We are living in an age of relativism. Many people believe that absolute truth does not exist. Truth is only what you or I believe it to be. Therefore, a moral code for all people does not exist. We are then free to do whatever we think is right. A problem arises in that people cannot be held accountable for hurtful, or even violent, behavior. After all, a universal moral standard does not exist.
I believe that this kind of relativism is responsible for the violent actions we are witnessing around the world today. Voltaire once said that if they can get “you to believe the absurdity, they will get you to do the atrocity.” Atrocities are occurring every day all around us because the prevailing absurdity of belief is that there is no absolute truth.
On the other hand, Jesus said, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” Absolute truth is found in God’s Word and in Jesus Christ. God created all things and sustains all things. He possesses all knowledge and wisdom. Therefore, His Word is to be believed and followed. Anything else is absurdity. God’s truth sets us free.
Reluctant Retiree 