Does my secular teacher know about truth being from God?

on Jan 21, 2026

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My philosophy teacher graded me down on a paper I submitted about truth being from God. The teacher informed me that no one person can know the truth and that it is important for each person to find their truth and live by it. My response to her lowered my grade more. But truth is truth, right? – T.F.

A: Truth matters. Just because truth is unpopular doesn’t mean that it should not be proclaimed. The Bible is clear that Satan’s purpose is to steal the seed of truth from people’s hearts by sending distracting and deceptive thoughts. The difference between a Christian and a non-Christian is that, though both may have good and evil thoughts, Christ gives His followers discernment and the power to choose the right rather than the wrong. The Holy Spirit takes God’s word of truth and ministers to our deepest needs. And the person who discovers this truth has a serenity, peace, and certainty that others do not have (see James 1:17–18).

Truth is timeless. It does not differ from one age to another, from one people to another, from one geographical location to another. The great all-prevailing truth stands for time and eternity. And we will see Him in all His glory when He comes again. His name is Faithful and True (see Revelation 19:11), and He will reign from the City of Truth (see Zechariah 8:3)

Here is an important lesson when we find ourselves among unbelievers, whether in school, at work, or even at home: We must be a light for God’s truth. We must pray that God will grant us favor with those who are watching our lives; that we will stand for the things of God without compromise, and perhaps the Lord will give us opportunities to demonstrate His power, love, and mercy to others. “The truth of the Lord endures forever” (Psalm 117:2, NKJV).

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(This column is based on the words and writings of the late Rev. Billy Graham.)