There is so much said about our Lord, Jesus Christ in the Bible. The entire history of the Old Testament was pointing toward Jesus. The four Gospel accounts tell us about His life. Truth is important with God. The word “true” is used referring to Jesus and His character. Let us look at a few instances.
In John 1:9, we read, “That was the true Light which gives light to every man coming into the world” (NKJV). In the beginning of the book, John discussed the Word – Jesus – before He came to earth. Jesus came to earth to be our spiritual light. If we follow Him, we will never be in darkness.
In John 6:32, we read, “Then Jesus said to them, ‘Most assuredly, I say to you, Moses did not give you the bread from heaven, but My Father gives you the true bread from heaven.’” When the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness, God gave them manna to eat. Jesus said He is the true bread that gives spiritual life. If we continue to feed on Jesus, we will never starve spiritually. We will have life.
In John 15:1, we read, “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser.” We must be branches of the spiritual vine – Jesus. If we stay connected to Him, we will receive the nutrients and water we need for a proper spiritual life.
In 1 John 5:20, we read, “And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us an understanding, that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true, in His Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God and eternal life.” People around the world have all kinds of gods, but Jesus is the true God. He is the only One Who can give spiritual life.
In Revelation 3:14, we read, “And to the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write, ‘These things says the Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God.’” Jesus is our true witness before the Father. He will always speak the truth in our defense. Therefore, it is necessary to make sure we are in Christ.
In Revelation 19:11, we read, “Now I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse. And He who sat on him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and makes war.” Jesus Christ is the only true judge. He will judge according to His Word, which is Truth.
I am glad we have a true God. I am thankful He was willing to come to earth and to die for me. Read and study your Bible. Learn all you can about Him and make sure you obey Him. If any of this is hard to understand, ask an adult to help you.
