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Summary
In this foundational episode of the Mama Bear Apologetics podcast Amy Davison and Tricia Scribner tackle the concept of truth in an age dominated by relativism and subjectivism. Drawing from Scripture, personal anecdotes, and years of experience in apologetics and teaching, the conversation provides a powerful defense of truth as objective, absolute, and rooted in God’s nature. The episode dismantles cultural misconceptions like “my truth” and “perception is reality” and explains why these ideas, though popular, are intellectually inconsistent and dangerous. The offer practical strategies for parents and grandparents to help their kids develop a clear, biblical understanding of truth in a world of confusion.
Main Points Covered
- What is truth?
- Relativism and subjectivism defined and critiqued
- How culture undermines objective truth
- Defending Christian exclusivity without being close-minded
- Practical tips for teaching kids about truth
- Biblical foundations for truth
People and resources mentioned
- Acts 5 – Ananias and Sapphira as a biblical example of truth
- 2 Corinthians 10:5 – Taking thoughts captive in obedience to Christ
- The Den — Our new online apologetics community for women.
Unfamiliar Vocabulary
- Relativism – The belief that truth varies based on individual or cultural perspectives. (00:04:00)
- Subjectivism – The belief that truth is determined by personal feelings or perceptions. (00:04:06)
- Correspondence Theory of Truth – Truth is what matches reality. (00:09:20)
- Coherence Theory of Truth – A statement is true if it fits within a consistent system of beliefs. (00:11:08)
- Pragmatic Theory of Truth – A belief is true if it works or is useful. (00:11:08)
- Pluralism – The belief that all religious truth claims are equally valid. (00:20:00)
- Ad Hominem – An argument that attacks the person instead of the issue. (00:17:00)
Quotable Quotes
It is the object that determines the truth, not the subject perceiving it. – Tricia Share on X Truth is not just academic or intellectual—it’s emotional and spiritual too. – Amy Share on X To be a good thinker means I’ll evaluate all claims for truth—not accept them all. – Amy Share on X
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