ABOUT THIS SERMON
Throughout Scripture, two core traits consistently define God’s called-out people: Truth and Love. While many focus on acquiring biblical knowledge, Paul warns in 1 Corinthians 8:1 that "knowledge puffs up, but love edifies." In Ephesians 4:15, the original Greek word translated as "speaking the truth" (*alētheuō*) is actually a verb—it literally means "truthing," or actively doing, practicing, and living the truth in every aspect of life.

Examining the inseparable relationship between pure doctrine and godly character, this sermon unpacks how believers must cast off the old man, put away corrupt speech and anger, and grow into the spiritual maturity of Jesus Christ. Furthermore, it explores how practicing genuine agape love—choosing what God prefers and sacrificing self for the spiritual well-being of others—casts out fear in an increasingly deceptive world (1 John 4:18).

In this video, you will explore:

• The Two Defining Marks: Why unwavering commitment to Truth and Love identifies God's true Church (Ephesians 4 & 2 Thessalonians 2).

• "Truthing" as a Verb: Unpacking the Greek word alētheuō in Ephesians 4:15—why knowing the truth is meaningless unless we live it.

• Beyond Head Knowledge: Why memorizing Scripture without godly transformation leads to spiritual pride (1 Corinthians 8).

• Putting Off the Old Man: Practical steps to purge lying, corrupt communication, and unresolved anger from our walk (Ephesians 4:22–32).

• The Nature of Agape: Contrasting human affections (*storge*, philia, eros) with the deliberate, sacrificial choice of agape (1 John 3 & 4).

• Overcoming End-Time Fear: How perfected agape love casts out fear and anchors believers against deception (1 John 4:18).

"Truth is not just a noun to be memorized—it is a verb to be lived. 'Truthing in love' means our whole life, our entire being, is about living the truth and becoming like Jesus Christ."

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KEY SCRIPTURES DISCUSSED

• Ephesians 4:11–16 — Equipped for ministry, unity of the faith, and "truthing" in love.

• 2 Thessalonians 2:9–10 — Receiving the love of the truth to escape deception.

• 1 Peter 1:22 — Purifying our souls in obeying the truth through sincere love of the brethren.

• 1 John 3:14–18 — Not loving in word or tongue, but in deed and in truth.

• John 17:17 & 14:16–17 — Sanctified by the Father's truth and led by the Spirit of Truth.

• 1 Corinthians 8:1 — Knowledge puffs up, but love edifies.

• Ephesians 4:22–32 — Putting off the old man, renewing the mind, and speaking truth.

• 1 John 4:7–18 — God is agape, and perfect agape casts out fear.

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CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS

0:00 - Introduction & Ephesians 4: The Structure and Purpose of the Church

03:30 - 2 Thessalonians 2 & 1 Peter 1: The Love of the Truth vs. Deception

07:35 - John 17 & John 14: Sanctified by Truth & The Spirit of Truth

11:25 - The Truth in Jesus (Ephesians 4:20–21)

13:30 - Ephesians 4:15: "Truthing" as an Active Greek Verb (Doing the Truth)

21:05 - 1 Corinthians 8: Knowledge Puffs Up, But Love Edifies

25:35 - Putting Off the Old Man & Practical "Truthing" (Ephesians 4:22–32)

35:55 - The Second Identifying Mark: Love & Agape (John 13:34–35)

38:35 - The Four Greek Words for Love (Philia, Storge, Eros, and Agape)

42:30 - Defining Agape: Choosing What God Prefers & Active Sacrifice

47:20 - 1 John 3: Loving in Deed and Truth & Laying Down Our Lives

53:00 - 1 John 4: Perfect Agape Casts Out Fear in Perilous Times