▶ Key Takeaways
- Moral relativism teaches there is no absolute truth—only personal opinion.
- This belief is driving America’s cultural and moral collapse.
- A majority of Americans now reject objective right and wrong.
- Christians are called to stand for truth—boldly, wisely, and lovingly.
- Silence is not neutral… it accelerates deception.
- There are 7 clear, biblical responses every believer must embrace now.
A Dangerous Shift…
Something has changed.
Not slowly.
Not subtly.
But dramatically.
Today…
- 89% of Americans say it’s wrong to criticize someone else’s “life choices.”
- 74% of Millennials say morality should be based on cultural consensus—not absolute truth.
Let that sink in.
Right and wrong… now decided by majority vote?
That’s not just a cultural trend.
It’s a spiritual crisis.
What Is Relativism… Really?
Relativism sounds harmless.
Even compassionate.
But here’s what it actually means:
There is no absolute truth.
Truth is whatever you believe it is.
Your truth.
My truth.
Their truth.
But no ultimate truth.
No standard.
No authority.
No accountability.
Why This Is So Dangerous
If there is no absolute truth…
- Good and evil become opinions
- Justice becomes arbitrary
- Sin becomes “self-expression”
- God becomes optional
And eventually…
Truth itself becomes offensive.
That’s exactly where we are today.
The Real Consequence
You’re seeing it everywhere:
• Moral confusion in schools
• Radical ideologies normalized
• Biblical values mocked or silenced
• Christians pressured to compromise
And here’s the hard truth…
Relativism isn’t neutral.
It always replaces truth with deception.
Hard Reality…
Your culture may reject truth.
Your friends may reject truth.
Even your own children or grandchildren…
…may resist truth.
But that does not change truth.
The Biblical Mandate
God doesn’t give us the option to stay silent.
We are called to be:
- Salt
- Light
- Ambassadors of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20)
And that means one thing above all:
We must be truth-tellers.
Here are 7 responsibilities every Christian must embrace now:
1. Know the Truth—Deeply
You cannot defend what you don’t understand.
Study Scripture.
Know God’s Word.
Because deception thrives where truth is shallow.
2. Understand the Culture
The Bible praises the men of Issachar because they:
“Understood the times…” (1 Chronicles 12:32)
You must recognize:
- How relativism is taught
- Where it shows up (media, schools, politics)
- Why it appeals to people
Awareness is the first step to resistance.
3. Speak the Truth—In Love
Truth without love can harden hearts.
But love without truth deceives.
Jesus did both.
So must we.
4. Be Consistent
Hypocrisy kills credibility.
If you speak truth…
You must live it.
Daily.
Publicly.
Unapologetically.
5. Be Courageous
There will be pressure.
There will be pushback.
There may even be consequences.
But Scripture is clear:
“We must obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29)
Truth requires courage.
6. Pray for the Church
The battle is spiritual.
Pray for:
• Pastors
• Youth leaders
• Churches
Because if the Church weakens…
Culture collapses faster.
7. Pray for Those in Authority – (1 Timothy 2:1–4)
Not just government leaders…
But:
• Educators
• Influencers
• Media leaders
Because leadership shapes culture.
A Sobering Reminder…
Every day…
You represent Christ.
- To your family.
- To your community.
- To the world.
And here’s the reality most people ignore:
People will judge Christ…
by what they see in you.
The Choice
Relativism says: “Truth is whatever you want it to be.”
God says: “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” (John 14:6)
You cannot stand in both worlds.
Action:
Now is the time to act.
If you want help:
- Understanding how cultural deception is spreading
- Communicating truth effectively
- Reaching people persuasively in today’s hostile environment
Call Michael at CDMG at 615-933-4647 or email him at [email protected].
We specialize in:
- Direct response messaging
- Persuasive communication strategies
- Reaching audiences in a culture that rejects truth
Don’t wait.
Because every day you delay…
Relativism gains ground.
FAQs:
What is moral relativism?
Moral relativism is the belief that there are no absolute moral truths, and that right and wrong depend on individual or cultural opinions.
Why is relativism dangerous?
It removes any objective standard for truth, leading to moral confusion, cultural instability, and rejection of biblical values.
What does the Bible say about truth?
The Bible teaches that truth is absolute and comes from God (John 14:6). Christians are called to live and proclaim that truth.
How should Christians respond to relativism?
Christians should know Scripture, understand culture, speak truth in love, live consistently, act courageously, and pray for leaders and the Church.
Is relativism affecting younger generations more?
Yes. Studies show younger generations are more likely to believe morality is subjective and culturally defined.
About Craig Huey:
Craig Huey is a nationally recognized author, speaker, and publisher of The Huey Alert and Direct Marketing Update. He is also the author of The Great Deception: 10 Shocking Dangers and the Blueprint for Rescuing the American Dream, exposing the lies of socialism and defending America’s founding principles. Craig appears on national media such as FOX, FOX Business, Newsmax and more. He also co-hosts The Huey Alert Podcast with his wife Shelly and helps business leaders, Christians, conservatives, libertarians, young people and more understand the intersection of faith, politics, and freedom.