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The only question now is, “What does Oct. 7 mean?”

The prophet Zachariah taught in chapter 4, verse 6, lo b’ chail v'lo b’koah ki im beruchi,“Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the Lord of hosts.” This was the philosophy of Jewish survival for 2,000 years when we had to make due with piety ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Our country is in serious trouble and as the election approaches, there may be a chance for a change, but if our young people do not learn the importance of being responsible citizens, what future do we have in America? – T.A.

A: It may surprise many adults to learn that most young people want ...Read more

Americans are split down the middle on their perceptions of the country’s religion, new research finds.

Fifty percent of Americans surveyed say they think the U.S. is a Christian nation and should be based on Christian values, according to a Sept. 24 analysis by Public Religion Research Institute fellows.

The research is based on a national ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: There’s a lot said today about young girls and anorexia, but I don’t hear a lot about gluttony, and we have a population seriously overweight – me included. Is this sin or simply indulgence? – O.E.

A: Anything that consumes us, anything that causes us to think of nothing else, is sin. God ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why should we worry about Heaven while we’re here on Earth? – H.N.

A: The Bible doesn’t tell us everything we’d like to know about Heaven, but the Bible does tell us everything we need to know about Heaven while we are here on Earth. We should believe what the Bible says ...Read more

A majority of U.S. adults say they believe the U.S. Constitution is inspired by God, but apart from a colloquial expression of the date, there is no mention of a higher being throughout the document.

That’s not the same for the nation’s state constitutions, where there’s at least one reference to God or the divine in each and nearly 200 ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My wife isn’t thrilled about my love for baseball but with the World Series approaching I am glued to the television. She thinks I’m making light of religion when I tell her that there are a lot of religious analogies in the game of baseball. Am I wrong? – W.S.

A: Years ago in the seventh ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: After attending the same church for 40 years, the greatest challenge in moving to a different state has been finding a home church. When I ask about a certain church people tell me all about the music, sports and educational programs, but little about the Bible. Is this really a church, and are the ...Read more

Most U.S. Catholics disagree with the church’s stance on a number of issues, including the use of contraceptives, according to a new poll.

The latest Pew Research Center poll, released Thursday, finds that 83% of U.S. Catholics say the church should allow the use of birth control, while 15% say it should not.

The poll surveyed 2,021 U.S. ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Does the Bible really teach that animals will not be in Heaven, specifically people’s beloved pets? – B.P.

A: While the Bible does not specifically answer the question of animals in Heaven, no one can miss God’s creative work in the animal kingdom. God’s creation story is the first ...Read more

DETROIT — A prominent pastor in Detroit has called for other Black faith leaders to support Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, saying any concerns about the former president's character should not deter them.

"God uses people who we may question their character," said Pastor Lorenzo Sewell of 180 Church at a Trump campaign-...Read more

We assume that all God winks are positive loving supportive messages from our dearly departed. That is not true. If our loved ones were not happy with our behavior while they were alive, why would we assume that they are all of a sudden warm and fuzzy and supportive after they die? F makes the point…

Q: Rev 21:4 says, “…there shall be...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Is storing up treasures in Heaven, as the Bible says, more important than preparing a will? – S.T.

A: Few people like to dwell on death, and more people never prepare for it, but the Bible emphasizes these matters. Life is uncertain, but our future doesn’t have to be. Since death is an ...Read more

CHICAGO — As a chief architect of Project 2025, Russell Vought has risen into the national spotlight for co-authoring the controversial conservative blueprint designed to radically overhaul the federal government under the next Republican president.

But years ago, the Wheaton College graduate made headlines for another written work — one ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: What is the difference between “professing Christ” and “possessing Christ”? – P.C.

A: Professing faith in Jesus Christ is clearly not the same as possessing Christ, who is the source of faith. People can have religion but not know Christ. It’s having Christ that counts.

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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’m a high school student trying to live so my friends will ask me why I believe in Jesus, but many of them don’t even believe that there’s a Heaven, much less a God that loves them. How can I convince them? – B.J.

A: The Apostle Paul appeared before King Agrippa and presented the truth of ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I go to a Bible study but live differently from my friends. They treat me like one of them but I’m really not; I just like being around them but I could never be like them. I wish I could change my lifestyle but it’s too hard. – C.L.

A: There’s only one way to have victory over sin: be so ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Our family has a real desire to practice prayer in a way that makes a difference in our lives and a difference in the lives of those we pray for. How can we do this and not be distracted while praying? It is a constant obstacle to us during times of prayer. – D.D.

A: Prayer is more than a wish; ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I attended a funeral recently and the husband of the deceased who was very wealthy claimed that no amount of money can bring health back to someone at death’s door. My wife’s response to this was livid. She gave several examples of money providing last minute, life-saving miracles that brought ...Read more