Loving the truth

They perish because they did not accept the love of the truth and so be saved. (2 Thessalonians 3:10)

We live in a world where the idea of truth, especially moral truth, is disappearing.

Things once considered morally wrong are no longer looked upon that way. Especially when it comes to sex, sexual orientation, and gender. This leads to “freedom” and “happiness,” people claim.

But the truth is, the end result will be that they perish.

And when Antichrist comes with all his miracles, signs, and wonders, they will be easily deceived because he will preach everything they already believe.

He himself will delight in unrighteousness just as they do, and so they will embrace him.

Paul’s words to the Romans ring truer than ever.

Although they know God’s just sentence—that those who practice such things deserve to die,—they not only do them, but even applaud, others who practice them. (Romans 1:32)

So what is the answer? Embrace truth. When God’s word conflicts with the “truth” the world is teaching, hold tightly to God’s word. As Paul said,

So then, brothers and sisters, stand firm and hold to the traditions you were taught, whether by what we said or what we wrote. (15)

If you embrace God’s truth, you will never have to worry about being deceived.