The Truth
Written by Michelle Smythers
It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man. Psalm 118:8
Recently there has been news of yet another person that had a strong ministry for decades but admitted to failing to live a Godly life. Many people have released statements trying to distance themselves from any connection to this person, stating that his values did not line up with theirs. Many have stated how disappointed they are. Some have even questioned if there are any true followers of Christ because so many in the public eye seem to fall from grace.
When we see things like this happen, it's important to remember what the Bible tells us. We are all human, we all make mistakes. Wouldn't it be a sad thing if the only reason we were a Christian was because of wanting to be like someone we look up to, someone we think has it all together? And even worse if we gave up on the Christian life because of someone else?
We are told in John 14:6, Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. This is why it is so important to not get caught up in someone else's walk with God. We need to have a one-on-one relationship with God. We need to get in His Word and find His guidance and instruction. We need to trust in His will for our lives. It's great to be able to talk with others and ask for advice. It's great to have an example to follow. It's good to be able to find a devotion or book to help you understand things better. But the best way to live a Godly life is to follow the One that is the Way, the Truth and the Life. Jesus won't lead you down a path you shouldn't go on. He's not going to tell you one thing but do another. When we follow Jesus' example, we follow the perfect example.
I want to encourage you to pray for those that fall from grace. Pray for the leaders that have so many people looking up to them. Pray for the ones that let pride take over in their ministry. Just because people fall, that doesn't mean God has given up on them. We all make mistakes and we all need grace and forgiveness.
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
