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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why do some people believe that to be used of God, a person must receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit as a definable experience? I was saved in a Crusade, and I never heard this mentioned. – H.F.

A: A preacher once asked a young man if he had ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why do preachers say that the Gospel is a message of urgency? – G.C.

A: People often have one of three reactions to the message of the Gospel. First, some people will deny that the Gospel is true. They laugh and scoff and say, “This talk about sin and resurrection is foolish and ridiculous.” ...Read more

CHICAGO — Moody Bible Institute is suing the Chicago Board of Education for alleged religious discrimination after the college was barred from the district’s student teaching program.

The Christian college alleges Chicago Public Schools will not allow it to participate in the program unless it signs the district’s non-discrimination ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I am ashamed to confess that, though I’ve been a Christian since I was a kid, the only prayers I pray are when I get myself in trouble and shout, “God, help me!” I’m not alone in this and am beginning to learn that prayer is much more serious and joyous than my feeble approach. Where do we ...Read more

Q: I read your column and enjoy and reflect upon your wise words. Could you please define and elaborate upon what the expression "God-fearing" means? My husband and I are Roman Catholics and disagree on its meaning. Please help! – (from J)

A: A wonderful question, dear J. One of the ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I am a worship leader in my church and love it. One of the church leaders told me that I should write more about living a holy life. Isn’t that a little outdated? That’s one of the reasons people are reluctant to go to church, because of the standard churches once imposed on people. We can do ...Read more

Pope Leo XIV urged U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to respect the spiritual rights of individuals in ICE detention after Catholic clergy members said they were prohibited from giving Communion to immigrants at a Chicago-area facility.

On Nov. 1, ICE officials refused to let a group of clergy members led by Bishop José María Garcia-...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: It is stunning to hear people talk about praying when something goes wrong, but they couldn't care less about God when things are good. Isn’t this strange? – H.P.

A: Many people pray only when they are under great stress or facing some crisis. People who have never prayed may find themselves ...Read more