May 5
The Truth
Sets You Free
John 8:31-32
To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
Daily Steps
When the daily mindset is imprisoned by fear, guilt, or confusing doctrines, the new believer finds liberation and lasting peace in Jesus’ promise: the truth will set you free.
The peace in this promise is found in the three-step process of discipleship:
Commitment to Teaching: The journey begins with the condition: "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples." To "hold to" (or abide in) Christ's teaching means consistently reading, studying, and applying His Word. This is the foundation of a truth-based, peaceful mindset.
Experiential Knowledge: The next step is experiential: "Then you will know the truth." Knowledge of God's Word moves from mere information to a deep, personal conviction that shapes your inner reality.
Guaranteed Freedom: The ultimate result is spiritual liberation: "and the truth will set you free." This freedom is the release from the anxiety, condemnation, and deception that keep your mind captive. It is the peace of knowing your identity, your purpose, and your security in Christ.
Your daily peace is secured by your commitment to abide in Christ's teaching. When you commit to the Word, the Word commits to freeing your mind and soul.
Reflective Question
What specific lie or fear (e.g., "I'm not forgiven," "I can't change") is currently holding your peace captive? How can you commit to holding to a specific teaching of Jesus today so that the truth will set you free from that mental prison?
Prayer
Lord Jesus, I confess the lies that hold my mind captive and steal my peace. I commit today to hold to Your teaching and to be Your true disciple. I pray that through Your Word, I will know the truth and experience the perfect freedom that truth provides. Secure my mind and heart in Your liberating truth today. Amen.
