What is Truth?

1. Moral statements are claims about what is right and wrong.

When someone says, “Rape is wrong,” they are making a statement that applies to more than just themselves—they are saying it’s wrong for anyone.

2. For a moral statement to be meaningful, it must have a standard.

If there is no objective standard—no truth outside personal opinion—then “Rape is wrong” just means “I don’t like the idea of rape, but it’s not absolutely wrong.” It’s not a moral claim; it’s a preference.

3. Personal preferences can’t tell us what anyone else ought to do.

If morality is only based on what someone likes or dislikes, then there is no reason anyone else should follow it. There’s no way to argue that someone shouldn’t sexually assault another person if they personally don’t care.

4. Objective moral standards provide a basis for right and wrong.

If morality comes from something beyond mere opinion—like a transcendent Lawgiver/Being—then we have a foundation for saying some actions are truly right or wrong, no matter who agrees or disagrees.

5. Therefore, without an objective foundation, morality loses its authority.

People without an objective moral basis are left with only preferences and opinions. They cannot truly justify calling any action right or wrong, only “liked” or “disliked.”

Conclusion:

Morality requires an objective foundation to have real meaning and authority. Without it, moral claims are just personal taste, not truth.

Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. -John 14:6