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What does the Bible say about fame and friendship?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I sometimes wish I were a famous person because the famous don’t have to work to have friends; people are just naturally drawn to them. I don’t mind spending a lot of time alone; however, there are times I wish I had friends that I could trust and enjoy being with. Does the Bible say anything ...Read more
Have people corrupted the church of the book of Acts?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Have people corrupted the church of the book of Acts? It’s sad to say, but it’s hard to find a church in my hometown that would be described as the Bible describes the church. – T.C.
A: We think of the church as a building, but there is a group of people, often a minority, in almost every ...Read more
I know the depth of human anger is caused by sin, but why does God get angry?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I know the depth of human anger is caused by sin, but why does God get angry? – C.A.
A: The Bible tells us that God “is slow to anger” (Nahum 1:3, NKJV). He is patient beyond man’s capability. But there are many instances when God’s anger is revealed. The Prophet Nahum preached that God ...Read more
What is the basis for parental discipline?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: We are new parents, and both grew up in households where disciplinary action was part of daily living. It wasn’t abuse, but correction. But we don’t want our kids to live with a list of rules. Our parents have told us we’ll live to regret setting discipline aside. What is the basis for ...Read more
Should we accept as true religion what Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all agree on?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Yale Divinity School posted an article that claimed, “Pluralism is the most tenable option … God is merciful and loving according to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.” The conclusion is that we should accept as true religion what they all agree on. Isn’t this rather dangerous? – D.B.
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Is Satan eating away at the foundation of marriage and family?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: If there could be one sin responsible for the high divorce rate in society, what might that be? – M.F.
A: The impact of divorce on children is staggering, and the full negative impact is still to be assessed as the psychological and emotional scars break through to harm future families.
One of ...Read more
What does joy really mean?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I see the word “Joy” on coffee mugs, plaques, T-shirts and books, but I seldom meet someone who truly demonstrates joy, only a smile and a laugh in the moment. What does joy really mean? – H.J.
A: The word joy has all but disappeared from our current vocabulary. One reason is because...Read more
Where in the Bible is it mentioned that grown children are responsible for taking care of their parents?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I heard a preacher on TV say that grown children are responsible for taking care of their parents. Is this true, and if so, where in the Bible is that mentioned? This would be very hard for me to do, but when I was young, my mother took care of her parents in their last years of life. I’ve ...Read more
Are viruses that infiltrate the body the same as sin that kills the soul?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: The dark mornings and evenings of winter seem to welcome in the flu season. Our preacher compared viruses that infiltrate the body to sin that kills the soul. Doesn’t that seem far-fetched? – V.K.
A: When flu season comes around, people live in dread of getting this terrible virus because it ...Read more
Will God still help people even though they may reject Him?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Is it necessary to receive salvation before God will hear people’s prayers, or will He still help people even though they may reject Him? – R.G.
A: For the spiritually dead, there is no communication with God. The world of the physically deaf is one that those with normal hearing find difficult...Read more
Is my grandson filled with Lucifer's pride?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I love my little grandson. His parents are faithful Christians, but I have to say I’ve gotten an education about how sin reigns in us. This little 6-year-old has a real devilish temper and is quite prideful, which causes me to remember that Lucifer was filled with pride, right? That’s scary! –...Read more
Did God speak directly to people in the ancient world?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Is it really possible that God spoke directly to people in the ancient world, and how can we reason this out? – R.T.
A: If we were confronted with a book that said in hundreds of different situations that, for instance, the king or queen of England spoke, we would believe that he or she actually ...Read more
A creator can’t be the created, can it?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: My professor has assigned our class to collectively answer the question: If God is the Creator, who created God? Our research must include findings from ancient and modern thinkers, and surprisingly, we can use Biblical text and other religious writings. But the question is still mind-bending. I don...Read more
Has God has a spark of Himself in the human heart?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: It’s interesting to engage people on the subject of God. Most people jump to the conclusion that I want to convert them to my faith of Christianity, but when I start asking questions to them about their beliefs, most people don’t have any, or at least can’t seem to sort them out. I’ve found ...Read more
Why do we need to study galaxies when we can't feed everyone?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Why are humans fascinated with space exploration? It seems that God has given us everything we need to live life on Earth. Why do we need to study galaxies? It seems strange to spend trillions of dollars on going to planets with no people when we have millions of people we can’t feed because there...Read more
What does it mean when the Bible says to walk with God in all His ways?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: What does it mean when the Bible says to walk with God in all His ways? – W.G.
A: Parents who take their child for a walk generally want the child to stay close so that he or she does not stumble over rocks, slip into mud holes, or run into traffic. Parents should guide the child and teach him or...Read more
Why is it hard for people to follow Christ?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Why is it hard for people to follow Christ? – A.C.
A: Many people struggle with whether to receive the forgiveness of Christ and accept His salvation. They want Christ to walk with them, but they don’t really want to walk with Him – along His pathway of forsaking all that goes against the ...Read more
Shouldn’t there be more emphasis on pointing people to see the reality of God’s gift to the world?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Christmas is a day – a season – of beauty. While the holiday has become overly commercialized, surely the birth of Jesus was the inspiration for the beauty of this holiday that spreads its magic around the world. Shouldn’t there be more emphasis on pointing people to see the reality of God’s...Read more
How can I put fear aside and enjoy the good experiences God gives me?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: One of my great fears is that when the time comes to retire – and I plan to work as long as I possibly can – I will not be challenged in life. What mindset should I try to develop so that I can put this fear aside and just enjoy the good ...Read more
Shouldn't churches be more liberal?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: I go to a church that doesn’t mention sin. The pastor emphasizes positive things that speak to the better part of human beings. Our church has become a beacon in one of the largest cities in the country because we emphasize social compassion and accept those who love God but may not live ...Read more
