“Truth refers to what is real, trustworthy, dependable, genuine, or valid. It carries the sense of real-world dependability and genuine disclosure—showing things as they really are.” (Lexham Theological Wordbook)
“The one whose walk is blameless, who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from their heart”. (Psalm 15:2) This is a part of David’s description of those who will dwell with God.
“The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.” (Psalm 145:18)
“An honest witness tells the truth.” (Prov. 12:17)
“Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.” (Prov. 12:19)
“Buy the truth and do not sell it—wisdom, instruction and insight as well.” (Prov. 23:23)
Jesus came full of grace and truth (Jn. 1:14)
Grace and truth came through Jesus Christ (Jn. 1:17)
“But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God.” (Jn. 3:21 NIV)
The truth—it matters more than you think.