The Truth

None of the above-mentioned developments has anything to do with the truth. This truth is the entire body of Christian teachings as found in the Bible. (2 Corinthians 4:2; Titus 1:1, 14; 2 John 1-4) The Bible is the one and only source of truth. -John 17:17; 2 Timothy 3:16.

However, the enemy of Jehovah, of truth, of humankind, and of everlasting life-Satan the Devil, the "manslayer" and the "father of the lie" -has used a variety of devious ways to adulterate that truth. (John 8:44; compare 2Corinthians 11:3) Among the most powerful tools he has used are the teachings of pagan Christian philosophers-actually a reflection of his own thinking-in an effort to alter the content and nature of Christian teachings.

This unnatural blending of Christian teaching with Greek philosophy is an attempt to dilute Bible truth, diminishing its strength and appeal to the meek, sincere, and teachable truth seekers. ( 1Corinthians 3:1, 2, 19, 20) It also tends to defile the purity of crystal-clear Biblical doctrine, making the line between truth and falsehood appear fuzzy.

Today, under the direction of the Head of the congregation, Jesus Christ, true Christian teaching has been restored. Also, sincere seekers of truth can very easily identify the true Christian congregation by its fruits. (Matthew 7:16, 20) Jehovah's Witnesses are willing and eager to help such ones find the unadulterated waters of truth and to assist them to get a firm hold on the inheritance of everlasting life offered by our Father, Jehovah. - John 4:14; 1 Timothy 6:19.

Next time: Living By Faith In God's Promises

Watchtower,1999