Every word of God proves true. – Proverbs 30:5

What is truth? Pilate asked this during his interrogation of Christ. Jesus had just told him His purpose for being on the earth, “For this purpose I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world—to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to my voice (John 18:37). Earlier, He told His disciples, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6).

Now that news is largely disseminated online, it can be difficult to tell what is and is not true. Many people question the slant of the news that is broadcast by formerly reputable stations. Viewers and listeners are increasingly turning to other news sources. One thing believers can rely on is the Word of God. What Jesus said 2,000 years ago has practical application to what is going on today. God’s Word is something everyone can count on.

Regardless of what is going on in this world, you can turn to the Lord for direction, comfort, and hope. When the news becomes unnerving, turn it off and tune in to the Lord in prayer and Bible study. Pray for the governing officials and citizens of this nation to be lovers of the truth in Jesus Christ. “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart” (Hebrews 4:12).