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What is one surprise about the Scripture?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I have to write a paper on the most surprising thing about the Bible. This assignment is beyond my creative thinking. I’m sure there are many different ways to think about this, but what is one surprise about the Scripture? – S.S.
A: One of the most thrilling things about studying the Bible is ...Read more
How can I reconcile with my past attitude towards my deceased parents?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I have been very critical of my parents. I never thought they made good decisions concerning us children and I felt that they always had their best interest at heart – not ours. I’ve now become a father and am ashamed to say how wrong I’ve been all these years. Sadly, my parents are both gone ...Read more
Is it acceptable for liberal historians to paint American heritage as a lie?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: It is interesting to note that not only are liberal historians trying to paint American heritage as a lie as they seek to rewrite history the way they want it to be, but even radio talk show hosts are trying to dismantle the heritage of our faith and the strength that it gave the early settlers of ...Read more
If sinful people don’t deserve the goodness that God gives to all, what about the grace of God
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I understand that we as sinful people don’t deserve the goodness that God gives to all people, but I often hear pastors speak about the grace of God. What exactly does that mean? – T.G.
A: God’s grace refers to much more than His kindness and mercy, although those traits are certainly ...Read more
Shouldn’t children be protected from bad information?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I am reluctant to give my child the entire Bible because there are very troubling stories in there about sinful acts that I don’t want my children to know about. Yet I’m troubled to keep the whole Word of God from them. Am I overthinking this? After all, God has chosen to expose the awful sin of...Read more
Is it alright to be discouraging while trying to live the Christian life?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: It’s discouraging to try to live the Christian life. Devotionals say we must exercise discipline. I’m not a person of discipline. I live for the moment and think about it all later. This is the way I was made. I wasn’t made to brood over decisions but simply to live. Yet I do find myself ...Read more
Do prayer rallies really make a difference?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’ve been asked to head up a delegation to go to the National Day of Prayer this spring. I respect people who want to pray to God for help in this messed up world, but does it really help? It seems like each year our nation becomes more deeply wicked and kicks God out while the devil’s ways are ...Read more
Whose business is it that we decide if we want to be saved from our sins?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I am a person of faith, but even I resent others who insist that we all must decide if we want to be saved from our sins. Whose business is it anyway? – R.S.
A: The majority of people love to hear a true story about being saved. Social media platforms light up when a search and rescue account is ...Read more
How can I reignite hope for tomorrow?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Our nation has come through a tumultuous political battle and the country is divided on the winners and losers. I’m quite neutral on all of it because I have no hope in either side. I feel hopeless though I know the future does not depend on human leadership. But how can I reignite hope for ...Read more
Should I still pray for people who keep going to church while they are living sinful lives and have no shame?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’m confused by a Bible passage that says if we keep on sinning, we aren’t really saved. I know people who keep going to church while they are living sinful lives and have no shame. They claim they’re under grace, resenting any suggestion that they’re not living according to God’s standard...Read more
Is stubbornness sinful?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I admit that I am a stubborn person (my husband reminds me of it every day). I’m a Christian psychologist so I know that at the heart of being stubborn reveals having issues with authority. I even loathe myself sometimes when I display emotions of stubbornness, but had it not been for my ...Read more
How do we combat the tendency to run away from responsibility?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: As part of the aging baby boomer generation, how do we combat the tendency to run away from responsibility, even run away from a spouse or family? – E.N.
A: People react to aging in different ways. Some approach it with relief, yearning for its peace and freedom. Others greet it with mixed ...Read more
Are there examples in the Bible of people who followed God yet dealt with depression?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I deal with depression often and am more concerned about the frequency than the depression itself. I’m not sure if it is actually depression or discouragement. Maybe it’s just disappointment, but are there examples in the Bible of people who followed God yet dealt with these struggles? – D.A. ...Read more
Is just praying for others a good way to live?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’ve been sick for a long time, unable to go to church, work or be active. Friends have challenged me to push and not give in, but I simply can’t. My heart was broken when they told me that just praying for others is no way to live. Yet it has been my lifeline. My soul is downtrodden. – H.S.
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What can I do to keep from becoming too self-righteous?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I come from an ambitious and successful family. I have four siblings; all doctors or lawyers – one sister is both. While I believe they love me, they are a bit embarrassed with my lack of ambition (in their words). After all, I am only a wife and mother raising five children who love the Lord and ...Read more
Why was Cain’s offering to God unacceptable?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Why was Cain’s offering to God unacceptable? Didn’t he give the best of the labor of his hands and isn’t this what God wants from us, to come just as we are and give our best? – M.W.
A: The song “Just as I Am” presents the strongest Biblical basis for the call of Christ. It repeats many...Read more
Why can't I live right?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I have tried very hard to live right but it is useless. Every time I have checked all the boxes on the good list, it seems I fall deeper into despair. I wish I had it in me to live the right way but I guess I’m hopeless! – W.H.
A: The devil wants us to think we’re hopeless – without Christ ...Read more
Why should a Christian have such a dull life?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I just returned from a trip to Disney World and it was a happy place to be. When I got home, it was depressing because living an average life is not so happy. I have friends that lead pretty exciting lives and I work hard to keep up with all their ...Read more
Does the Bible say the heart is wicked and evil?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I’ve been told that the Bible has a lot to say about the heart and that it is wicked and evil. This is disturbing, and if true, why is this? – W.E.
A: The Bible speaks very specifically about the human heart. It devises wicked imaginations (see Proverbs 6:18), is “deceitful above all things�...Read more
