the King of the Jews.”

Friend, what is your view on the truth? Can there ever be one truth? What about Jesus? Do you believe Him when He says that He is THE truth? What does that mean?

Bible reference: John 18:28-40

Don’t forget: You are a miracle!

Jan-Willem Bosman