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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My husband and I, both Christians, have not really attended church in recent years, but now that we have a child, we are looking at life very differently and perhaps seeing the value of having a church life. We don’t really like being affiliated with the “nones.” Should we just choose any ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Are there indications that angels help people today like they did in Bible times, and if so, should we be able to sense their presence? – A.W.

A: On a deserted, narrow mountain road along a steep cliff, three missionaries realized they needed to turn their car around and go back down the mountain...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My friend was bragging recently about having met very important people, and “lorded” it over me in an effort to intimidate me and diminish my opinion about our topic of conversation. Is it right for someone to go out of their way to belittle another person just because their life experiences are...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: What does it mean to have a clear conscience? – C.C.

A: The Bible says that we should “strive to have a conscience without offense toward God and [others]” (Acts 24:16, NKJV). Conscience is a vigilant eye before which each imagination, thought, and act is held up for either censure or ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Is the devil as powerful as Jesus? Is it Satan that makes us sin and do the things we don’t really want to do? If so, we can’t help ourselves since we are not as powerful as the devil, right? – T.C.

A: Someone may say, “The devil made me do it!” But the truth is that Satan, the devil, can...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Technology is taking over the world! Who, other than tech gurus, can keep up with the constant change, the advancements? Even the vocabulary has been impacted, having to consult an online dictionary for the latest meaning and application of a word. This ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Since the popularity of social media has exploded onto the scene, people have all kinds of platforms from which to vent their feelings or proclaim their successes, which has resulted in thousands becoming “influencers.” This can be helpful, and it can also be dangerous. Christians do seek to ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I hear a lot of Christians say that in order to have religious unity, we must set aside the doctrine of the Bible. Isn’t the doctrine the teachings of Christ? There’s a concerted move these days for all the religions of the world to come together. This is perplexing when most religions hold to ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’ve been taking my grandkids to entertainment spots from coast to coast and am amazed at the fantasies people believe, claiming anything can be believed into existence. As a kid, it was fun to see the animation of Mickey Mouse, but the escape rooms, deceptive games and now the deception of AI ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I was watching a documentary on the ancient worship of idols and was stunned to hear a pastor reference it and say that idol worship isn’t just an ancient act but that it still takes place today. Really? – I.W.

A: We most certainly have gods today. They’re not made from marble and wood; they ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: There’s a lot of emphasis being put on getting the United States healthy again. At first, I thought it was just a talking point for the purpose of scoring political points, but the evidence of skyrocketing diseases and death, even in young people, made me pause and consider the facts. Society is ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I have been praying for a particular person for several years. I don’t really know her, but I knew her grandmother. The granddaughter grew up in a troubled home, and my heart ached for her and the abuse she endured. I’ve lost track of her and don’t know if there is value in praying for her. ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I am worried that I worry so much! It’s been a lifetime habit (perhaps even an ongoing sin). I keep trying to overcome it, but when I think I’m making progress, something worse happens and I start all over again, pacing the floor and groaning about other “what ifs.” Is there any hope? – W....Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: The world is filled with images that are hard to erase, particularly all that is so accessible on the internet today. I work with a youth group, and they are trying to reconcile how the Bible relates to their high-tech world today. Surely it can’t be true that technology has overpowered God’s ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: The Bible refers to Christians as children of light. What exactly does that mean? What age does this refer to? – C.L.

A: Children are often frightened of darkness, but adults can get nervous finding themselves in the dark, especially when unprepared due to a sudden storm. Darkness breeds ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Is it true that to belong to Jesus, we have to set aside how we want to live? – R.C.

A: God is calling people to follow Him. He’s calling people to salvation in Christ Jesus the Lord. We can respond, “Yes, Lord, I will repent of my sin and receive Your forgiveness and will be what You want me...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: What does it mean to be righteous? It seems like an arrogant thing to admit. Are we to strive to be righteous, or is it only something granted to church leaders? – R.P.

A: We must be righteous in order to be received into the kingdom of God – but no one is righteous apart from Holy God. So, ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: We lost our teenage son in an auto accident. We remain strong in our faith, but time isn’t bringing healing, and we’re finding it hard to fellowship with the parents of the boy who was driving irresponsibly. We treasure the years we had our son but are struggling to find strength to provide care...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’m not one who is comfortable praying in public or even in a small group. Praying to my Lord is sacred and personal. When I’m directing my thoughts and petitions to Jesus, I don’t have to worry about my prayer being critiqued by those listening. My pastor tells me I’m wrong about this. His ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I have worked hard for many years and have provided for my family, but I’m not wealthy. I’m not caught up with striving for money that sits in a mutual fund. My pastor has been preaching on the importance of riches because God Himself is rich, but this seems opposite of what the Bible teaches. ...Read more