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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: The Bible indicates that we should show mercy to others, but I’m not sure that is what most people need. It seems to me that the world needs correction – one big therapy session. – W.N.

A: The first and second commandments are the only therapy the world has ever needed. “Thou shalt love the...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My husband and I are now old – late 80s. We’ve seen a lot in our lifetime and are thankful that we’ll soon be in Heaven. But we grieve for the kind of world we’re leaving the younger generations. Morality is all but gone, livelihoods are in shambles, homes torn apart, and churches confused ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’m studying the anthropology of race at the university but have been slapped with a citation – accused of racism – because I made the comment in class that there is only one race in all of the world – the human race. To calm down the emotion this has stirred, the teacher said that she would...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’m a new Christian trying to understand all the information about my new faith. I was told Christians have abundant life in Christ, but I’m getting ridiculed by my friends and laughed at for my beliefs. So what does the Bible mean when it says we should bear our own cross? I thought Christians ...Read more

FORT WORTH, Texas — A woman and her parents are suing Gateway Church and a former youth group attendee, alleging she was sexually assaulted and groomed by a high school senior when she was 13 years old.

The lawsuit was filed Wednesday in a Tarrant County District Court. The plaintiffs are seeking more than $1 million in damages.

The ...Read more

FORT WORTH, Texas — Gateway Church has canceled its annual conference in the aftermath of its founder and head pastor resigning after admitting he sexually abused a 12-year-old girl in the 1980s.

The church announced the cancellation of the conference on the event website.

“We’re continuing to pursue truth, and we’re filled with hope ...Read more

Q: The Catholic Church has many miracles that no other religion has, miracles like healings, apparitions, stigmata, incorruptibles, bi-locations, floating, reading minds, along with many Eucharistic miracles. What other faith had received so many blessings by God as an indication of what to believe? Is there anything else he must do to win you ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My passion in life is to pastor a church; not to build a large campus, but rather help people build a strong spiritual foundation. The seminary professors suggested that if I only want to do that, I should become a life coach instead of a pastor. This is discouraging since the Bible doesn’t really...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’ve always been opposed to the idea of Hell and never allowed my children to talk about the devil unless it was in a humorous way. Now that I’m older and watching our world become Hell on Earth, I had to reconsider my position. I joined a Bible study for the sole purpose of learning why so many...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why did the Apostle Paul talk about glorying in the cross of Jesus? – G.C.

A: Paul gloried in the cross because it demonstrates God’s judgment on sin through the willing sacrifice of Christ on behalf of sinful man. “We have turned, every one, to his own way” (Isaiah 53:6, NKJV). He gloried ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My college professor claims that the Bible cannot be authenticated, particularly regarding the account of Jesus’ resurrection. Can anyone prove other antiquated stories? – P.R.

A: There is more evidence that Jesus rose from the dead than there is that Julius Caesar ever lived or that Alexander ...Read more

Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz’s vibe has been defined by the internet as “Midwestern dad,” but Minnesotans know their governor as something more specific: a “Minnesota Lutheran” dad.

If elected alongside Vice President Kamala Harris, who herself is Baptist, he could be the first — or second — Lutheran vice ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Did Adam and Eve commit the original sin? – O.S.

A: A man on television once said, “I’ve only one problem in life – temptation.” Temptation entices. We grab hold of what appeals to our senses without considering the penalty for our choices that are costly and sometimes deadly. Satan uses ...Read more

ATLANTA — As a teenager, the Rev. Andi Woodworth spoke out against the lack of racial diversity at a Christian youth camp.

Decades later Woodworth is still speaking on that and a broader range of issues including support of the LGBTQ community, reproductive rights and social justice.

She’s speaking out at a time when state lawmakers around...Read more

I am the perfect person to evaluate God Winks because I am enough of a believer in contact with the dead to acknowledge that some God Winks are real. I am also skeptical enough to know that everything we think is a wink is just not a wink. Here is my wink scale:

Level 1 God Wink: No violation of natural law or verbal communication. These are ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Do prayers of the saints live on after they have died? – P.L.

A: An auction took place at a sheep ranch in South Africa. The farmer had lived a lonely life after the death of his wife. The son of his old age had rebelled and left home to find his fortune, ignoring his father’s promise that ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: As a paramedic, I relate to rescue missions and find satisfaction in spending my life helping others. It’s been said that Jesus came to Earth on a rescue mission, but I’m not sure I understand what it means. – S.R.

A: Who doesn’t want to be saved? “Search and rescue” is a term we hear ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: As a student at Arizona State, I’m studying the science of hope, with a concentration on how pop culture influences the masses, particularly in uncertain times. How does human philosophy square with the Bible’s view on hope? – H.P.

A: Hope is a gift. Have you ever taken hold of such a prize ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’m a political speechwriter but my love is in the world of literature. I’m amazed that historians, scientists, educators, politicians, entrepreneurs and many others often quote Scripture in their writings and public speaking, though few claim to be followers of Christ. Doesn’t this indicate ...Read more

For people who supposedly revere the Founding Fathers, some Christian conservatives seem to have no problem ignoring one of their most abiding principles: the separation of church and state. Now the chief of schools in Oklahoma is demanding that all public schools teach the Bible from grades 5 through 12, saying it is necessary for an ...Read more