The Ninth Word

In this message on the Ninth Commandment, we learn that “You shall not bear false witness” is more than a call to avoid lying—it’s a summons to become a truth-telling people who reflect the heart of God. This sermon walks through the legal, relational, and gospel-centered implications of the command, showing how truth is foundational to love, justice, discipleship, and spiritual freedom. From avoiding silence and half-truths, to boldly speaking in a world that suppresses truth, we are called to follow Jesus—the Truth Himself. Through Christ’s redemption and the Spirit’s power, we can walk in the light and speak the truth in love, becoming salt and light in a dark and dishonest world.