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How an Atheist Made Cops Come to Ray's House (and What God Taught Him)
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- Опубликовано: 18 авг 2024
- Ray Comfort is no stranger to getting in trouble with atheists. But there was one instance that particularly stood out: an atheist crafted a clever scheme to get thousands, both Christians and non-Christians, to mock Ray... and even got the police involved. While this situation was by no means easy, it did teach Ray something very valuable that he shares in this video. He then transitions into a recent evangelism encounter he had.
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I´m from Angola(Africa), but i live in Brazil. Sence I found this channel my love for charing the Gospel of Christ grew up! Praise the Lord!
Glory to God. Thank you Manuel. May the grace of God be with you. Continue to Light up Brazil. Thank you.
I’m now your second subscriber
Deus te abençoe Manuel!
@@MrAmenoera Amém! A ti também!
Ray has a simple, straightforward approach that is easy to replicate powerful presentation.
I just graduated from the school of biblical evangelism it is so wonderful!! Im going to share my faith every chance I get!
Glad to hear sister. I am a bit hesitant sharing my faith. And i do wrestle with that
How was it? Classes every day? Zoom? Videos to watch whenever? How was it girl! Proud of you❤
Great. Congratulations!👍🙏🎂
@@scrumpymanjack it’s not nonsense Jesus was a very real man who came to die for our sins so that we can be free from hell we broke God’s law Jesus paid the fine 24,000 NT manuscripts have been find more than any other book in history. The Bible is a book written by man but inspired by God the Holy Spirit Indwelled in the writers of the Bible and told them what to write also God is very real how do you know there’s a builder building is proof of builder, a painting is proof of a painter, creation is proof of a painter. Many choose to make false gods in their head to justify their sins can that be case with you? Study the scriptures and the much evidence that God is indeed real and please consider your eternal salvation! 💖
@@celing_fanz9074 there were 21 courses you can do them at your own pace! And there’s questions at the end of each lesson to reflex what you have learned it’s very awesome! Totally recommend 🙂
The problem with deception is that people don’t know that they are deceived 😩
Yeah I think that atheist was in the wrong here. I completely understand his anger tho. Maybe his family is the reason why he hates religion because I know some families are just cruel and neglectful. It’s also a shame that even homosexuals are treated like absolute garbage. But anyway, my whole point here is what this atheist did was wrong. Even I as an atheist wouldn’t treat people that way.
But the Bible says that yes some are deceived but not everyone is deceived but they willingly reject the truth and Jesus Christ. As the Pharisees were. They see and recognize the truth but the love for the world and evil is much more important so they willingly choose evil.
Yes I agree Brother, it’s awful when we truly contemplate that reality. It just reinforces the fact that we must be yoked with other brothers and sisters, those that are Biblically grounded, with solid doctrine that mirrors scripture.
@@davidpiot8098 begs the question or statement
There is no good evidence for you existing , so why should we listen to your opinion . Go on a journey and search for God. The creation and your conscience already testifies to His existence
@@davidpiot8098 There is plenty of evidence one been your own body and everything you see around you to the food you eat everyday. That plus the many numerous eye witnesses thru out all the accounts in the bible and archeological evidence mention in the Bible you can actually go and see yourself. Its a foolish decision to reject Jesus Christ, while you still alive and then when your body ends, to end up in HeLL where their will be the unquenchable fury and fire of God, nashing of teeth and sorrow for eternity. For rejecting Gods only son, that died on the cross for you, then resurrected as he said for you. Because he Loves you and does Not want you to receive the judgment of God. To Choose Hell will be such a foolish decision.
A couple years ago a person I had previously worked with took me to court for a restraining order, (the first and only time I ever been to a courtroom). I had left the job because mentally I was going down hill and I recognized it. So I went to court against this person and the judge asked me if I wanted to present evidence or accept the protection order for 1 year. I had been in prayer as to what to do up to this point and so after thinking about it I choose to accept the protection order for 1 year so that this person and their family would feel safe. I had chosen to forgive this person and to walk in forgiveness. Then for the next few months I did not talk about it with anyone outside of my family because I did not want to dishonor and disrespect this person to others. Let me tell you even though I had immediately chosen to walk in forgiveness the battle was just starting. Over the next year I had nightmares of being in court or being in a store and being chased by this person and not being able to get away. During the day sometimes every few minutes a random thought would come into my mind about this person then would suddenly get angry and bitter. Each time I would pray and ask God for help and pray the opposite for this person to how I felt. Usually I prayed that this person was blessed and had a great day. You know the verse that says in our weakness He is stronger? It hit me how this is what that verse was talking about. Our enemy was tempting me with this anger and bitterness because he knew it was still my weakness. But when I sought help from the Lord he gave me the strength to resist that temptation. After 1 year I could see this person around and no longer feel any of the anger I had felt before. All anger and bitterness to this person has stopped completely and I love them the way the Lord loves them. On the day the protection order expired I stopped having nightmares. Be encouraged if you are going through anger and bitterness right now. It won't be easy to let go and you can't just immediately switch it off. It may take even years, but keep fighting the good fight and rely upon the Lord to be your strength.
In my instance, I knew that having something false like that would limit me away from a lot of ministries I've been working in.
I prayed about it and felt _very_ uncomfortable with the idea of a worldly lawyer representing me.
I knew clearly that it was important to have someone who not only knows but shares my values for following the Lord and for allowing forgiveness and room for reconciliation (instead of vengeful spite).
*One of the most profoundly beautiful moments of peace I've ever experienced...* was sitting in the hall outside the courtroom praying with my lawyer. He had just told me that at any Church it was abundantly clear I was innocent. But the secular civil court doesn't care about Godly values and I often very biased against men. It didn't look good (earthly circumstances).
I remember _knowing_ that God is in control. That people were already lying to harm me, so they could do that more in court. But they can only do what God allows.
So I believed that God would protect me, but even if He allowed false witness to throw me in prison - He wouldn't do so without reason. He has good plans for my life, He is not a bad steward. So He isn't going to allow something purposeless to stop His purposes for me.
That day, I saw God use a civil court judge to see through the lies and be His agent of protection for me (ironically, clearing my name over the very matters church members refused to listen to truth and gave into slander over).
I have a strong sense of justice, so bitterness and wrathful thoughts & feelings were a struggle for me. I had to pray, asking God for help.
While driving to work the next morning, a pastor on the radio came on and talked about his a journey as a pastor, suddenly realizing he was bitter against his abusive alcoholic father, and his prayers and God-given inspirations about his fathers life that helped him forgive and let go and even see his father with some gratitude and respect.
Every once in a while, I will see or hear something that sparks an old thought train, and I will have to stop it and remind myself, "I've chosen to forgiven those people, and God has already helped me do that. They owe me nothing. No explanation, no I'm sorry's, no restitutions. My only hope for them is a sincere prayer that they will hear the Holy Spirit and repent, and we can all be glad that past things are done away with when we see each other in the joy of heaven."
The tightness and wrath recede, and I have peace once again.
For anyone struggling with repeatedly running into consequences that make it extra hard to forgive, I recommend listening to the lady who survived the Boston Marathon Bombing with her son at her feet (she wrote a book, and you can listen to her on a Family Talk interview).
For my own journey it was helpful to realize this:
As much damage as a particular person could try to do to me (they were being vindictively evil in return for my good toward them), even if they could maim me or kill me - they could _never_ amount to the harm I did to myself God stepped in and saved me from myself.
That vindictive person can steal, but he can't burn me in hellfire. - That's what I did to myself. (But God!)
So as much as I could be tempted to hate him, his wrong to me is insignificant! Compared to the evil of my own heart. He's not even on the same tier.
That really helped to put in perspective the little he has done and the gratitude for all God has done.
Praise our Lord, for his gift of forgiveness 🙏 ❤️ 🙌. The armor of God everyday 🙏.
I recall reading a quote from someone once about forgiveness that really touched my heart. "Forgiveness is like setting a prisoner free and finding out the prisoner is you."
Exactly. I have been there & you are right on point.
One of the greatest parts of forgiving others is how freeing it is. All that garbage is gone and it's amazing. I held grudges for twenty years and would have arguments in my mind with any person that hurt me. This is so draining and time consuming and is not God's will. Now when these thoughts happen, I immediately forgive the person, ask God to forgive me for anything I did wrong, and hope that person forgives me also (unless I still see them and then I ask them to forgive me). That was wonderful that you sent that person a gift basket. I love your videos.
Me too! 👍👍👍You can't get into Heaven if you have any held up negativity in your heart. "May God shine his light down upon you"
That was demons masquerading as the people u held grudges against
@@the_alchemy_method Wow, I never thought of that. But it makes a lot of sense.
@@rhondasummer yeah they can even work through our dreams to establish covenants or alters we agree to even whilst we sleep. So very important to pray over our families and our beds for protection every night
I totally relate - have had many ‘arguments’ in my head too 😂
I really respect how that guy let you talk with her and gave you space because he knew in his heart that your message was Devine and important for her soul
divine
@@johnbrooks7144 feel better now?
@@robertpaolucci2092 About what?
@@robertpaolucci2092 God corrects those he loves, and you correct only because you care. He wasn't disrespectful. I've been corrected before, and at first, I was embarrassed but then later, I was grateful to know better so I wouldn't embarrass myself in a bigger setting. Lighten up.
@@queenbaker3431 feel better now?🙄
I want to say I really appreciate your videos. I grew up in Huntington Beach hanging out between life guard towers 3-5. I am a Christian. I have broken all 10 commandments. I know this to be 100% true. When I was young I thought I was a Christian because I believed in God, Jesus and Satan. It wasn't until later when I found the true meaning of Christianity being a personal relationship with my God and my Savior. I was washing a muffin pan for over a week trying to get it clean. The food would not come off no matter what I did. Day after day I tried. ( At this time of my life I was searching for God) This one morning I got up to try to get this muffin pan clean. My mind was on God and Jesus praying in the background of my brain, while I was attempting to get the pan clean. All the sudden I was overwhelmed and heard with my heart to my ears a voice telling me. You ( meaning me) are the muffin pan. I have been trying to wash you clean but you keep holding onto the filth. It was the Holy Spirit taking to me. I understood at once that it was me holding onto the filth, that God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit had always been there but I was the one not letting go. I was saved the day, that moment, that very instant. I welcomed Jesus and understood the depth of his suffering for my sins, It became personal. He not only died for me but suffered for me, for my sins and that even so, he still wants me. It was beautiful. And guess what happened next... That muffin pan actually finally came clean within a few minutes and so did I. I am learning so much from you on how to approach people about the Lord, so thank you for what you do for the Lord and the lost souls. I would really like to learn more
This is one of the most awe inspirit testimonies I have ever heard! Hallelujah and Praise Jesus for saving you the way He did! Thank you for sharing, and God bless you.❤️🛐✝️💖
Wonderful testimony! I love the muffin pan analogy as well & it makes perfect sense to me! God bless you greatly on your journey, dear friend!.😊❤
Absolutely 💯 awesome, PTL. I LOVE when THE HOLY SPIRIT SPEAKS TO ME THIS WAY.❤🎉
God bless you Sister!
I will always remember the muffin pan analogy when l’m trying to go back to the filth of my sin.
Thank you, Glory to God!
I was struggling with resentment this past weeks against my brother and I was asking the Lord what I should do to stop these terrible thoughts against him. I believe wholeheartedly that God guided me to watch and learn from your experiences. God bless you and your crew!👍
My Zimbo brother!
It's crazy how when you're in a state of unforgiveness, it feels good to hold a grudge against the person who hurt you. Just thinking about revenge gives satisfaction and it feels like we are relieving our anger. But in reality, the anger will always stay there and get even worse the longer you are angry at the person. It's like cutting a tree and years later, seeing that scar on the tree. It's not until you forgive the person from the depth of your heart, will you be relieved of that burden. I've heard the statement, "unforgiveness is like drinking poison and hoping the other person dies"
I want to be able to love my enemies the way you do. I did not expect you to say you sent him a gift basket. God bless you and thank you for always being such an amazing encouragement!
@@luigilacolla5239 What do you mean? Why did he send it in your opinion?
It blows my mind that Ray is in his early 70s! He certainly doesn't look even CLOSE to it.
That's not the point !!
He looks about 40 tops.
Because he bike rides 😎
@@juerbert1 no one said it was.
@Perine Lol ikr? He's 71 but looks and sounds like he's in his 40s.
I hope I age as gracefully - though I very much doubt it lol
Absolutely loved the gift basket response. Really convicted by that. Thanks Ray
Me too
It's really difficult to continue to hate someone that is nice to you constantly. It breaks them down and that hate eventually goes away.
Man I love how Ray explains things.
Very tangible.
Ray: can I give you a gift?
Dude: nah (not wanting Christian literature)
Ray: a couple of In-and-Out gift cards
Dude: Oh okay!
Ray switchin' it up 😎👍
Serious note... praying for all of them!!
@Quinzerrak I’m wondering how you know for absolute fact that the Bible is a fairytale? You have the evidence? You have done the research as a professional archeologist and came up with nothing? You have poked all of the holes, answered all of the questions and with these, you have proven Christianity to be false? Then you cry for the billions.
How could anyone possibly NOT fall in love with brother Ray Comfort?!? What an amazing man of God!
For a long time I felt such rejection from my mother and my sister's and they treated me Soo horribly but just 2 year's and I finally said God I thank you that I've forgiven (naming everyone who had hurt me) and I prayed in Jesus name every single day and Everytime I thought about it and you know what, I did and my relationship with them healed and it's Soo wonderful not feeling that deep hurt every second of the day.
I can relate 💕 God bless you
I totally understand I wrote letters forgiving people that had grudges against me or I had against them (even those who started it all) I humbled myself and took responsibility because of the cross
I love the fact that you sent him a fruit basket! I laughed so hard when you mentioned that I had to write a comment. You know that it's gotta burn the atheist that Ray has moved on from that matter.
It's amazing how every time I'm going through something, I always find a video that is relatable to the situation. Thank you for your words and for reminding me of Jesus daily, your words really soften my heart. Thanks Ray ❤️
@@aaronmayhew2.0 yes, and it is such an overwhelming and amazing experience!!! God really is good!!! 😁😁😁
Amen God will find a way to talk to us
That happens also when you open a Bible to no specific place and find the answer you need ,✝️
So true happens to me a lot.
I am so very thankful for your ministry and the videos you guys put out! I have grown so much in my walk with Jesus and you, with the rest of the Living Waters team, have helped me understand difficult situations and helped me to not be afraid to reach out and share the Gospel. I love everything you guys are doing for GOD’s kingdom!! GOD Bless you Ray!!
Thank you Dallas.
Hey and also learn about millennium kingdom from Dr Andy Woods on RUclips, its called "The Coming Kingdom". Highly recommended
Wow i love postive prayer ideal
man this guy is just so wholesome, I mean even for like all the atheists, it doesn't get much better than your literal worst enemy sending you a basket of fruit.
He really is practicing how Jesus says to "LOVE YOUR ENEMY." 💜
Ray never disappoints! Taking every opportunity to witness.❤️✝️
This reminds me of an anecdote from a youth camp leader many years ago. He said that before he was saved he hated his dad. He hated him so much that he wanted to run away from him. He was eventually chased out of the house and wound himself up with a church. It was in that church that he learned to forgive because God is willing to forgive him. He got right with the Lord and asked his dad to forgive him. Please pray for him and his team. God bless you.
Why did he hate his dad?
@@stickerlady1774 if I can’t remember, it was something about the dad being abusive. It got so heated he fought back and ran away from home. God bless you.
So much wonderful, constructive advice in this video. As someone who struggles with intrusive thoughts, replacing a negative with a positive is such a good idea to beat the devil at his own game! Thanks Ray, greetings from the UK 🤗
This has worked for me in more ways than I can tell. I used to have intrusive thoughts to hate my someone for what they did to me in the past. God gave me the idea to pray for this person every time the thought came, I started praying for his safety, salvation and every good thing I could think off. Needless to say, when the enemy realised that he was just giving me an opportunity to pray for this person, the thoughts just stopped. God also used this to heal my heart.
I am rough around the edges and don’t know how to reach people with the gospel effectively, but I am watching the interviews you post and want to try and go out and use your methods. Please pray I grow in peace, patience, mercy, and the ability to accept rejection and hatred from those who don’t want to hear the gospel
I just love your heart Mr. Ray and the way you always shine! Its no mistake God gave you the name "Comfort", just like the Holy Spirit is our Comforter. I find such comfort in my stepping out and growth as a Christian thanks in part to you. I look forward to meeting you in heaven one day and I'll hug you like I hug my grandpa!
These are difficult times, when it is rare to find anyone who can be trusted, even, and especially, among the preachers. It's just a fact, and it is hard to live under that reality.
Oh, I know! This is sooooo true! I keep waiting for the next trusted Christian to go woke and deny God. But, it’s scriptural. God knew it would happen.
That couple was so stoned. I pray for them that they get rid of the sin in their life and follow Jesus. Thanks Ray for reaching out to these young folks.
Rebecca’s heart was touched by the Holy Spirit. You could see it / feel it in her eyes ( it wasn’t just being stoned ). The teeshirt Alex had on was prophetic❤️🙏
My heart cries out for them! May they be transformed NOW IS TIME We are created to LOVE JESUS and live FOR JESUS
How do you know they're stoned? Looked fine to me. Maybe I missed something...
Smoking weed isn't a sin. It's the only plant on the planet that does what it does, without any side effects as well. A practical panacea you can use for everything and grow it in your back yard! Medicinal and spiritual use is well established. Lots of elderly people smoke as well, helps them with their joints pains and other such things they may have. As an adult who's been smoking for 5 years, I've taken many multi month long breaks and never had any ill effects. A lot of the anti weed stuff is propaganda made by the pharmaceutical industry because pills make more money than something you can grow in your backyard.
@@canabiss8297 smoking weed alters your state of mind.. causing your mind to no longer be clear. the Bible calls drunkenness a sin among others and we would be ignorant to think smoking weed (which is a drug) falls outside of that (Galatians 5:19-21).coming from someone who used to smoke constantly before being reborn and has years of experience with drugs, smoking weed does not allow you to be sober-minded (as we are called to be in the Bible).. whether or not it is addictive (I understand it is not that hard to quit myself!!) but it causes distance between us and our Heavenly Father. please do not be self-deceived in this and think you are not sinning by smoking... and please do not deceive yourself into thinking it isn't a sin just because you don't want to stop doing it. there's a lot more I could say to you about this, but I pray God will deliver you from this and that you may see the truth in the Gospel and the lies you have made for yourself.
It is like this video is directed and made for me. The timing is so right and perfect. Thank you Jesus. I can blot out the faults of the other right now, immediately with the help of the holy spirit inside of me just as he has forgiven me. Oh Lord your ways are holy and beautiful. I praise you.
I'm so happy you told him what his t-shirt meant! Now he can look at it in a whole new way and it will continually remind him of God.
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One time this happened to my sister she was screaming in my church they prayed and told the demons to leave and it did happen and we were in another room just hearing and thank god literally for everything and when that finished she changed her attitude changed and is now a christian For maybe more then half a decade i think and that will be years to come if god permits god bless
Dear Ray. I have Being studying your books and watching all your videos dayly for years. Your are amazing. I have leanrt so much. It is a Joy the fact that I am too an evangelist myself in Spain. Thanks so much for all your Life.
Good to read. Europe needs evangelism
This style of video is really great. Starting off with a insightful "heart to heart" with Ray that's totally Gospel centered before hopping into street evangelism is a very nice combination.
I love your new format of personal story Pastor Ray! May God continue to bless you and your ministry. 🙏🏽
WOW!
Thank you Ray for making a video for the believers in Christ .
If you hold onto unforgiveness it’s like being stung to death by one bee 🐝
That’s powerful !
Lord help us to keep short accounts with you 🙏🏼
Love God enough to forgive..in saying that, NEVER let anyone live rent free in your head..love yourself enough to forgive..it takes more strength, more courage to do that than hold a grudge..let God help you lift that burden and leave it at His Feet *=)* God bless Ray 💜 And God bless ALL my Brother's and Sister's out there 💜💜💜
Excellent timely reminder Ray. This topic of unforgiveness is one I have been sharing with a loved one and this video will help them as it has helped me. God bless you.
The Gospel of Jesus Christ is *the only message in the world* that has the power to transform hearts 💔-> ❤️
By God’s grace 🙏
And for God’s glory 👆🏼
Not true. People's hearts are transformed in a variety of ways. But have a good day
There is no need to reconcile God's forgetfulness regarding our sins and God's omniscience because "forget" and "remember" are not being used in reference to what God knows, but rather in reference to what God does.
Love the fact that Ray went to the girl in the car too, the guy said she was more up to evil than him, however I can see that she was very receptive of the message. May the Lord show them His salvation! 🙌
I got excited when they were given the evidence Bible 😲 I've been wanting one in Spanish forever to learn how to explain the gospel, I hope they don't throw them away 😭
I feel the same way when they take the books and don’t seem interested.. if they don’t want them, I’ll take them! 😆
Good morning Mr Ray, I absolutely love your work for Christ Everytime I see your videos a hunger for evangelism stirrs up in me. Thank you sir
This answered a nagging question for me about forgiveness and forgetting it is hard to do, but hanging on to not forgetting keeps the wound open.
Kyle innocent, TX GOD, for truth, never changes. Protect him family jury family. Peace across our country.
Years ago I was physically at work and the guy never actually apologized. I thought I had forgiven him and moved on, but every once-in-a-while the anger returns. Thank you Ray for pointing me to ll Cor. 2:10-11. With the Good Lord's help I can truly forgive this man.
You're such an inspiration to me Ray ❤ God's used you to help so many people both on the streets and online 🙏🔥 much love and God Bless
Ray, this was an awesome vid. The part about forgiveness was superbly explained. ❤️
Wow and Wow🙌 hearing your story of the person who tried to ruin you but also attacked God firstly and how you handled it truly and deeply has given me something to reflect on...What you did truly showed Jesus's love.
Thank you again Ray - I (and my ever back-sliding heart) always feel so much better hearing The Gospel re-affirmed through you 🙏 May The Lord continue to bless,keep,strengthen and use you for His Eternal Glory brother.Shalom from Wales 🏴 UK 🇬🇧 - Jonathan 😊 👍
If you feel yourself backsliding my tips are to listen to audio bible or read through the Bible or watch even kids Bible videos cartoons, anything wholesome to get the Bible stories and scripture fresh in your mind. The better you know and are familiar with the word the more it can protect you from sliding back towards sinful ways.
I watch more Christian stuff here on YT than films or shows on Prime or Netflix now... The difference it has made to me to stay immersed in scripture or clean content is huge.
The LORD bless and keep you safe and protected Sir Ray Comfort...
Mr. Comfort you are a good example of a kind and gentle soul. Thank you for sharing your experience and thoughts with us. As for the cops (I was once one) I am glad they laughed it off and let it be. Very rarely we have guys that take things a little too serious but they mean well. God bless you and your loved ones.
Thank you Joseph.
I totally agree with you, Ray. The only thing is we are required to forgive, but not reconcile because if the other person continues to hurt you, I don’t believe it is God honoring to continue to expose yourself to a toxic person who has nothing but ill will towards you. Scripture says to be at peace with one another as long as it depends on you and if it is possible. Sometimes it’s not possible. Forgive, but move on. It’s okay to shake the dust off of our feet when we continue to present good things to another person and desire to resolve things, but that other person doesn’t choose to listen. Love everything you are doing, Ray!
Yes David fleed for his life, yet honored king Saul who he was running from.
I love this heart-to-heart type series. God bless you, Ray Comfort.
Ray, you are an amazing human being and I have the upmost respect for what you are doing with your channel!! Keep going and keep spreading the word!! God bless you!!✝️🙏😉
I love this message especially right now, I sense the holly spirit wants to set us free from what resentment has been entangling us. Always remember he died for us while we were sinners. Even his disciple rejected him, even the Peter denied his name. And yet he loved them so much he died for them. Thank you Jesus. Let's strive to be like him.
Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven amen 🙏🏾 John 14:6 amen 🙏🏾 ✝️🙏🏾
God bless Living Waters and Ray Comfort. Watching these interviews never gets old 🙏
Loved this and thank God for your faithful perseverance and passion for reaching ONE AT A TIME. You really SEE each individual... and that is so inspiring. I’m excited to learn about your EVIDENCE STUDY BIBLE and ordered one!!! That will be my Christmas gift to myself. Thank you for being faithful to God’s WORD! ❤️🙏✝️
Thank you for all that you do.God bless you Ray.
Praise God for His amazing grace and sovereignty!
Most people struggle very VERY HARD with forgiveness. Especially when someone has deliberately done them wrong but Ray is so right. Having the maturity and discipline to pray immediately would help us all to stay right in our hearts and stay on the right path to keep bitterness away. Sometimes people can do things so wrong so evil all you can do is keep praying about it.
Powerful ♡ and so relevant especially these days where the pressure is on high...thank you ~ God bless you and your missions to get The Word out. An inspiration to me and a blessing to those whose paths you cross!
I loved how you described how God has blotted out our sins. It was really an enlightening moment.
Just bought The Evidence Study Bible and I’m already in love with it! Thank you so much for what you do! May God bless you!
GOD Is Saying To You Today;"Don't go backwards, that's what the enemy wants you to do.Your future will be greater than your past.Your past was just preparation for your future. Iam with you.Keep moving forward. Things are better for you up ahead. "Trust in His promises.🕊
Thank you ❤️ I needed to hear this. May the Good Lord bless you !
Thank you 😊
Wow, really special video! This is something really true you found about the Bible and how it causes depression. It helped me a lot to let go of a grudge I held against people who were mean to me. I forgive them for anything they did wrong to me and for any of the people who looked down on me growing up. It was causing me depression! When I was kind to them in my thoughts it made everything better here on earth for me and the depression went away! Its apparently directly from the sin. Thank you for this video!
I wish I could say that prayer like you Ray. I say what I want to say, but I think I fall short. I feel like what I say to God is so elementary and the right words would help. We are so blessed to have you and this channel. It's wonderful to be able to come here and talk with other Christians. You can't mention God on many channels. You either get no response or get attacked by atheists. I've tried and tried sharing the gospel with them but they're so hateful and their hearts seem too hardened to accept the Holy Spirit. It's exhausting. Maybe face~to~face would be different than typing. I want to see everyone come to Christ. I can't fathom how one couldn't love our precious Savior who gave His life for our sins! ✝
The holy spirit intercedes for us while we pray. God cherishes your prayers!
Romans 8:26
@@msrautten I know He does! isn't it wonderful! 🙏
Beautiful I had such a hard time with forgiveness I asked the Lord to help me and He did - he delivered me from that horrible feeling I am free again- loved this thank you
That wonderful teaching on forgiveness blessed me!
Really enjoy this new format. God please bless these three souls. Love y'all! Thumbs up ~John
Thank you Ray, for faithfully serving God's purposes. Thank you for being a light in this world of darkness. I pray that He bless you in all your endeavors and trails, in Jesus' name amen!
Now I see why evangelism is the definition of "love your neighbour as yourself"❤️🔥
Ray, when you’re out there evangelizing, do you ever run into anyone who KNOWS the TRUE gospel ? Who gives you the wise and true answers that NO they are not a good person, that the only way to heaven is not by being a good person but through Jesus Christ ? Just curious 🤗
Not very often. 🙂
@@LivingWaters your great it’s amazing to keep speaking the truth.
@@LivingWaters "Not very often."
Which amazes me.
His questions are tricky to answer in the way he finds correct.
@@sklanguage589 People who think they are good, often don’t think they need a savior. Jesus said, “there is none good but one, that is, God.”, Mark 10:18. The Pharisees thought they were good; when in fact, they were hypocrites and killed the very God they worshipped!
Thanks for these!
There's often been times where I have been wronged, as well, and it feels like it takes time for the wounds to heal and not to get stuck in a 'rut' of trying to fight off the feeling of resentment.
This was a very good reminder to focus more on God's forgiveness and His strength, and to forgive likewise.
Further though, a note: we are called to be "casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ."
Part of this seems to be taking down arguments: but I think also what is most important is demonstrating God's love toward us in how we interact with one another. Many people seem to have completely shut down rationality in order to seek any excuse to hate God, and placing the 'tearing down' of their arguments over representing Christ's love seems unwise.
What you did in this video towards that atheist who impersonated you - that is, when you found out who he was, you sent him a gift basket - seems to be far more important to do than simply pointing out the flaws in their reasoning. "To give truth to him who loves it not is but to give him more plentiful material for misinterpretation", as a quote goes.
If someone is that far gone into evil that they've shut off their ears and given themselves over to deception, only God's love can shake them awake, I think. So it is for any of us: we need to see God's love. Some have sought to harden themselves to this, yet if they still breathe, it's not too late.
So: to any reading, I think it wise to note: any time you're in a discussion and it seems to be degrading to mud-flinging (often in the guise of 'proving something wrong') - remember Christ and His love and seek to forgive. Beware pride.
Ray often brings up Jesus's last words on the cross: "It is finished." And how wonderful they are.
Remember what else Jesus said on the cross, too: for us, and those around us: "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do", even as they spat, tore, mocked, and murdered.
Jesus is the one that gives the increase: and we're to mirror Him.
Agreed.
Jesus taught me a very powerful lesson in forgiveness. Three women hurt me with a lie about me, and it made me very angry.
I felt a strong tug of war on my conscience. I tried to justify my anger, but knew if I wanted peace, I had to forgive them. After a few weeks, I made the decision to forgive. At first, my emotions were off the chart. But in a little while, peace came, and I was able to be on friendly terms with them.
Forgiveness works! But you have to disregard your feelings and be obedient to God's way. It's so worth it! 😊🤗👍💕🙏
I just received my Bible today from The Evidence Study Bible and I love it.. Highly recommend.. God bless this ministry and all that follow this channel.
God bless you Ray. Thanks for your prayers...
I couldn't forgive someone for years it ate me up inside I couldn't hear their name but when you forgive you feel free I can finally say there name and read it and acknowledge what really happened
This weight was on me for so long and now I'm free
PRAISE JESUS
Amen & yes, praise Jesus!! I was holding onto so much unforgiveness & bitterness that a gave satan and his demons an open door which was absolute torture!! So much prayer ministry and rebuking which was fine, however, the key to fully removing them, was repenting!
Ray I really love you and appreciate the work you are doing. You are truly a blessing and have helped me and opened my eyes to such wisdom I really appreciate you
Jesus, help me not to have any resentment, bitterness, or unforgiveness in my heart toward anyone. I chose to forgive everyone who has wronged me or hurt me. Thank you for forgiving me.
👍
thanks ray ive been dealing with anger these past few days , i really needed this message :)
할렐루야!~~
전에 한국어로 번역된 전도 영상들을 보고 은혜 많이 받았습니다!
이영상도 보고싶은데, ㅠ.ㅠ
한글 자막으로 번역되지 않은건 영상 내용을 알 수 없으니 나중에 영어공부해서 보도록 하겠습니다.
하늘의 상급이 크실 줄 믿습니다!
레이님~~
사랑하는 예수님 이름으로 축복합니다!
영상들 감사합니다 ~~
I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me. (Galatians 2:20, KJV)
Ray, I thoroughly enjoy the videos you create containing principles of life as they apply to believers and how to share the Gospel with non-believers. We plant the seed and allow our Heavenly Father to convict those that hear it. I've become a partner with your organization because I'd like for more sharing of the good news in the manner you are demonstrating. The Law of God is paramount to trusting His Son and something most pastors don't exposit. Rebecca responded "by accepting Jesus?" and you said, "no, by trusting Jesus". thank you for sharing and keep it going, Pastor Ray!
Ray! Don't you dare take even one of your videos off of youtube! I want them to be with us forever. They are such a gift to me. Thank you so much. You'll never know how much you've helped my soul. God bless you my dear friend.
Thank you so much for this short teachings brother Comfort. It is truly a blessing... 💖🙏🏻
Saints, would you PLEASE pray? A young girl from a local school attempted suicide the other day and is in critical care.
Praying.
@@LivingWaters TY so much ❤️🩹
I recently hired a contractor gave him some money up front he took the money and never came back we had a feeling he was going to do that after we hired him my wife put an arrest warrant out for him I’m not being resentful or hateful but I do pray for justice and I pray this man truly finds Jesus Christ
You did the right thing. He must suffer the consequences! He would keep doing it to others.
Don't give contractors (or anyone you're hiring) money up front if you don't feel comfortable.
Ray you have blessed the body of Christ for years. May God continue to bless you and keep you my Brother in Christ.
1 CORINTHIANS 1:18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God...
GOD bless you Brother Ray!! For the mission you carrying and reaching the lost souls with love and spreading the good news!! Halleujah Blessed be the name of JESUS ❤️✝️😇 prayers from india ❤️🙌🙌
I have read "Out of the Comfort Zone", it was a great read. I'll reread it again one day.
The problem with being an Athiest is that you become a Satanist without even knowing
Hello Thandile, from a fellow South African! ❤️
Having one speck of anger or hatred in your heart keeps you from being able to love unconditionally. Forgiveness is the answer. God bless us.
Thank you Ray. I have a mentee who. I have been working on forgiveness with. He is learning, but I LOVED that prayer you recited. I am going to memorize it and have him memorize it as well. Thank you....GOD bless
Ray's example of a positive prayer:
"God, I come to you in Jesus name,
I pray for the wisdom of God to fill my soul.
I pray for a love of righteousness, and a burden for the lost.
I pray for a courage that will cause me to reach out and speak words of wisdom to those who are in the shadows of death.
Oh God, use me for your glory.
Open doors.
Open my understanding.
Teach me from your word."
God bless
I’ve watched a lot of these videos, and when asked the question; “Are you a good person?” I have yet to see anyone say, “no, actually, I’m not.” Which is exactly what I would say, even today... It just makes me wonder what I would’ve said prior to my own conversion, at the height of my pride, if I ever encountered someone like Ray.
This video teaching is so very practical. Thank Ray for your kindness and encouragement.
I pray for you Ray Comfort. The reason is that you are the best teacher of the Gospel I have come across on youtube.
I have no friends please pray for me..
Ik I got God but is that enough?
God is more than enough. Keep your eyes on Him. Stay in the word and stay connected to Jesus.
neither do i, yes he is more than enough :)
better to have no friends that would have to lead you to hell, than to have no friends that cant trick you into doing evil things.
Yes.
Soooo NO FACE TIME?
Ray, thanks for reminding us that Jesus commands us to live our enemies. I've been reminded this like 3 times in one week , so I think God is trying to tell me something. When we love our enemies,it breaks down strongholds that the enemy erects to keep us from sharing the gospel with people who hate us. It softens their hearts and makes them more receptive.
By the way, I was amazed that even though the man thought Rebecca would not be open to the gospel, she was very much so! It's another example of how we always need to keep an open mind, and also not to let others discourage us from trying to talk to the person or people accompanying them.
Send your enemy a fruit basket! Love it. It made my soul feel better. Im married to a narcissist. He manipulates my soul and heart constantly. Its getting very hard to think lovingly or do him good. I need some daily responses to keep my heart full of love no matter what he does.
Cynthia compassionately remind yourself no one WANTS to have narcissistic personality disorder.... They are actually victims to, understanding what happened during his early years or upbringing 3rd and feeling empathy for his childhood pains can help you find new tolerance or forgiveness.
That said.... Clear boundaries to protect yourself as much as you are able. Time apart if your health and mental wellbeing are suffering too much.
" I NEEDED"to hear this message, thank you and GOD bless you
In a sense I agree with this...I agree with this but let's say you have somebody who steals over and over and over again and you forget about them stealing or you forget how this person who keeps hurting you over and over again and how they hurt you maybe in a specific sneaky way that you have to remember so they don't do it in that way again and you just constantly keep letting it happen because you forget about it that is not good I believe if you are still remembering what can happen that you can still be cautious about certain things but to forgive is to let It go when it happens to forget is almost an impossibility and it protects you from bad things happening again I think that's kind of why God gave us a memory.. forgiveness is one thing forgetting is another..