The Tension of Telling the Truth

When it comes to telling the truth, we grapple with a fundamental
tension— we’re living in a fallen world as imperfect beings, yet
we also recognize and long for the beauty of truth.

When it comes to relationships, especially close ones, this
tension can become even more complex. The fear of potential
consequences often competes with our desire to be honest and
authentic.

Navigating this path can be tricky. There's a fine line between
being authentic and being cruel. What's needed is a generous
spirit, an understanding of how much truth we can bear, and
kindness.

Dan closes the episode with the gentle reminder: “And this is why
I keep coming back to Jesus being able to say, I am the way and
the truth and the life. And if I'm intending to follow, to be
aligned and alive and molded, then I want that way. I want that
truth. I want that life. And I'm going to find it not in myself,
not in you, but in him, and therefore in me, and you and us. And
it just holds the tension that what we dream we will never get,
but what we dream we will become.”