The Remnant Radio's Podcast Truth in an Age of 'My Truth' - Tim Barnett Shares
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Aug 28, 2025 Tim Barnett, a Christian apologist with Stand to Reason and creator of Red Pen Logic, dives deep into the complexities of truth. He contrasts subjective and objective truths, unpacking their vital distinctions for understanding morality in a postmodern world. Barnett discusses the impact of relativism on faith and offers strategic insights for engaging skeptics. He critiques contemporary interpretations of scripture, advocating for a return to objective truth in biblical apologetics. Listeners gain valuable tools to navigate today's challenging landscape.
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Ice Cream Truth vs Insulin Truth
- Tim Barnett distinguishes subjective 'ice cream truth' from objective 'insulin truth' to clarify common confusion about truth types.
- Objective truth corresponds to reality and matters especially in science, morality, and theology.
Rave Encounter Reveals Selective Objectivity
- Joshua shares a rave encounter where a man claimed he'd 'transcended truth' while still relying on objective facts like medicine.
- The story exposes everyday hypocrisy: people use objectivity selectively when convenient.
Bible Assumes Objective Correspondence
- Barnett shows the Bible assumes a correspondence theory of truth throughout condemnations and commands.
- Scripture treats truth as something that corresponds with reality, not 'my truth.'
