Gone Quote by Josh McDowell
“We've had a major shift in what truth is and where it comes from. We've gone from being God-centered to self-centered, from being objective to being subjective and from being internal to external,”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Contemporary Christian Commentary, 2020
Societal values have moved from divine authority to personal perspective, shifting truth from external standards to internal experience.
In simple terms: Truth is now seen as personal rather than universal.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the source of your beliefs.
Themes
faith
truth
culture
subjectivity
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- public discourse
- media analysis
- education
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
sociology
Questions to Reflect On
- What guides your sense of truth?
- How do you balance personal belief with shared reality?
A Different Perspective
Subjectivity can lead to relativism and conflict.
