Jesus Christ said the truth would set a person free (John 8:32). Most people want truth—as long as it doesn’t mean any major changes for them. Truth does set us free from the ultimate results of error and falsehood, but because it is not always convenient, people tend to choose an easier route.

It takes courage to follow truth when that path is narrow and difficult—and the Bible tells us that the right, best and only successful way is indeed narrow (Matthew 7:14). When a person determines to follow what is right, he or she also grows in strength of character, developing many positive traits along the way. There is danger in everything we do. Why not take the risk with something worthwhile?