Faith is for Weak People: Responding to the Top 20 Objections to the Gospel

by Ray Comfort

Every day that we interact with the world, we are in a battle. At stake is the eternal destiny of the souls of our friends, family members, and coworkers. It is a battle we wage not only in prayer but also in words. When we are faced with objections to the faith we profess, are we ready to respond?

Apologist and evangelist Ray Comfort has spent his entire career answering objections to the faith, and he wants you to be equipped to do the same. In this practical book, he shows you how to answer 20 objections to Christianity, including questions such as

- What physical proof is there that God even exists?
- Why does a "loving" God threaten eternal torture for not believing in him?
- If there's an all-powerful God, why is the world so out of control?

Don't go into battle unarmed. Let Ray Comfort train you to be ready with an answer, not so you can be right, but so you can help bring people from darkness into light.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Religion, Faith, Spirituality, Theology

224 pages, Paperback

Published April 30, 2019

About the author

Ray is the Founder and CEO of Living Waters and the best–selling author of more than 80 books, including, Hell's Best Kept Secret, Scientific Facts in the Bible, and The Evidence Bible. He co–hosts (with actor Kirk Cameron) the award–winning television program "The Way of the Master," seen in 200 countries. He is also the Executive Producer on the movies "Audacity," "180," "Evolution vs. God," and others, which have been seen by millions. He and his wife, Sue, live in Bellflower, California, where they have three grown children.

Reviews

[Jennie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished this new book by Ray Comfort, as many of you will know as a speaker at homeschooling events, but also an apologist and he has written various other books. In this new book Faith Is For Weak People – Responding to the Top 20 Objects to the Gospel, Ray shares the importance of sharing our Christian faith and how to easily answer some tough question’s that are often asked by those struggling in the faith or unbelievers.

I don’t know about you, but those are some of the most difficult discussions I have had with others and sometimes my words get all jumbled as I am trying to speak and share. Sometimes I think, what happens if they don’t ever want to speak to me again, but that is not for us to be concerned about Ray reminds us. “As Christians, we are not only separate from this world, but we speak a different language. All we want is to give them the ultimate free lunch: “The gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 6:23). But there are things that get lost in translation. Some think we’re intellectually bankrupt or we are after their money or we want them to join some weird cult. They also don’t like the fact that the lunch comes through “Jesus Christ our Lord.” His names makes demons tremble and sinners nervous.” However, with the help of God, Ray reminds us, we can bring the mountains low and fill up the valleys. What is it that is needed, the Gospel, it is the only cure. Ray shares that statics that many of us Christians don’t share their faith, we are too busy shining our lights in other legitimate areas of life. Our efforts are more geared towards issues of racism, greed, hatred, anger, violence, abortion, drug abuse, etc…. Sure, there are these people and issues in our world and yes, we should be concerned about these issues and the people struggling in those areas, but what do people need? The news of the Gospel. Ray explains it like this, which is a great illustration: “Faithfulness in marriage and living a sober lifestyle aren’t the chief goal of the Gospel. They are the fruit of it. The goal is to see people saved from the just wrath of a holy God by being clothed with the righteousness of Jesus Christ. If we lose sight of this goal, we reduce the church to a social club of well-meaning do-gooders. And the world is full of them – from skilled marriage and drug counselors to the many worthy secular service organizations. They all strive to make lives happier, and they often achieve that goal.” However, to be effective as Christians we must know our goal – sharing the Gospel.

In this book, the first part of the book covers addressing our fears of sharing our faith and helpful suggestions from Ray’s experience in sharing his faith to various types of people he has come across over the years. The rest of the books covers 20 difficult questions you may come across as you talk to people and Ray cover’s these in great detail. Each chapter offers study questions for personal or group discussion.

This is truly a helpful book that all Christians could benefit from reading. This is one I am saving for my children to read in their high school years.

[Rahel · Rating 5 out of 5]

When we attempt to share the Gospel, we might be tempted to respond to arguments that take the time and attention from our main purpose of witnessing: sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ through the Law. Through Ray's examples in this book, I learned an important lesson that we should stay focused and turn the direction of our conversation back into sharing the Gospel truth firmly, lovingly and respectfully when faced with ongoing arguments. It is such a reminder that our job is to plant the precious seed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and that the quality is in the seed itself, not in our eloquence or our evangelizing skills.

[Hannah Elise · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t recommend this book enough. I found it super insightful and encouraging. I’m definitely going to need to read it over at least one more time. It was just so good!

[Nicole Senft · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book, Faith is For Weak People: Responding to the 20 Objections to the Gospel is a well written book on apologetics. The author, Ray Comfort, takes 19 questions that people have about the gospel and talks about each. The title states 20 objections, but what is important to note in this is that he spends 2 chapters on one topic. These chapters discuss the question, "what sort of God would threaten to torture people in hell forever just because they don't believe in Him?" I think that question is a good question to spend 2 chapters discussing. That is a large question in itself. This book is full of many different good questions.

I appreciated how he used the story of David and Goliath in explaining how Christians can face fear when it comes to sharing the gospel. Personally, I think it is true that there is fear when it comes to sharing the gospel. There are places that Christians feel more comfortable when it comes to sharing such as in a location where all are known.

When it comes to sharing the gospel, I have been asked hard questions and they have not always come from nonbelievers but from those who sincerely want to know answers to difficult questions. Ray Comfort does a good job in tackling a few of the larger questions that I have encountered when it comes to sharing faith. I hope that others who read this book will find it helpful not necessarily in answering their questions in full, but at least giving them a starting point to further discussion with someone who has studied theology more. I received this book from Baker Books solely for an honest review of the book.

[Tonya · Rating 4 out of 5]

In an easy, conversational style of writing, Ray Comfort uses truth and logic to answer common objections people raise to deflect from an honest consideration of the claims of Jesus and the Christian faith. It is both encouraging and helpful.

[Rachel Grepke · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have watched Ray for years and read several of his books. This is a great apologetic resource to encourage, remind and refocus our evangelistic efforts and replies. Simple, to the point and effective, much like Ray himself!

[Wendi · Rating 4 out of 5]

There is an ache than never really goes away. Not as long as there are people around me who do not know the LORD JESUS, who may even be convinced they don’t want to know Him.

Most will avoid the conversation altogether. To keep peace, we all know the rule – “steer clear of topics like religion or politics.” BUT, with this ache growing into burning passion in my gut, this longing for those around me to be SURE they are making a truly informed decision about the One who gave everything to be their Savior, I press on to find a way to begin that exact dialogue.

The truth is, the conversation I long to have is not about “religion.” Religion, to me, speaks things like “set of beliefs,” “rituals,” “traditions & ceremonies,” what one might do consistently or repetitively, with commitment and possibly pride in their devotion to those beliefs or rituals.

The conversation I long to have is not about rituals or ceremonies. It is not about what I or anyone else can DO at all. It is about a Person! A wonderful Savior who has already FINISHED what needed to be done to place me in right standing before a holy GOD, Who continually does for me what I am incapable of doing for myself. The One who longs to have an intimate relationship with those who trust Him.

Our LORD JESUS is the One who created us, who redeemed us. The One who pursues our hearts, so He can deliver us from what binds us, and give us the very best of all things – eternal life, light, peace, joy, and love, just to name a few! The One who steps into our hard places and transforms them – and us! – from the inside out. The One who offers us truth that is worthy of our trust, eternally unchanging, a solid foundation on which we can always stand. The One who guarantees lasting security, come what may.

Yes, I press on to have these conversations because I don’t want ANYONE to miss what Almighty GOD longs to give them. I don’t want ANYONE to misunderstand the very real and eternal danger in rejecting Him. He has given each of us the freedom to choose. I simply feel compelled to share the truth that has changed my life, to be certain anyone I come in contact has heard that truth and given it fair consideration.

Ray Comfort, author of “Faith is For Weak People: Responding to the Top 20 Objections to the Gospel,” has spent decades pursuing those conversations too! He admits that fear holds most of us back from engaging others about their souls. We truly do not mean to offend or to make anyone uncomfortable. But we believe there is far too much is at stake to stand by and say nothing.

With suggestions of conversation starters as well as stories from his personal experience, Ray encourages his readers to be brave and step forward … out of LOVE for those who do not know the Savior. Our genuine concern for their well-being can and will overpower any fear within us.

From those who are willing to engage in these conversations, there can be a wide range of comments and questions to navigate. We may fear that we do not have the ability to debate well, that we do not have the “right answers” or any answers at all for their objections. But Ray urges us not to be paralyzed by those fears, but instead to enter those conversations with a little insight.

Our first lines of preparation are always prayer, trusting GOD’s Spirit to guide our words, and growing our knowledge of His Words that will always speak truth. In addition, Ray also provides perspective and possible responses to his top 20 objections to the gospel.

This book is not written to those who present these hard questions, but it is written with a deep love and passion to reach those people in their objections and find a way to lead them to the Savior! Ray is writing to believers who share this ache. He helps us to understand what thinking or hidden agendas might lie behind those questions, what misinformed assumptions might be creating stumbling blocks to hearing and receiving GOD’s truth and offer of salvation. More than anything, Ray urges us to find a way to move from an intellectual debate to an appeal to the conscience, to trust the LORD to touch someone’s heart and reveal a tender place where He can draw them to Himself.

Some questions we will never be able to answer. But, with GOD’s help, we can still respond! We can always speak the undeniable truth of our own experience of being redeemed and reborn! We can trust the Holy Spirit to bring Bible verses and thoughts to mind that encourage someone else to do their own digging. We can always urge someone else to find out for themselves – read His Word, cry out to Him and ask Him to make Himself real to them! We can always be confident that He will hear and answer the call of a soul sincerely reaching for Him!

Ray closes with this: “I have the privilege of preaching the everlasting gospel… GOD doesn’t need you or me. Yet He has chosen to use you and me to bring the message of eternal life to this world. The pauper is allowed to speak on behalf of the Prince. Privileged indeed, beyond words. … Therefore, don’t let anything stop you from appreciating this honor. Cast off fear, apathy, discouragement… Fear only GOD, love the lost, cultivate a tender conscience, pray for wisdom, and let your little light shine… prepare the way of the LORD so that lost sinners will one day see His glory!” (pages 207-208)

Ray Comfort’s “Faith is For Weak People: Responding to the Top 20 Objections to the Gospel,” published by Baker Books, is available wherever books are sold.

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[Lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

short review: Ray Comfort distils the insights he’s gained from his evangelistic experiences into a priceless book that helps you understand popular objections to the Gospel and how to dismantle them. This book is helpful in multiple ways; it helps you better understand how they should view some of the more “difficult” aspects of Christianity, as well as how to explain those topics to others in witnessing encounters. As always, Ray Comfort does a great job of giving Christians evangelistic confidence through his writing and resources.

★★★★☆ | 4.00 stars | Reviewed

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reading notes: I have a soft spot for writers and/or people from New Zealand (that's my family background), so of course I was going to like this.

[Andrii Vyshnevskyi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pride is very predictable. The objections to the Gospel that sinners usually make are based mainly on pride. This book helps to deal with this deadly disease and turn the sinners to the truth of the Gospel using not the intelligence but something much more effective that transcends arguments and gets to the heart of the matter...

[Steven H · Rating 5 out of 5]

BRIEF SUGGESTED RESPONSES TO SKEPTICAL OBJECTIONS

Ray Comfort (born 1949) is a New Zealand Christian minister and evangelist who started Living Waters Publications and The Way of the Master in Bellflower, California.

He wrote in the Introduction to this 2019 book, “the matter of eternal salvation is so important that every stumbling block to the Savior and every misunderstanding should be removed. That’s that this book is about. We love the lost and don’t want anything to hinder a dying world from coming to Jesus Christ… Fortunately, there is an effective and biblical way to humble the proud, awaken the complacent, and bring a living hope to the humble. God hasn’t left us helpless in these most important issues. It just takes a little maneuvering.” (Pg. 16)

He explains in the first chapter, “To be effective we must know our goal---sharing the gospel. We must also know what to say when it comes to suffering, the existence of God, and the many other questions that arise when we involve ourselves in what Charles Spurgeon rightly called the ‘irksome’ task of evangelism. But knowing our goal and knowing what to say are not enough if we are paralyzed by our fears. We are involved in a war, and having weapons in hand is not enough if soldiers are consumed with a fear that keeps them confined to the barracks.” (Pg. 18)

He considers, “The question ‘What sort of God would threaten to torture people in hell forever just because they don’t believe in Him?’… But when we consider God’s goodness and His glory, the question should be changed to, ‘How could a God who is good NOT create hell?’ A.W Tozer said, ‘The vague and tenuous hope that God is too kind to punish the ungodly has become a deadly opiate for the consciences of millions.’” (Pg. 50)

He asserts, “The ‘no one knows if there’s an afterlife’ crowd are … a little thoughtless. This is because the statement is absolute. They are claiming to know what every person on this massive planet knows and doesn’t know. In other words, they are omniscient. In truth, the best they can say is that they don’t know.” (Pg. 68)

He reveals, “When most Christians are asked what they want to do when they get to Heaven, they have a wonderfully spiritual answer. Mine isn’t very spiritual. When I get to heaven and see Adam, I want to smack him in the mouth for causing so much human suffering.” (Pg. 77)

He acknowledges about LGBTQ issues, “Christians have a public image problem… but we simply care where people spend eternity. Our bottom line is that we don’t want gay individuals or adulterers, fornicators, liars, thieves, and many others to end up in hell.” (Pg. 107)

He cites the argument that “Jesus doesn’t say anything about a same-sex union being a sin. Therefore, it must be morally acceptable.” But he counters, “Jesus was also silent about rape and kidnapping, but His silence doesn’t mean that these things are condoned by God… The moral law demands the death sentence for those in same-sex relationships; it also demands death for rapists, kidnappers, and adulterers.” (Pg. 111)

He states, “The question inevitably arises: Why does God leave the hypocrite in the church? The answer is sometimes He does, and sometimes He doesn’t. In the Book of Acts, he killed Ananias and Sapphira for their hypocrisy… And that’s what we need to tell those who complain about hypocrisy. It’s not other people’s hypocrisy they need to be concerned about---it’s their own.” (Pg. 127)

He explains, “When atheists ask me if there’s a possibility God doesn’t exist, I respond with a question of my own. Are they married? If so, I ask if there is any evidence that would change their mind about the existence of their wife?... So it is with the Christian. We know the Lord.” (Pg. 142)

He states, “Sexual abuse… is one of the negative consequences in a society that has thrown off moral restraint… Take, for example, a certain popular television network that hires foxy ladies to host its programs They are almost always attractive blondes who wear revealing fitted dresses and have long, shapely legs that are often filmed from a low angle. This is a form of sexual exploitation, but few complain because the women are highly paid and the male viewership is through the roof. But there’s a negative consequence. The network’s own sexual predators couldn’t keep their hands off the merchandise, resulting in dismissals and millions of dollars being paid out in hush money.” (Pg. 183)

He admits, ‘Atheists will sometimes [ask]… ‘So if Hitler believed at the last moment, he made it to Heaven, but the Jews he murdered went to hell?’… If Hitler ‘believed’ at the last minute, it wouldn’t mean that he made it to Heaven… Without repentance from sin, wicked men cannot have fellowship with a holy God.” (Pg. 202-203)

This book may appeal to Christians seeking ‘snappy’ apologetic responses to objections.

[Nyla Kay · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a 224 page paperback Apologetic book by Ray Comfort that everyone should have in their Christian arsenal. Church libraries need this, also. In his book, author Ray Comfort takes the twenty most asked questions or objections to scripture and provides simple, accurate, easy to understand answers.

The writing is straightforward and so easy to understand. It’s in plain language so anyone will be able to comprehend it. The frank answers are biblically based and make sense. This is just the information any Christian needs to answer tough questions. Seekers would benefit from this book, also.

There are twenty chapters in this book, one for each question. The author answers them in a comfortable style that is like having a cup of coffee and chatting with a friend. The answers are so logical. Author Comfort has done his research and provided a remarkable book to aid in any discussion with non-believers in a non-combatant way.

The author has interviewed various people and incorporated their answers in this eye opening book. The answers to all of the questions are eloquently stated. This book does not want to offend but educate. Questions range from “If God is supposed to be in control of the world why does it seem so out of control?” and “If God is so loving why won’t Christians let gay people be themselves?” to “ The Bible was written by men. Men make mistakes?” and “ what’s so bad about other religions?”

This phenomenal book begins with a table of contents and then a short introduction. These are followed by its twenty chapters. Each chapter answers one of the questions and at the end has follow-up or study questions or further delving into its topic. After the twenty chapters are Conclusion, Notes, and information on the author.

I highly recommend recommend this book. It will be a staple on my bookshelf for future reference. Everyone should read this amazing book. Answers to hard questions are tackled and successfully answered in a magnificent way. It is biblically based and organized in such a way that the information flows from the pages into the readers’ minds and hearts. Anyone would benefit from reading this book.

I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars. A copy was provided by the publisher but I was under no obligation to write a review.

[Joel Jackson · Rating 3 out of 5]

In "Faith is For Weak People," Ray Comfort explores various objections that people have toward the Gospel. He introduces each objection with an applicable anecdote, then explores each breifly, and then offers an apologetic regarding the objection. In this manner, Comfort explores ideas like evil, hell, pain, other religions, etc. In this regard, the book serves as a basic introduction for the Christian who wishes to have the beinnings of answers to these objections. Unfortunately, it feels as if the author does not always go far enough in discussing the various objections to the Gospel. Sometimes the answers seem to simplistic, not truly seeking to identify with searching persons questions. Though more might be desired for answering the skeptics questions, Ray does offer a basic defense and process through which he approaches witnessing - this may be the true value of the book. This basic approach is to ask the skeptic or the new acquaintance about their moral life and if they have broken any of the ten commandments. Most likely the person would answer yes, unless they are not even interested in the conversation. Then we are to proceed from there, offering the truth of the Gospel so that they can understand their need for a Savior and that none of us can restore relatoinship with a loving God without the gift of Jesus Christ. This approach assumes a few things such as proof that God exists and an acceptance or at least openness do the historical reality of Jesus Christ. That said, Ray Comfort gives the Christian witness some good starting points for sharing the Gospel with skeptics. The book just does not go far enough or offer complete answers for those who struggle with accepting Christ amidst the questions of life.
I recieved this book as part of Baker Books blogging program.

[Benjamin Liles · Rating 5 out of 5]

This latest book by Ray Comfort, Faith is for Weak People, has a great deal of good information for fellow believers in Jesus Christ. Rather than focus on logical arguments to prove God is real, rather, Ray uses the Bible to show that God "[chose] the foolish things of the world that He might shame the wise" (1 Corinthians 1:27). Although it seems the book title is out to hurt those of us who choose to follow Christ Jesus, it is one of the objections others who do not understand God or His word use in excusing themselves.

Ray Comfort started his ministry from his home nation of New Zealand around the age of twenty. Since then he has written sixty plus books, moved to Los Angeles, where he preaches open air style at Huntington Beach. He is a Christian apologist, explaining God's love by using the Ten Commandments, first, then he moves on to why we need a Savior in Jesus Christ. It is the same method used by other men of the faith, such as John Wesley, Charles Spurgeon and others.

Along with Ray's congenial manner and his easy-going temperament Faith is for Weak People ought to be his latest hit in the Christian book space. Because of the fact we are inherently in-born with a need to work for the things we have, we also seem to think we can work for God's grace, salvation, but this is the furthest from the truth! In comparison, His anger is on mankind, due to the sin Adam and Eve committed back in the Garden of Eden. God made sure to give mankind another way to reach Him, through the innocence and righteousness of Jesus Christ who died in our place on Calvary's cross. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Baker Books for a fair and honest review.

[Victoria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ray Comfort is a fairly well-known name among Christians, particularly those Christians who spend a significant amount of time on Youtube. He’s authored multiple books and tracts, but I think he is best known for his videos where he engages unbelievers of all sorts in order to share the gospel. This, I believe, gives him the necessary experience to write “Faith is for Weak People”. Regardless of whether one likes his videos, his years of experience has informed him what sort of objections and attitudes are most common among those who reject the gospel.

In each chapter, Comfort tackles objections to the gospel such as Why are there so many hypocrites in the church? Why does God torture people in Hell for not believing in him? and If God is loving, why won’t Christians allow gay people to be themselves? I can’t say I agree with the way Comfort handles every single objection, and the book is certainly not exhaustive on its topics. The chapters vary in length, but it goes about as in-depth and reads almost as a devotional. I would put it in the category of the recent trend in apologetic devotionals, though it is not marketed at such.

My biggest praise for the book is that it is entirely centered on the gospel and sharing it. The book doesn’t focus on trying to prove God in a vague deistic sense but on removing barriers for sharing the best news ever.

Though I think some things could have been dealt with differently or explored more, my impression of the book remains positive. Comfort has real-world experience in engaging non-Christians in apologetic conversation and I think this book is sufficient to equip the average believer in every-day conversational apologetics.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for my fair and honest review.

[Joan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Comfort starts out by reminding us the whole point of working on the questions people ask. It is to save people from the wrath of God. He wants us to keep this in mind while we wrestle with the issues presented. The goal is to present the gospel in an understanding way, not to have an intellectual debate.

This ultimate goal of salvation flows through the book. His style is not academic but rather more like talking to a neighbor. I felt in some cases he did not clearly address the question stated for the chapter. He does not form logical answers that would appeal to the mind but rather discussions that appeal to the heart. He frequently turns to the Ten Commandments to encourage inquirers to admit they are sinners. “There is ample proof for the existence of God,” he writes, “but we have a skeptical jury who loves their sins.” (1632/2575)

Not having all the answers does not bother Comfort. It does not bother him that he does not understand why God does some of the things He does. He encourages readers not to be distracted by by issues such as origins. We are to keep the emphasis on the gospel and sin.

If you are looking for precise answers to twenty questions non-Christians might ask, you will not find them here. You will find a general way to dialogue with people, aiming at their heart rather than their intellect. You will also find lots of questions at the end of the chapters to stimulate discussion.

I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent and honest review.

[Evelyn Fonseca · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my first Ray Comfort book I've read, though I follow his ministry, Living Waters on YouTube and I'm familiar with his evangelism work. I was excited to see that this book was available for review so I jumped at the opportunity.

I've read a couple of books on apologetics but I loved this one because Ray lays down the Gospel very simply but powerfully. I'm not great with making conversations but Ray does it so beautifully yet so simple which makes it easy to follow for people like me who struggle to speak with strangers. In this book, he goes over 20 popular objections skeptics make about the Christian faith. The difference between this book and other apologetics books is that Ray doesn't delve deep into science and philosophy to defend the faith, he uses pure Scripture. Literally, anyone can follow his method, even young children. He just shows how easy and simple it is to share the message with non-believers.

With much humility and love for the lost, Ray has written an excellent book on how to respond to unbelievers and skeptics. The arguments he presents here are the same ones you will hear him use over and over; they always produce results.

I received a copy of this book from Baker in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own.

[Tami · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was drawn to this book because I had heard about Ray Comfort but never read or watched any of his work. While reading this, I was immediately taken by the author's obvious heart for lost souls. That passion exudes from pretty much every page of the book. I especially enjoy apologetic material and this was not an exception. Mr Comfort's voice and sense of humour are engaging.

If nothing, 'Faith is for Weak People' is a wake-up call for Christians to never forget the life-vs-death choice that Jesus presented. I cannot say much about how this book will come across to a non-believer While I do not feel all his answers were perfectly satisfactory (almost sometimes merely glancing the surface), I have to acknowledge that things of faith and God will hardly ever fit into a cookie-cutter mould or have the tidiness of a gift-wrapped item.

This book very directly addresses some of the more difficult questions surrounding belief in Jesus and His gospel. It is worth the read.

I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley and was not required to leave a positive review.

[Kyle Ellis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ray Comfort always does a good job of outlining his points well, backed with good humorous stories. Although many questions in the book are pretty heavy questions, Ray seems to answer many of them in the simplest manner. If you are struggling to focus and gain a desire to speak for the lost, this book will surely help you (re-)kindle that desire. Scripture is used relevantly, and appropriately. I appreciate the times when Ray talks about his own experiences with these objections he presents. These objections are asked, whether or not people tell us their questions, and having an answer is quite important.

But, the one thing I realized though is that this book is not about apologetics, it's about sharing the gospel. Don't read it in hopes you'll become a better apologist. While you might gain that edge of knowledge, you will find more desire if your heart is reading this book with how you can share the gospel with the lost.

[Ginger Snaps · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was on apologetics, which isn’t my style, because while I’m opinionated enough and can hold my own, i’d get too frustrated with people and probably lose my religion in the process, which would be very counter-productive.

(Apologetics is the religious discipline of defending religious doctrines through systematic argumentation and discourse.)

There was a very interesting transcript of a conversation the author had with two ladies who considered themselves to be witches.

I’ll give him credit for having an answer to about every question you can think of. Good for him. We all should be so bold. No, really, we all should.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Faith is For Weak People: Responding to the 20 Objections to the Gospel is a well written book on apologetics by Ray Comfort. Ray addresses the common questions raised against the faith and he responds in a way that provides biblical truth. He does this in creative ways to tackle hard questions, while equipping disciples and encouraging people in the process. This book will give the reader confidence and encouragement to answer questions, but also in understanding that they do know their Bible. I found this book to be helpful, but encouraging!

[Reyna · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you read this and then "Anyone But Me" I´m sure you found this one useful. I think we all need to grow in the evangelization area, in our culture it is very countercultural to go against comfort and object to someone is taken as an offense. May God help us to continue passing the torch of life to others. When I see or hear Ray Comfort I feel deep conviction, I think because I don´t find an alibi to scape. I would like to go through each point with my children, need to take time to do it. I´m glad this kind of material exists.

[victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was very ingenious, thoughtful writing, and compelling to read with that also will giving a practical tools and biblical motivate to tell one and the other about God fighting for yours fear when is come to lose the love one and giving you more confidence and let love overcome from your fear. I highly recommend to everyone must to read this book. “ I received complimentary a copy of tis book from Baker Books Bloggers for this review”.

[Deborah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A challenging guide to evangelism by an expert. This answers some of the most common questions raised by those outside the Christian faith.
I was challenged by the book and felt a new awakening of my need to tell others the good news about Jesus.
I was given this book by Netgalley and the publisher. This is my voluntary and impartial review.

[Jonathan Gaertner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Encouragement and Lessons

This not really a book to go to for apologetics, unless your real desire is to share the Gospel. So the question is, do you want to be used God to share His Gospel or win an argument?

[Jessica Simek · Rating 1 out of 5]

His apologetics is kind of disappointing. Definitely not the book I was expected. He doesn’t seem interested in offering hard answers but instead bringing everything back to the conversation he wants to have. I also am concerned about his view on atonement, he doesn’t seem to believe in PSA.

[Adam Bloch · Rating 4 out of 5]

In a world of constant drift, Ray Comfort is a breath of fresh air. He won't be accepted into the circles of supposedly great scholars, but he simply and straightforwardly presents Christian truth without shame.

[Josiah Richardson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mostly good and helpful. I’m not sure that these are truly the top 20 objections to the Gospel - I’m sure Comfort would know more so than I would. But nevertheless they are interesting questions and Comfort does a pretty good job at answering them.

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really liked this book. It makes you think (or at least it did me) as a Christian about better ways to approach the lost and or those confused about the Gospel.

[Shes_a_book_geek · Rating 4 out of 5]

Overall, it was a really good book. I agreed with most of it and know I will be able to take away some useful tools from it.

[Kathleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think it was a very good book except I'll let you know that some of the questions had the answer of "I don't know" which was a little disappointing!