In this episode of Christian Book Blurb, host Matt McChlery engages with author Martin Whitehouse to discuss his book, The Transparent Truth, which explores the concept of truth within Christianity. They delve into the nature of absolute truth, the reliability of the Bible, the significance of different translations, and how to approach reading the Bible for those new to the faith. The conversation also touches on the definition of sin and its implications for the relationship between humanity and God. Additionally, listeners get a glimpse into Martin's personal life and future writing aspirations. Links Help keep this podcast on the web by simply buying me a coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mattmcchlery Sponsor an episode of this podcast Click for Advertising info Visit Matt McChlery's website mattmcchlery.com Martin Whitehouse's book on amazon Takeaways Truth is a moral concept related to God's character. Absolute truth exists and is found in God. The Bible is a trustworthy source of information. Different translations of the Bible have their merits. Starting with the Gospels is recommended for new readers. Sin separates us from God and creates barriers. God's desire is for us to reach our full potential. Martin enjoys woodworking and creating faith-based signs. He is currently semi-retired and trains others in healthcare. An audiobook version of The Transparent Truth is in the works. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Christian Book Blurb01:28 Exploring Truth in Christianity06:46 Understanding Absolute Truth09:13 Trusting the Bible11:52 The Importance of Bible Translations16:04 Starting Your Bible Journey18:30 Defining Sin22:47 Getting to Know Martin Whitehouse30:23 Future Writing Aspirations