But the Truth Is
The holy Christian is the best man in the world, characterized by a life of truth, worship, and spiritual growth.
Thomas Brooks emphasizes that true wisdom and skill are not found in worldly knowledge or accolades but in the spiritual growth and character of a holy Christian. He argues that the best scholars are those who speak truth from the heart, focus their thoughts on heavenly matters, and live out their faith through actions that honor God. Brooks highlights that a true Christian is one who grows in holiness, trains their family in the fear of the Lord, and offers Scriptural counsel, ultimately being a person of great worth in God's eyes.
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Many there are, who are accounted . . .
deep scholars,
great linguists,
profound philosophers,
good grammarians,
excellent mathematicians,
sharp logicians,
cunning politicians,
fine rhetoricians,
sweet musicians, etc.
But the truth is, he is the best grammarian--who
has learned to speak the truth from his heart; and
he is the best astronomer--who has his thoughts in
heaven; and he is the best musician--who has learned
practically to sing out the praises of God; and he is the
best arithmetician--who knows how to number his days;
and he is the best philosopher--who every day grows
holier and holier; and he is the best skilled in economics
--who trains up his family in the fear of the Lord; and
he is the best politician--who is as good at taking and
giving Scriptural counsel; and he is the best linguist--
who speaks the language of Canaan.
The holy Christian is the best man in the world, nay,
he is such a one "of whom this world is not worthy,"
and therefore God cannot but take singular pleasure
and delight in him.
Sermon Outline
- The Best Grammarian
- Speaking truth from the heart
- The importance of honesty in speech
Key Quotes
“He is the best grammarian--who has learned to speak the truth from his heart.” — Thomas Brooks
“He is the best musician--who has learned practically to sing out the praises of God.” — Thomas Brooks
“He is the best philosopher--who every day grows holier and holier.” — Thomas Brooks
Application Points
- Make a conscious effort to speak the truth from your heart.
- Prioritize spiritual matters and have your thoughts in heaven.
- Live a life of purpose and accountability by knowing how to number your days.