The Truth War by John F. MacArthur Jr. Summary
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In "The Truth War," John MacArthur boldly defends biblical truth against postmodernism's relativistic tide. This controversial 2007 manifesto sparked fierce theological debates, galvanizing evangelical leaders worldwide. What dangerous compromise might you be making without even realizing it?
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The Battle for Truth in a Postmodern World
In an age where truth seems increasingly fluid, "The Truth War" stands as a passionate defense of objective reality. Have you ever wondered why some Christians throughout history chose torture or death rather than deny their beliefs? This isn't blind fanaticism-it's conviction that truth exists, matters eternally, and is worth defending. Today, a subtle but profound shift has occurred in how we think about truth itself. No longer viewed as fixed and knowable, truth has become personal, subjective, and malleable. This battle isn't merely academic-it strikes at the very heart of Christianity. If truth cannot be known with certainty, how can anyone claim to know God? If doctrine doesn't matter, what exactly are we believing in? The stakes couldn't be higher: this is a war over reality itself, with eternal consequences hanging in the balance.
When Uncertainty Becomes a Virtue
The Nature of Spiritual Warfare
The Subtle Infiltration of False Teaching
The Crisis of Discernment
The Assault on Christ's Lordship
Standing Firm in an Age of Apostasy
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