Pope Benedict XVI said, “Relativism, which considers all opinions true even if they are contradictory, is the greatest problem for our time.”
On this same subject, Matthew Kelly explains that relativists believe that if something cannot be scientifically verified, it is subject to relativism. But, as Catholics, we are called to challenge this idea.
Relativism is often disguised in our society as being open-minded and tolerant
Kelly continues this idea by saying that relativists say we cannot impose our morality on others, but we do this each and every day. Can you think of an instance where this happens?
If you saw someone beating a child?
If you watched a drunk woman climbing behind the driver’s seat?
If you heard a man verbally abusing his girlfriend?
Challenge the idea of moral relativism. There is a right and a wrong in many situations, despite what society tells you. Believing this is called “standing up for what is right”.
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love this series Jenna! And I love that they’re nice, shortish posts that are easy to digest. Well done!
Thanks, Lauren!
I feel like I found a jackpot!
I am brand spankin’ new to your blog and I am LOVING it!
I’m so glad to hear it, Tina! Welcome and thank you :)
I agree that believing is about standing up for what’s right. So many times we turn a blind eye to things that we shouldn’t in the name of not judging or not wanting to be in someone’s business. At the end of the day, I think that if more people stopped being tolerant of so much negativity we could see not only our homes but our communities and even the world change into better places! Great post!
I totally agree, and that was so well put :) Thank you for stopping by and sharing!
Jenna, I just discovered this series- what a fantastic idea! I love how you are tackling major topics in short snippets that are both well-explained and easy to understand. You present and clarify beautifully and at the same time it leaves the reader asking more questions, seeking more truth. Great job, dear, keep it up!
I’m so glad you found it to be worthwhile :) Thank you! If you ever want to write for it, please let me know!