27th June 2026

Sanctified By The Truth

"Sanctify them by Your truth.

Your word is truth."

John 17:17

Today's Bible Reading: John 17:9-19.

The Lord Jesus Christ, considered Scripture to be the Word of God. As Christians (Christ followers), we believe the same. Today’s verse shows us that Jesus also viewed Scripture as truth. Not a truth. Not one of many truths. But the truth. For that reason, we affirm that the Bible is infallible and inerrant. But what does that mean exactly? It means that it is incapable of being wrong. In 2 Timothy 3:16, the Bible says: All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. 

This verse confirms that Scripture is God-breathed or “inspired.” Because Scripture comes from God and God does not make mistakes, it follows that His Word is without error. God inspired the speech and text of the authors of Scripture which ensured that, despite their humanity, they were kept from making mistakes. In His sovereignty, God made sure the authors wrote what He intended for them to write. They wrote the very truth of God. 

Prayer: Dear Father thank You for revealing Your truth to me through Your Word. As I read the Bible, sanctify me with Your truth. In Your Son's name I pray. Amen