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“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.”

Quote by Josh McDowell

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Josh McDowell, born on August 17, 1939, is a renowned writer whose works primarily focus on Christian faith and moral ethics, enjoying great popularity among readers. more

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