1st John Series • 11. Be Your Own Fact Checker – 1st John The average person today does not study things enough for himself and can be easily swayed in one direction or another. Partnered with this is the devil's oldest lie that there is no absolute truth. The conclusion of the message "Be Your Own Fact Checker" reminds us of the dangers of trying to live in this sin-cursed world without the word of God as a guide. We have the most sure word of truth to guide us. The Bible is true and should be read and followed.