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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I wish I could go back to the old days when the world was more peaceful and more kind. Is there any turning back, or do we simply accept the inevitable? The news carries the headlines of bombs falling in Ukraine, the idea of nuclear bombs wiping out the world, and bunker bombs that detonate other ...Read more

In the early 2000s, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were the most Republican-leaning religious group in the country.

Those days are over, a new study found. Between 2007 and 2025, the percentage of Mormons who reported leaning Republican dropped by 12%, according to an analysis by market research firm YouGov of data ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I was deeply moved to watch a state funeral and hear the words of the song “Amazing Grace.” Thousands raised their voices singing the tune and the words, “that saved a wretch like me,” many having no idea of what it means. How can this be? – C.M.

A: Before the world was established, ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: If I’m not organizing the neighborhood picnic or attending a corporate dinner, I’m at work. When I rush off to my weekly Bible study and listen to God’s call to “rest,” it frustrates me, because I really don’t know how to do that. I work hard to stay ahead of tomorrow. Yet I know that ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: While visiting a friend, I poured my heart out, going from one thing to another, carelessly telling her that my favorite activity was spending two or three hours at night on Facebook. I also told her how miserable I was. She challenged me to read some Bible passages each morning and pray each night....Read more

Q: Your insights through your column are thought-provoking and often generate fascinating discussion within our family. One thing I have always wondered about is why God would tolerate, let alone encourage at times, the sacrifice of innocent human and animal life. Our modern sensibilities are shocked by activity of that type. Can you help us...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Are people deceived if they say they are Christians because of the humanitarian work they do? Others say they are Christians but do not do any humanitarian work. Who is the real Christian? – R.C.

A: Through the ages, people have debated the doctrines of faith and works. Which should come first? ...Read more

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A new ordinance allowing a religious blade inside Sacramento City Hall went into effect Tuesday, and members of the Sikh community who carry the article of faith packed the council chambers for the occasion.

Some members of the Sikh community carry five religious items as a formal recognition of their religion. One of ...Read more