Holding Fast to Truth Pt.2

This powerful message centers on John 8:31-32, where Jesus declares that continuing in His word makes us true disciples who will know the truth that sets us free. The emphasis here is on the word 'continue'—not just starting with God's truth, but persistently living it out regardless of circumstances. We're challenged to examine whether we're truly abiding in God's word or merely giving it casual attention. The sermon draws a direct line from Satan's deception of Eve in Genesis through the early church's struggles with false teaching, right into our modern context where partial truths and emotional responses often replace solid biblical foundation. The key insight is that deception hasn't changed its tactics—it still works by introducing small distortions, appealing to feelings over truth, and causing us to speak contrary to God's word. Our defense is simple yet demanding: we must feed on, speak, and live God's truth consistently. When we face medical diagnoses, financial pressures, or family conflicts, we're confronted with a choice—will we agree with the facts of our circumstances or with the truth of God's word? The message makes clear that truth always trumps facts, but we can only receive what we have faith to believe. This isn't about denying reality; it's about declaring a higher reality found in Scripture and refusing to let our mouths nullify our prayers through negative confession.