1. There are different ways to view things that produce freedom. Some are from God, others from Satan

2. Introduction  Geographical truth—Austin is the capital of Texas, not Dallas or San Antonio  Historical truth—George Washington was our first President under the Constitution, not Abraham Lincoln or Barak Obama  Mathematical truth—two plus two equal four, not three or five  Chemical truth—two molecules of hydrogen and one of oxygen yields water, not sulfuric acid or salt  Biological truth—if you plant a tomato seed, you get a tomato plant, not corn or bean plants

3. Introduction  Every realm of our existence has the understanding of truth.  Truth Is ALWAYS present.  The word “truth” is defined as “conformity to fact or reality.”  Truth never changes, it is always right and real while the facts may change.

4. Introduction  In many ways, Bible Truths are handled differently. Or so man thinks.  Many have freed themselves from God’s word so as to sin anyway they want without bothering their conscience.  Some change the truth into a lie to promote their own doctrines, beliefs, and teachings.  Many question whether Truth is possible in the religious realm.  Many make up their own truth.

5. The Truth That Frees  John 8:28-32  Jesus here tells us that the only way by which we can be made free from sin is through the truth.  Specifically following the instructions from the truth.  This also implies that unless we are made free from sin by the truth, we are still in our sins and will be lost.  So, what does the Bible say about The Truth That Frees?

6. The Truth That Frees Is:  The word of God  Jesus said so: Jn. 17:17 God’s word is truth.  He illustrated the importance of the word in conversion: Luke 8:11-15—seed is the word of God.  Hearing the word should produce faith Romans 10:17.  This is the first step, but then we must be doers: Jas. 1:22-25 doers of the word.

7. The Truth That Frees Is:  That which should be preached  Paul said so: Ephesians 4:11-15  Since the truth that frees is the word, when we preach the word, we’re preaching the truth: 2 Timothy 4:1-2—preach the word  This is precisely what Jesus wants: Mark 16:15-16, great commission.  Acts 8:4—they went everywhere preaching the word.

8. The Truth That Frees:  Must be known and understood  Again, Paul said so: 1 Timothy 2:3-4—God desires all men to be saved.  The idea of “knowing” implies understanding: Ephesians 5:17 –but understand what the will of the Lord is.  But how can we come to understand it?  Ephesians 3:3-5—by study. Reading Paul’s understanding  2 Timothy 2:15—study to show yourself approved of God.

9. The Truth That Frees:  Should be received and believed  Once more, Paul said so: 1 Thessalonians 2:13  The idea of “receiving” implies believing: John 1:12—as many as received...gave them right to become children of God  Receiving and believing the word or truth frees because it saves our souls: James 1:21—receive the word implanted which is able to save your souls.

10. The Truth That Frees:  Must be obeyed  Peter said so: 1 Peter 1:22—purified your souls by obedience to the truth.  The benefits of obeying the truth: Romans 6:17-18— no longer slaves of sin.  The consequences of not obeying the truth: 2 Thessalonians 1:7-9—render out retribution to those who know not God, nor keep His commandments.

11. The Truth That Frees:  Can be ignored.  This is what Satan wants.  When you have no rules to follow, you can do what you please.  When there are no rules, there is no standard of authority or judgment.  You become free of feeling you are doing something wrong.

12. Conclusion  Religious error, no matter how honestly and sincerely believed, can not make one free from sin—only the truth can do that.  You have heard the truth.  Do you understood it? do you believe it?, and have you obeyed the truth that you might be saved and made free from sin?