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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Recently movies and songs titled “Sanctified,” are written and performed by artists who abuse important biblical thoughts. What does it mean to be sanctified, and how does that happen? – S.A.

A: The word sanctified means “set apart.” Scriptures teach that sanctification has three parts to...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Doesn’t it seem the spirit of greed has overtaken the spirit of giving? – G.G.

A: There are clearly two attitudes about money: One is Satan’s. He says to every man as he said to Christ, “All these things I will I give You if You will fall down and worship me” (Matthew 4:9). The other’s ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Can we bargain with God when it comes to what He offers mankind? After all, God is the one who gave mankind its own will, right? – G.W.

A: God does not bargain. We can’t barter with Him. We must do business with Him on His own terms. He holds in His omnipotent hand the priceless, precious, ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I sometimes wish that we could live back in Bible times, particularly when Jesus was on Earth because surely the people around Him had to feel the peace that He brought to Earth. The world we live in today is full of darkness, hopelessness, and despair. I know that Christians are to be the light of ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: There’s a phrase about being in the center of God’s will and I’m not sure how to go about that. Some of the people who attend a Bible study with me say that if we have our needs (and some of our wants) met, we can be certain we’re in God’s will. But this sounds a little more like another ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My longtime neighbor is agnostic and doesn’t want much to do with my family or me because we go to church. But we try to be good neighbors to her, and when tragedy strikes her, we are the first ones she calls. I don’t quite know what to make of it. Should we keep doing what we’re doing and ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: It’s a difficult thing to comprehend what Christians call “being born again” in order to go to Heaven. Once we’re born, we can’t do it all over again. What’s the key to unlocking this idea? With the state the world is in, we must find the solution to making life better. – B.A.

A: We ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My elderly father is living with my husband and me following my mother’s death. He is a joy to have around and we are anxious to provide whatever comforts he needs. While he doesn’t complain, I don’t understand why he just wants me to sit with him and visit. If I just “sit,” I won’t be ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: By nature, I’m a worrier. It seems there’s something new to worry about every day — like climate control, deadly viruses, whether I should take certain prescription drugs in order to look younger, etc. Now people are recommending stockpiling food. As a Christian, how can I keep from worrying ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: The church today seems much the same as the world. What does it mean to take up the cross of Christ, and would this make the church stronger? – B.D.

A: While our nation is seeing an increase of crime, immorality, adultery, drunkenness, irreverence, infidelity, and open apostasy, millions of ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I have two adult children. My daughter wants to move in with her boyfriend because they don’t have enough money to get married. My son wants to get rich fast by investing in cryptocurrency. I brought them up in church and taught them God’s Word and I’m at a loss of what to tell them that I ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I follow an online Bible study where the instructor contrasts people’s opinions and God’s opinions. While I believe in Jesus, I have to admit that I don’t know much about His thoughts or opinions; I just try to go to church and live a good life. How can people tell when their thoughts are off ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: The recent pandemic has had a negative impact on our world, and I’m trying to help some of my friends deal with fear. They’ve been listening to a podcast called The Mindset Mentor, trying to get a grip on themselves. What are some spiritual thoughts I can share with them since they are all ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I make my living as a tech freak and admit that I spend hours each day on my devices. But I’m getting weary of it all and find myself going through each day groaning as I click from one site to the other. I try to pull away, but the instant connection to the world draws me in and has invaded even ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’m just out of college and want to serve the Lord somehow, somewhere. I want to be obedient to Scripture and tell others about Christ. Is this what is meant by being a “fisher of men?” – F.M.

A: Jesus invites each of His followers to become His disciple. “Jesus said to them, ‘Follow Me...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: If God made us in His image, why are so many of us empty and disappointed with life and running around frantically trying to find the next happy thing to do? I’ve just returned from Disneyland and I’ve never seen so many cranky and unkind people, and this is supposed to be the “happiest place ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Slavery is looked down on, and rightly so, in society today. Why does the Bible say that Christians should look to Christ as their Master? – C.S.

A: People everywhere are mastered by someone or something. There’s not one verse in Scripture that indicates Christians can live any kind of life. ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My circle of friends is diverse; some wealthy, others brilliant, and a few of us are average but content — we enjoy volunteering to ministry outreaches. Those considered “successful” say I haven’t reached my potential because I don’t have a big home, a fancy car, or an ideal job. Is money ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Is it true that Jesus Christ is intolerant (or narrow), as some Christians claim? – I.J.

A: In loving, compassionate intolerance Jesus says, “Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction… [and] narrow is the gate… which leads to life, and ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My mother claims to be a Christian but there is no evidence of it at home. How can this be? – B.M.

A: Living for Christ in the home is the acid test for any Christian. It’s far easier to live an excellent life among our friends when we’re putting our best foot forward and are conscious of ...Read more