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| November 18, 2008 : |
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| Aid to California |
| RRT Offers Relief as Fires Rage |
| Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (RRT) chaplains are on the ground in southern California today to support victims of devastating wildfires in that region. Learn more |
| November 17, 2008 : |
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| Christmas at the Billy Graham Library |
| You won’t want to miss Christmas at the Billy Graham Library—the most spectacular free attraction in the Carolinas! Learn more |
| November 14, 2008 : |
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| Birthday Banquet Honors Billy Graham |
| 'America's Pastor' receives more than 120,000 letters from people influenced by his ministry |
| Family and close friends gathered at a Nov. 13 banquet to celebrate Billy Graham's 90th birthday. Learn more |
| November 10, 2008 : |
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| God Moves Mightily |
| Stories from My Hope Brazil |
| "God is moving mightily all across the nation through Minha Esperança Brasil!" Learn more |
| November 10, 2008 : |
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| Live Like a Champion |
| Lessons in the game of life |
| Life is a game, and there are several things to notice about games. Learn more |
| November 7, 2008 : |
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| Billy Graham's Personal Testimony |
| My Moment of Decision |
| Read Billy Graham's testimony, in his own words, of the moment that he decided to give his life to Jesus Christ. Learn more |
| November 7, 2008 : |
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| 'Dear Billy' — Our Readers Share Their Stories |
| Messages for Mr. Graham on his birthday |
| “I went to your crusade by mistake; I thought it was a hockey game. That night, I heard the message of salvation from you, and I accepted Christ." Learn more |
| November 7, 2008 : |
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| The Harvest Begins in Brazil |
| My Hope Update |
| "My Hope Brazil is one of the most exciting projects BGEA has had the privilege of facilitating." Learn more |
| November 7, 2008 : |
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| Library Hosts Two-Day Party for Billy Graham |
| Celebrating 90 Remarkable Years |
| Today, well-wishers crowd the sunny brick pathway at the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, N.C., to join the birthday festivities surrounding Billy Graham’s 90th birthday. Learn more |
| November 5, 2008 : |
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| Billy Graham Turns 90 as Nation Transitions to New Leadership |
| Evangelist Reflects on Past Year, Prays for New President |
“President Elect Barack Obama faces many challenges," Mr. Graham says, "and I urge everyone to join me in pledging our support and prayers as he begins the difficult task ahead.”
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| November 4, 2008 : |
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| Words of Wisdom on Election Day |
| Explore these links to read more about a Christian perspective on election day. Learn more |
| November 4, 2008 : |
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| America at a Crossroads |
| Billy Graham's words from 1963 are prophetic and relevant for today. Learn more |
| November 3, 2008 : |
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| A New Day in Taipei |
| Franklin Graham Festival Wrap-up |
| More than 183,000 people in Taipei gathered over the weekend to hear the Good News proclaimed at the Franklin Graham Festival. And close to 10,000 made a commitment to Jesus Christ! Learn more |
| November 2, 2008 : |
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| Xie Xie, Ye Su |
| Franklin Graham Festival: Sunday Night Blog |
| Here we are: It's the final night of the festival. Just over 43,000 have shown up tonight. It's gone by so quickly, yet in many ways, this is only the beginning. Learn more |
| November 1, 2008 : |
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| A Legacy Of Love |
| Graham Family Ties in Taiwan |
| The impact of the Grahams is not limited only to Billy himself. Franklin has followed in his footsteps, proclaiming the Gospel to the nations, including this weekend's festival in Taipei, Taiwan. Learn more |
| November 1, 2008 : |
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| Spray Paint and Spinning Spokes |
| Franklin Graham Festival: Saturday Night Blog |
| It is absolutely packed here at Liberty Square. There are over 53,000 in attendance! We've got a jump ramp and a graffiti mural in front of the main stage this afternoon. It must be Youth Night! Learn more |
| October 31, 2008 : |
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| Ni Hao Taipei! |
| Franklin Graham Festival: Friday Night Blog |
| After a rousing kick-off on Thursday evening, we're out of the gate on Friday night with more singing and performances. Learn more |
| October 30, 2008 : |
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| The Radical Change of the Gospel |
| God’s Message to Taiwan |
| After chatting with Franklin Graham this morning and then witnessing the dedication of the Festival this evening, this has become abundantly clear here in Taipei. There is a buzz in the air, as people anticipate a message of life that is at once timely and timeless. Learn more |
| October 29, 2008 : |
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| Join Us in Praying for the Franklin Graham Taipei Festival |
| The Festival staff in Taipei have asked that we join them in praying for the events of this weekend and beyond. Here are their specific needs and requests. Learn more |
| October 29, 2008 : |
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| How to Fireproof Your Relationships |
| 'Christ is the key,' says film producer Stephen Kendrick |
| “We believe Fireproof paints a 21st-century picture of the faith, hope, and love that makes life and marriage work. Learn more |
| October 29, 2008 : |
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| Praying for the Heart of Taiwan |
| The Spirit Moves in Taipei |
| The most compelling story today came from our own new friend, Fancie. If her testimony is any indication of what God is doing in Taiwan, we’re in for a powerful weekend. Learn more |
| October 28, 2008 : |
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| 106.9 the Light Shines |
| Radio station brings home 4th national award of 2008 |
| Radio station 106.9 the Light has once again received national acclaim, having recently been named “Religious Station of the Year” by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB). Learn more |
| October 27, 2008 : |
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| The Longing of the Soul in Taipei |
| Franklin Graham will conduct his final Festival of 2008 in Taipei, Taiwan, from Thursday, October 30, to Sunday, November 2. Learn more |
| October 24, 2008 : |
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| Called |
| Anne Graham Lotz on discerning God’s will for your life |
| “When God has called me into different aspects of ministry, He’s usually called me from my own experience,” says Anne Graham Lotz, founder of AnGeL Ministries. Learn more |
| October 23, 2008 : |
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| Who Is Jesus? |
| Everything turns on this question: Who is Jesus? Find and understand the answer today. Learn more |
| October 23, 2008 : |
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| Straight Talk About Real Change |
| America finds itself firmly in the grip of fear and uncertainty unlike any time since the Great Depression. Learn more |
| October 17, 2008 : |
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| New Inspiration for Ministry |
| Billy Graham Schools of Evangelism |
| At a Billy Graham School of Evangelism, participants find transformed energy and inspiration, but they also learn fresh, practical ways to breathe new life into the evangelism efforts of their churches. Learn more |
| October 17, 2008 : |
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| When Things are Down, Let's Look Up |
| Words of encouragement from Franklin Graham |
| Our true help comes from God, not from politicians, governments, or anything else of this world. We must be looking up—looking to Him for our help. Learn more |
| October 15, 2008 : |
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| Make Truth a Priority |
| Replacing Lies with God's Word |
| Dannah Gresh is a writer and ministry leader who addresses destructive issues in the lives of others and shows how the power of God's Word can bring healing and freedom. Learn more |
| October 14, 2008 : |
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| Can You Defend the Bible? |
| Apologetics Conference will Prepare the Church for Challenging Times |
| "This is, undoubtedly, a pivotal time in history for the Church to reaffirm biblical truth and understand how best to communicate that truth,” say organizers for the National Apologetics Conference. Learn more |
| October 13, 2008 : |
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| R.V. Brown Wants You to Get Excited about Jesus |
| An evangelist, author, and the founder/president of Outreach to America’s Youth, Brown took a few hours last month to encourage people to get excited about their faith. Learn more |
| October 11, 2008 : |
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| Billy Graham Returns Home After Observation |
| Billy Graham experienced a fall late Friday and was admitted last night for observation at Mission Hospital in nearby Asheville. Learn more |
| October 9, 2008 : |
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| A Father's Heart |
| Billy Graham Reflects on Life with Franklin |
| Read an excerpt from Billy Graham's autobiography that shows the tender heart this renowned evangelist has for the son who shares his name — and who's now marking his own mark on the BGEA. Learn more |
| October 8, 2008 : |
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| Billy Graham Honored By Catalyst |
| Lifetime achievement award given by church leadership group. Learn more |
| October 8, 2008 : |
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| God's Hand Is Here |
| RRT Ministering in the Caribbean |
| Chaplains from the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (RRT) arrived Oct. 6 on Grand Turk Island in response to a request by area pastors. Learn more |
| October 8, 2008 : |
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| A Sanctuary in the Storms of Life |
| The Billy Graham Library Helps a Family Find Peace |
| Recently a pastor called the Billy Graham Library and said, "I had to share the mighty impact the Billy Graham Library had upon my family." Learn more |
| October 3, 2008 : |
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| What Is Happening to Our Families? |
| Many today are wringing their hands with fear and insecurity, because far more important than what is happening on Wall Street is what is happening to our families. Learn more |
| September 30, 2008 : |
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| 5 Things You Should Know about BGEA |
| God has enabled the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) to lead more people to Christ in the last five years than in the previous 50 combined. And we've only begun. Learn more |
| September 26, 2008 : |
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| Whom Then Shall I Fear? |
| We live in fear-riddled times. Think about it. So many things that we do are based in, on and around fear. So how should we deal with fear? What is the Biblical response, as opposed to the culturally acceptable one? Learn more |
| September 25, 2008 : |
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| God’s Word Sets Prisoners Free |
| Elaine brings Bible studies to a maximum-security prison in North Carolina and watches God change hearts. Learn more |
| September 22, 2008 : |
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| Cliff Barrows & George Beverly Shea: How sweet the sound |
| A conversation from the Lowcountry Franklin Graham Festival |
| How many people do you know who have worked together — and still remain friends — for 62 years? Learn more |
| September 22, 2008 : |
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| Lowcountry Franklin Graham Festival Coverage |
| Watch and read all the Lowcountry Franklin Graham Festival coverage in one place! Learn more |
| September 21, 2008 : |
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| Backstage with Peter Furler of the Newsboys |
| Talking about Billy Graham and other heroes |
| On Saturday, we bumped into Peter Furler, lead singer for the Newsboys, right before the band went onstage at the Franklin Graham Lowcountry Festival. Want to know who his heroes are? Learn more |
| September 21, 2008 : |
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| The Voice of Truth Fills the Lowcountry |
| Sunday evening at the Franklin Graham Festival |
| We're back ... bringing you all the excitement from the Franklin Graham Lowcountry Festival. Close to 14,000 people have packed the North Charleston Coliseum this final night. Learn more |
| September 20, 2008 : |
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| Out of the Pigpen, Into the Meadow |
| KidzFest teaches children about God's love |
| The 5,768 children who came to the North Charleston Coliseum Saturday had tons of fun and learned about God’s great love. Nine-year-old Chantel prayed: "I want to go to the meadow with Jesus because my daddy is in heaven." Learn more |
| September 20, 2008 : |
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| He Reigns in Charleston! |
| Check out our Saturday Festival Blog |
| Tonight God used The Newsboys, Group 1 Crew, and Franklin Graham to bring hundreds in the Charleston, S.C., area to a saving relationship with Jesus. Learn more |
| September 19, 2008 : |
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| Taking It to the Streets |
| Volunteers canvas Charleston to generate excitement |
| Each Franklin Graham Festival is supported by the hard work of volunteers. Some come from the host city and some travel across state lines to lend a hand. One volunteer shares her story. Learn more |
| September 19, 2008 : |
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| Festival Kicks Off in Lowcountry |
| The power of God is rushing through the North Charleston Coliseum, opening 8,300 hearts to the Gospel and moving people to worship. Learn more |
| September 18, 2008 : |
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| It's All About the Gospel |
| With just a day left before the Lowcountry Festival kicks off in beautiful Charleston, S.C., Franklin Graham took some time to share his thoughts on freedom, fear, and the importance of evangelism. Learn more |
| September 18, 2008 : |
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| Prayer Warriors Claim Charleston for Christ |
| Two intercessors share their stories |
| Festival volunteers tell why they are interceding for their city. Learn more |
| September 17, 2008 : |
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| The Long Road to Recovery |
| Billy Graham Rapid Response Team Serves Victims of Hurricane Ike |
| Billy Graham Rapid Response Team chaplains minister to heartbroken people after the hurricane. Learn more |
| September 16, 2008 : |
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| Proclaiming Freedom in Christ |
| Franklin Graham brings message of liberty to Charleston this weekend |
| Slave markets & ghost tours juxtaposed with rows of church steeples: Charleston's split personality makes it ripe for Franklin Graham's gospel message this weekend. Learn more |
| September 16, 2008 : |
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| Tales Of Celebration |
| As the Festival office in Charleston begins its final week of preparations before this weekend’s activities, we wanted to share with you some stories from the Franklin Graham Celebration of Hope in Belfast, Ireland. Learn more |
| September 15, 2008 : |
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| Prayer for the Holy City |
| The festival staff in the Charleston office have asked that we join them in praying for the events of this weekend and beyond. Learn more |
| September 12, 2008 : |
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| Chaplains will deploy to Texas on Sept. 13 |
| In the Aftermath of Ike, Rapid Response Team Prepares to Serve |
Even as Hurricane Ike's storm surge flooded Galveston's historic district Saturday, sparking fires and knocking out power, chaplains from the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team pulled out of Charlotte.
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| September 11, 2008 : |
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| Billy Graham's Birthday Celebration |
| Birthday Wishes for Billy Graham |
| Read some of the messages that people have sent to Mr. Graham to wish him a happy 90th birthday, and submit a message of your own! Learn more |
| September 10, 2008 : |
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| A Bruised Reed He Will Not Break |
| Reflecting on Seven Years of Crisis Aid |
| In light of the seventh anniversary of 9-11, we wanted to reflect on how God has used the dedicated individuals who volunteer, staff and support the vision of the Rapid Response Team. Learn more |
| September 9, 2008 : |
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| Confessing Our Need of God |
| Remembering September 11, 2001 |
| Read a message excerpted from remarks by Billy Graham on the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., on Friday, September 14, 2001. Learn more |
| September 9, 2008 : |
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| Finances: An Issue of the Heart |
| In the wake of a weakened economy, when expenses continue to rise and income doesn’t, what should we do? Learn more |
| September 4, 2008 : |
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| I Am Strong |
| A Biblical guide to healthy self-confidence |
| It's easy to get caught in a pattern of negative thinking and self-doubt. Find out what God's Word has to say about discovering healthy self-confidence. Learn more |
| September 2, 2008 : |
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| Bringing God's Love to Gustav Survivors |
| RRT Ministering in Baton Rouge and Donaldsonville, Louisiana |
| Although Hurricane Gustav largely spared the city of New Orleans, people across the region are still bewildered and hurting. Learn more |
| September 2, 2008 : |
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| Jan Karon Remembers Ruth Bell Graham |
| Sitting by Her Laughing Fire |
| excerpted from an interview with author Jan Karon |
| "When I met Ruth, she had invited me to her home because she loved my books. It was just that simple, and I was very flattered as you can imagine. …" Learn more |
| August 29, 2008 : |
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| On Anniversary of Katrina, Pray for New Orleans |
| Rapid Response Team Prepares for New Storm |
| On the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the people of New Orleans are preparing for another devastating storm. Chaplains from the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team are ready to deploy. Learn more |
| August 29, 2008 : |
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| A Nation Hungry For God |
| Brazil Prepares for My Hope |
| This November, millions of Brazilians – from the urban center of São Paulo to the rainforests and semiarid desert regions – will experience a unifying event that will, undoubtedly, transform their country’s spiritual landscape forever. Learn more |
| August 19, 2008 : |
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| We Are the Body |
| Equip yourself and your church to help the hurting |
During times of pain and confusion, the church has a great opportunity to minister into the lives of people, churched or unchurched. Are you ready?
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| August 19, 2008 : |
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| Facing Our Real Crisis: Money But No Margin |
| The level of economic concern in our nation is high. Many people are living without any flexibility, whether it is from debt, unexpected medical expenses, maxing out two incomes, over consumption, or poor planning. Learn more |
| August 18, 2008 : |
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| Grieving With Hope |
| The witness of the Chapman Family |
| Steven Curtis Chapman and his family have begun to talk about their grief process and how they have clung to hope in Jesus, one day at a time. Learn more |
| August 18, 2008 : |
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| Billy: The Early Years |
| A response from Franklin Graham |
| The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has not collaborated with nor does it endorse the movie, “Billy: The Early Years.” Learn more |
| August 15, 2008 : |
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| Conflict in Georgia |
| How you can pray |
| In the aftermath of intense fighting, thousands of people in Georgia are hurting and need help and prayer. Learn more |
| August 14, 2008 : |
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| Personal Reflections on North Korea |
| An Interview with Franklin Graham |
| Franklin Graham shares personal reflections from his recent visit to North Korea. Learn more |
| August 13, 2008 : |
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| The Only Way? |
| Followers of Jesus Christ claim a belief that—today and for the past 2,000 years—has raised eyebrows and caused others to ask, “really?” Learn more |
| August 12, 2008 : |
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| Franklin Graham Shares North Korea Experience 'On the Record' |
| A Rare Glimpse Behind the Walls |
| He has gone where few have traveled before – and taken the “eyes of the world” along with him. Franklin Graham's July 31-Aug. 3 trip to North Korea is generating extensive media coverage. Learn more |
| August 7, 2008 : |
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| Running With Perseverance |
| A look at the 2008 Summer Olympics |
| What spiritual lessons can followers of Christ glean from the Olympics? Which athletes are poised to inspire audiences not only with their talent, but with their testimonies? Learn more |
| August 6, 2008 : |
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| Finding the Road that Leads to Life |
| One night, Melissa was driving home from a Billy Graham Christian Life and Witness class when she saw blue lights flash in her rearview mirror. Learn more |
| August 4, 2008 : |
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| Sharing the Good News in North Korea |
| Franklin Graham concludes historic visit |
| As a fitting conclusion to his historic four-day trip to North Korea, Rev. Franklin Graham boldly proclaimed the Gospel of Jesus Christ at Bongsu Protestant Church. Learn more |
| August 4, 2008 : |
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| 10 Things You Should Know About the Gospel |
| "Gospel" is an often-used word, but what does it mean? And how can we understand it? Learn more |
| August 4, 2008 : |
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| Giving Your Life Away Through Love |
| A Conversation With Dr. Gary Chapman |
| "The most satisfied people in the world are those who have learned to give their lives away." Learn more |
| August 2, 2008 : |
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| Follow Franklin Graham's Footsteps through North Korea |
| Continuing his historic four-day visit to North Korea, today Rev. Franklin Graham spoke with Kim Yong Dae, the vice president of Supreme People's Assembly. Learn more |
| July 31, 2008 : |
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| Franklin Graham Arrives in North Korea on Historic Trip |
| Rev. Franklin Graham, president of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) and Samaritan’s Purse, arrived Thursday in North Korea for a historic four-day visit. Learn more |
| July 31, 2008 : |
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| The Graham Family Legacy in North Korea |
| A Look Back |
| While Franklin Graham’s visit to North Korea this week is historic, he is not the first member of his family to visit the Asian nation. Learn more |
| July 31, 2008 : |
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| Casting Crowns: On Music, Youth, Family, and the Church |
| An interview with Mark Hall |
| Even with packed arenas and platinum records, the members of Casting Crowns remain grounded in daily life; they have to be at church on Sunday because every member of the band is a youth ministry worker. Learn more |
| July 29, 2008 : |
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| Streams of Peace Flow from Midwest Floods |
In the aftermath of record flooding, lives are being saved — for eternity. Following are a collection of "Salvation Stories" from Rapid Response Team deployments across the Midwest this spring.
Learn more |
| July 28, 2008 : |
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| The Psalm 24 Generation |
| Living a Radical Life for Jesus Christ |
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| July 25, 2008 : |
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| In Memory of Christopher Laurie |
| Christopher Laurie, son of BGEA board member Greg Laurie, was tragically killed in a car accident July 24. Learn more |
| July 24, 2008 : |
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| Now is the Day of Salvation |
Salvation by grace through faith is now available to everyone who repents and believes in His atoning work on the cross.
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