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Debate over God's existence shed light on anti-Christian bias in society, says evangelist

Evangelist Ray Comfort says last week's debate between himself, fellow Christian Kirk Cameron and two atheists was a unique opportunity to present the message of salvation to millions. The debate was moderated by Nightline host Martin Bashir and broadcast on ABCnews.com, with highlights played on the show.



The debate was taped in New York City by ABC's Nightline and was billed as a battle to prove the existence of God. During the debate, Comfort was able to present the biblical plan of salvation by using God's moral laws, the Ten Commandments, to show the reality of sin and mankind's need to accept Christ's payment.

During the debate, both Comfort and Cameron used creation, DNA, the conscience and conversion to prove God's existence, while the two atheists spoke of evolution as proof that God does not exist. However, Comfort has recently launched a website on intelligent design versus evolution, which looks at the facts.

"On that site, we offer $10,000 for anyone who can offer any living transitional forms," the evangelist points out. "So it's just another interesting site people can go to," he says, "to see how evolution is a fairy tale for grownups. There's no scientific evidence for evolution whatsoever."

Nevertheless, years of anti-Christian movies and shows from Hollywood have emboldened atheists, Comfort contends. "As you'll see on the website, hollywoodblasphemy.com, Hollywood for years has been pushing an anti-Christian agenda and blaspheming the name of Jesus," he says.

"They don't blaspheme Buddha or Mohammad," the Christian evangelist asserts. "It's just the name of Jesus, and they use filthy, four-letter words in between his name," he says. "And this is normal for R-rated movies. So it's turning a whole nation against the gospel, and it's grievous."

Comfort will release a book this summer that looks at the influence of Hollywood when it comes to the backlash against Christianity in the nation. He says last week's televised debate in New York City is a sign of the times.

No, they don't speak against anyone but Jesus, because He is the only true Savior.  Satan has no reason to fear or blaspheme the others, because he knows they have no power.... Only Jesus !  Satan would laugh at the others, and ask "Who are you?"


Acts 19:15  And the evil spirit answered and said, Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are ye?

Brothers and Sisters,

I watched portions of this debate, and I was shocked. I thought that Kirk Cameron and Ray Comfort did a good job in this debate, and I hope that many lost people heard something that will soften their hearts and lead them to CHRIST.

I was shocked by the open hatred against Christians and CHRIST. I kept asking myself "WHY?" This hatred is growing and becoming more and more public. I think that I might have a beginning understanding of this growing hatred, but I want to stay quiet for now. I want to learn more. I think that many of you also have some ideas about this hatred, and you've probably been on the receiving end of it more than once. For now, I'll simply say that this hate is real and growing.

By the way, the arguments against the existence of GOD were lame. The arguments against all the historical evidence of JESUS CHRIST was pitiful. Had they been two high school debate teams, the atheists would have been laughed out of the room.

Love In Christ,
Tom

Hebrews 10:19-23 NASB  Therefore, brethren, since we have confidence to enter the holy place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way which He inaugurated for us through the veil, that is, His flesh, and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful;

I also saw the debate on Nightline.  The woman atheist didn't know about Josephus (the secular historian who wrote of Jesus Christ).  She thought Christ maybe didn't even ever exist....that's when Josephus was mentioned by Ray or Kirk.

Some people might be anti-Christian...but let's just keep letting our lights shine for Christ.  I read that university students are becoming interested in Christianity!  That's good news!