New Beginnings

Truth Sets Free

"You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
John 8:32

Reflection

Hiding something is heavy work. Telling the truth costs something at first and saves a great deal afterwards.

Prayer

Lord, give me courage to tell the truth. Amen!

Talk about it as a family

  1. Why is hiding something heavy?
  2. How does telling the truth set us free?
  3. When have you felt relief after telling the truth?

5-minute activity

Hold a ball behind your back and try to do chores with one hand. Then bring it out and use both hands. Talk about how hiding things takes energy. Read John 8:31-32.

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