

How Do I Know What’s True — Part One
Aug 8, 2025
The discussion revolves around the pressing issue of truth decay in society. It emphasizes the danger of prioritizing tolerance over objective truth and the chaos that subjective norms can cause. The podcast critiques the misconception that respecting all ideas as equal is a form of wisdom. Listeners are encouraged to confront truth decay in their own lives and recognize the importance of moral standards. Practical steps for personal transformation are provided, rooted in biblical principles, to inspire positive change.
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Truth Decay Erodes Freedom
- Rick Warren calls America's moral crisis 'truth decay' and links truth to freedom.
- He warns that losing truth forfeits personal and societal freedom.
Relativism Collapses Into Contradiction
- Rick Warren critiques postmodern relativism where truth is treated as personal.
- He points out saying 'there are no absolutes' is itself an absolute and illogical.
Sincere Belief Can Be Wrong
- Rick Warren shares an off‑ramp/on‑ramp example to show sincere belief can still be wrong.
- He warns that sincerity does not exempt you from causing harm.