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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I was given a video game for Christmas about Satan and my parents wouldn’t let me keep it. They said I had to give it back to my friend. When I did, I was shocked to find out that he had no idea what the game was about and thought the devil was just a cartoon figure. My parents were right. I did ...Read more

Q: I read your column every week in Newsday. I was particularly interested in a question from M in Gainesville about faith being more important than works. My 12 years of Catholic education didn't include too much Bible study, but I know "faith without works is dead." Had to look up James 2:14-26 NKJV. “By their fruits you shall know them....Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Most people get excited about the turn of a new year. It depresses me because when I look back over the previous year, I realize that I’ve fallen short – again. It defeats me instead of challenges me to try again. Quite honestly, while the world looks as though it is ringing in a new year with ...Read more

The religious makeup of the 119th Congress will be little changed from the previous term, although with some pronounced differences between the two parties, according to an analysis of biographical data collected and compiled by CQ Roll Call.

On average, Congress will continue to be much more religious than the nation as a whole, with around 95...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: The world is so dark these days and it is hard to be optimistic as a year passes and another year begins. Is there anything to look forward to? – L.F.

A: The bright spot on the horizon is the promise of the coming again of Jesus Christ. This is God’s message, and this is the message that Christ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: When the end of the year approaches, I find myself looking at things more realistically and then consider what the Bible says about beginnings and ends. As our nation and world are crumbling before our eyes, it reminds me of what the Bible says about the last days. We are surely in them, aren’t we...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Is there any value in reflecting on the past or should we simply start over when a new year approaches? Looking back seems to bring more sorrow than happiness. – B.P.

A: Looking back is difficult for many people. When a year brings heartache and loss, tragedy and sorrow, we do hope that we can ...Read more