November 22, 1998,Sunday

Do you believe that the truth is "relative" or is it a

constant matter that does not change? How important

is the truth and for hidden matters to be revealed?

How important is it to make the "truth" a standard

in our society?

Paul tells us that God expressed His desire for us

to know in our hearts and minds the light of the

truth---"The God who said, "Out of darkness the

light shall shine!" He is the same God who made

His light shine in our hearts, to bring us to the

knowledge of God's glory shining in the face of

Christ" (2Cor 4:6). To know that you know the

truth and it will not change is a foundation for

life now and for life in eternity.

Jesus tells us that the truth and light may be

in your heart, but you should let your truth be

a light for the society----"You are like light for

the whole world. A city built on a hill cannot

be hid. No one lights a lamp and puts it under a

bowl; instead it is put on the lampstand, where

it gives light for everyone in the house. In the

same way your light must shine before people,

so that they can see good things that you do and

praise your Father in heaven" (Mat 5:14-16).

Moses told his people in the middle of a battle to hold

the Lord's banner high-----"He said, "Hold high the

banner of the Lord! The Lord will continue to fight against

the Amalekites forever" (Exo 17:16)! God will fight against

the forces of evil forever, but we must let our light shine

and hold high the standard of righteousness .

Let us remember who is the God that is our banner. God's

name is Jehová Nissi. He is the God whose banner over

us is His love. He raises up His standard of righteousness

for us when the enemy comes in like a flood. He makes that

standard of righteousness a worthy life goal to pursue first.

Lift your hands to Him and Praise Him today for the fact

that He is the God who is our banner and sign to rally

our cause!