HOLLYWOOD MOCKS GOD, FIRES STRIKE AFTERWARD

The 82nd Golden Globe Awards recently took place with great fanfare. However, the event was also marked by a controversial moment when some celebrities used God’s name in ways considered disrespectful, even as part of jokes. While such mockery is not new in Hollywood, something shocking happened just 48 hours later. A massive wildfire engulfed Hollywood Hills, destroying homes, forcing thousands to evacuate, and threatening cultural landmarks like the Dolby Theater, the site of the Oscars.

The wildfire became a terrifying event, exacerbated by strong winds that made the flames uncontrollable. Thousands of residents were forced to leave their homes in haste, grabbing whatever belongings they could save. One resident described seeing the hills ablaze and people frantically packing their cars to escape. In this dire situation, he admitted to praying—something he rarely did before.

In a video by Ray Comfort, the wildfire is linked to a biblical message. Comfort explained that the Bible often refers to rain as either a blessing or a reminder from God. He quoted a verse stating that God sends rain on both the righteous and the unrighteous, emphasizing that God is the ruler of the universe, including the rain so desperately needed to extinguish the fires.

Comfort also spoke with a man named Mark, who initially considered himself a good person. However, upon reflecting on his sins, he recognized his faults, such as disrespecting God’s name, stealing, and lying. Comfort explained that through Jesus' death on the cross, these sins could be forgiven if one repents and believes. Mark ultimately agreed to pray and take this message seriously.

The Hollywood wildfire serves as a stark reminder of life’s fragility and the importance of spiritual reflection. Comfort emphasized that even amidst mockery and rejection of God, there is still an opportunity to repent and find hope in His grace. As written in the Bible, "The grass withers, the flowers fade, but the word of our God will stand forever."