Discovering the Truth

It's amazing how powerful relationships can be in shaping who we become. The best relationships help us discover the foundational truths of life "on the job" so to speak, amidst the realities, the pressures, the trials of life. Sophie Scholl was initially swept up in the nationalistic fervour of Nazi Germany. But her worldview began to change through heartfelt conversations with her brother, Hans, who'd begun to see through the propaganda. As their relationship deepened, they explored Scripture together, read Christian thinkers like Augustine and Kierkegaard, and came to see truth as something that had to be lived out—even at great cost. Their bond gave her the courage to join the resistance, ultimately leading to her execution at age 21. Sophie's discovery of truth was forged not in isolation, but in relationship—human and divine. Just after Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, two disciples were walking along the road to Ameaus, discussing the traumatic events of the Passover festival. Though Jesus drew alongside them He was the last person they expected to meet, so they didn't recognise Him. But at dinner time ... Luke 24:30-32 When he was at table with them, he took the bread and blessed and broke it and gave it to them. And their eyes were opened, and they recognized him. And he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, "Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?" ESV There's nothing - absolutely nothing! - like a personal encounter with Jesus along the road of life to make God's truth burn in your heart. Nothing. Jesus. That's God's Word. Fresh … for you … today.