“Grace, mercy, and peace will be with us, from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.” (2 John 1:3-4)

These words from the Apostle John are a profound reminder of how God’s gifts flow into our lives—not randomly, but through the beautiful harmony of truth and love. The Apostle John repeats these two words together throughout his letter, and it’s not by chance. Truth and love are meant to go hand in hand.

Truth by itself can be a heavy burden. It shines a light on what is wrong, what is broken, but without love, that light can feel blinding, even harsh. Love, on the other hand, is tender and comforting, but if it isn’t grounded in truth, it can lead us astray or leave us feeling shallow and unfulfilled.