[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fbSryHbbaSNgDi0h81g6bjPe3raHYEp-SWKstys0QdlA":3,"$fmOrgifi35hliHgK2R7aFgcr0eRj64-zm2YJa7Hfja9o":24},{"author":4,"tags":12},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":10,"slug":11,"image_url":10},16555,"Ray Comfort","R",129,"# Ray Comfort\n================\n\n## Full Name and Common Aliases\n-----------------------------\n\nRaymond Edward Comfort is commonly known as Ray Comfort.\n\n## Birth and Death Dates\n-----------------------\n\nBorn on May 5, 1949, in Auckland, New Zealand. Still active today.\n\n## Nationality and Profession(s)\n--------------------------------\n\nComfort is a naturalized American citizen of New Zealand origin. He is a Christian evangelist, author, and filmmaker.\n\n## Early Life and Background\n---------------------------\n\nRay Comfort was born to a Seventh-day Adventist family in New Zealand. His early life was marked by a strong Christian upbringing, which had a lasting impact on his future endeavors. As he grew older, Comfort began to question the teachings of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and eventually became disillusioned with its doctrine.\n\n## Major Accomplishments\n-------------------------\n\nComfort's most notable achievement is his role as co-founder of Living Waters Publications (formerly Way of the Master Ministries), an organization dedicated to spreading the gospel through evangelism and apologetics. He has written several bestselling books, including **\"The Way of the Master\"** and **\"Holocaust of Atheism.\"**\n\n## Notable Works or Actions\n---------------------------\n\nComfort is best known for his documentary film **\"The Atheist's Handbook,\"** which explores the concept of atheism through interviews with non-believers. Another notable work is **\"Banished!\"**, a film that examines the consequences of abortion on both mothers and their unborn children.\n\n## Impact and Legacy\n----------------------\n\nComfort's influence extends far beyond his written works or documentaries. Through his tireless efforts in evangelism, he has inspired countless individuals to explore Christianity and share their faith with others. Critics have praised his ability to engage skeptics and challenge the status quo through respectful dialogue.\n\n## Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered\n-----------------------------------------\n\nComfort's willingness to confront and challenge prevailing views on faith, morality, and ethics has earned him a reputation as an uncompromising advocate for Christian values. His unwavering commitment to spreading the gospel message resonates with many who seek truth and spiritual guidance in today's increasingly complex world.\n\nThroughout his career, Comfort has demonstrated a unique ability to navigate sensitive topics while maintaining respect for opposing viewpoints. This approach has enabled him to engage with audiences from diverse backgrounds and foster meaningful discussions about faith and its relevance in modern society.",null,"ray-comfort",[13,17,21],{"tag_id":14,"tag_name":15,"tag_count":16},2762,"atheist",7,{"tag_id":18,"tag_name":19,"tag_count":20},254,"christian",5,{"tag_id":22,"tag_name":23,"tag_count":20},2100,"atheism",{"quotes":25,"pagination":89},[26,33,40,46,53,59,65,71,77,83],{"id":27,"quote_text":28,"author_id":5,"source_id":16,"has_image":29,"author":30,"source":31,"quote_tag":32,"commentary":10},3896152,"God doesn't believe in atheists.",false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":34,"quote_text":35,"author_id":5,"source_id":16,"has_image":29,"author":36,"source":37,"quote_tag":38,"commentary":39},3896103,"I think the key to passion, to zeal, is gratitude. Or to put it another way, the fuel to motivate is gratitude, and gratitude comes by just backing up a little and realizing how much you've sinned against God.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],"**The Backstory**\nThis quote is attributed to Ray Comfort, a New Zealand-born Christian evangelist and author, likely from one of his many sermons or books. Comfort's life has been marked by a strong faith and a passion for spreading the message of Christianity, often using unconventional methods such as the \" banana argument\" to spark conversations about God. At the time of writing, Comfort was likely reflecting on the importance of gratitude in cultivating a sense of purpose and motivation.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe counter-intuitive truth in this quote lies in the notion that gratitude is not just a positive emotion, but a fundamental motivator that stems from recognizing one's own shortcomings. Comfort suggests that the key to passion and zeal is not self-confidence or a sense of accomplishment, but rather a sense of humility and acknowledgment of one's own moral failings.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, recognize that your motivations and passions may be fueled more by a sense of gratitude for what you have, rather than a desire for self-advancement. By acknowledging your own limitations and shortcomings, you can tap into a deeper sense of purpose and drive, leading to a more authentic and fulfilling pursuit of your goals.",{"id":41,"quote_text":42,"author_id":5,"source_id":16,"has_image":29,"author":43,"source":44,"quote_tag":45,"commentary":10},3896078,"When men don't fear God, they give themselves to evil.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":47,"quote_text":48,"author_id":5,"source_id":49,"has_image":29,"author":50,"source":51,"quote_tag":52,"commentary":10},3364782,"Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.",6,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":54,"quote_text":55,"author_id":5,"source_id":49,"has_image":29,"author":56,"source":57,"quote_tag":58,"commentary":10},3364778,"Faith is the first step to understanding. Either it’s the Word of an infallible God, the fallible words of men, or faith in what you personally believe. You’ve got to have faith in something. Believe me.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":60,"quote_text":61,"author_id":5,"source_id":49,"has_image":29,"author":62,"source":63,"quote_tag":64,"commentary":10},3364758,"What motivates us more: the fear of man or the fear of God? If we fear man more than we fear God, then we don’t see God in truth. We see the Lord as less than a man – and this is proven by whose will we obey. A. W. Tozer said, “An idol of the mind is as offensive to God as an idol of the hand.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":66,"quote_text":67,"author_id":5,"source_id":49,"has_image":29,"author":68,"source":69,"quote_tag":70,"commentary":10},3364751,"Most human beings have enough sense to know that if they work in a city that has a serious smog problem, it’s wise to either stay indoors or at least wear a mask that will filter out the poison. But cigarette smokers have their own little concentrated toxic smog pack that they don’t avoid.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":72,"quote_text":73,"author_id":5,"source_id":49,"has_image":29,"author":74,"source":75,"quote_tag":76,"commentary":10},3364740,"Evolution is unobservable. It’s based on blind faith in a few dry bones and on unreliable dating systems in which the gullible trust. Kids should be allowed to make up their own minds about this issue, and not be censored to ‘one side is all we will let you hear.’",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":78,"quote_text":79,"author_id":5,"source_id":49,"has_image":29,"author":80,"source":81,"quote_tag":82,"commentary":10},3364731,"It is true that you can’t prove a negative. However, the existence of God is provable in the same way a building is positive proof that there was a builder.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":84,"quote_text":85,"author_id":5,"source_id":49,"has_image":29,"author":86,"source":87,"quote_tag":88,"commentary":10},3364716,"If we knew we were to die at twelve o’clock tomorrow night, would we have to step up our evangelistic program, or could we in all good conscience carry on just as we are?",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"currentPage":90,"totalPages":91,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":92},1,13,10]