Jesus said to some Jews who believed in him that if they held onto his teachings, they would truly be his disciples and would know the truth, which would set them free. They were resistant to the truth because they were more worried about being educated in the law and holding prestigious positions. However, without the truth, they were slaves to sin. Their truth was from their father the Devil; but the devil is a liar, and his children are the lies. Those who refuse to love the truth are susceptible to powerful delusions. So be lovers of Truth and hate the lie.