When Jesus stood before Pontius Pilate prior to his crucifixion, he made an amazing statement concerning his purpose for coming. He asserted, “I have come into this world to bear witness to the truth.” (John 18:37) It could be argued that truth is mankind’s greatest need, for truth gives light and light shows the way through darkness. The very world in which we live and wherein we walk daily is engulfed by darkness. Friend, we need truth and, by that, I mean the kind of truth on which we can rely and govern not only our days, but our lives.
There are many voices that claim to be the truth – our government, the news media, our educational institutions, churches, the ever ubiquitous internet, and even our own opinions. We hear them daily and, yet, we are left wondering, “Can I rely upon this wholly? Can I place my full weight upon this with undiminished confidence?”
The truth to which the Lord bears witness rises above the clamor of these voices and invites all who will hear his voice to come unto him and find the rest their souls desire. Why is that? Because he is both the truth and the light and when we have truth and light, the way is plain and the turmoil of uncertainty vanishes.
These are very uncertain times for sure. But, frankly, there have been no times that did not have their share of uncertainty. Now, as always, one voice rises above the rest. Jesus, after declaring to Pilate his purpose immediately added, “Everyone who is of the truth listens to my voice.” May we find ourselves listening to the truth that can satisfy our souls, even in the midst of turbulent times.
From the Chaplain 
Thank you my friend for stating the truth. We need Christ and we need the Word to guide our steps. I was reminded of Proverbs 30:5 “Every word of God is pure, and He is a shield unto those who trust in him”.
Thank you Randy for your thoughts and truth in trusting the lord completely in these difficult times we live in.