Tellin' The Truth
Twila Paris's song 'Tellin' The Truth' is a Christian piece that emphasizes the importance of speaking truth in love, especially within the context of restoring a fallen brother or sister. The lyrics encourage believers to courageously confront others with honesty, even when it risks pain or rejection, because true love is not afraid to address sin. The song draws on biblical principles of accountability and reconciliation, urging listeners to take responsibility for one another's spiritual well-being. It is a straightforward, earnest call to practice loving truth-telling as an expression of genuine Christian community.
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
When I really love you, if I really love you
I am not afraid to face the fact
I could be the mark if you react
If I really love you
I am not afraid to take the chance
This could be a painful circumstance
If I really love you, if I really love you
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
When I really love you, if I really love you
I'll be there to win my brother back
Turn the other cheek if you attack
If I really love you
I'll be there in broken honesty
You are my responsibility
If I really love you, if I really love you
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
When a brother falls
Dare to risk it all
When a brother sins
Go and bring him in
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love
I believe in telling, telling the truth in love