Whatever Is True
By Cathie Ostapchuk
Philippians 4:8 — “Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
In a world filled with noise, confusion, and competing voices, truth can feel like a moving target. But truth isn’t an idea—it’s a Person. Jesus said, “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.” When we center our lives on Him, truth becomes not just something we know, but something we live.
Truth that grounds us anchors our hearts in who God is. Before truth can shape our leadership or our lives, it must first still our souls. In His presence, we are reminded that truth isn’t determined by culture, emotion, or opinion—it’s revealed by the One who is Truth. This grounding helps us stand firm when everything else feels uncertain.
Truth that transforms us invites us into renewal. Transformation begins when we allow God to show us where we’ve believed lies—about Him, about ourselves, and about others. As He gently exposes falsehood, He replaces it with freedom:
“Renew my mind by Your Word, Lord. Let me live from who You say I am, not from what the world says.”
Truth that calls us propels us forward in purpose. Truth doesn’t leave us standing still; it beckons us to walk in courage. To lead, to speak, to act. It whispers: “This is the way—walk in it.” Truth calls us to integrity, to speak life, to embody grace in every space we occupy.
Truth that sends us commissions us to live what we believe. We are sent into a world desperate for honesty and hope, not as critics, but as carriers of grace and bearers of light.
“Give me courage to speak truth in love and to embody grace and integrity wherever I go.”
So we pray:
Open our hearts, silence the noise, and align our minds with Your Word.
Let truth rise.
Let grace abound.
Let freedom flow.
And may Your Church awaken to all that is true, good, and beautiful in You.
Truth revealed. Truth received. Truth lived.
This is the journey we’re on together.
If your heart longs for a space to pause, reflect, and be renewed in truth—join us at Whatever Is True, a one-day gathering designed to help you remember who you are and Whose you are.
“You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” — John 8:32