“If people stumble, we help them get back on their feet; if they veer off course, we urge them back. On this journey we are all brothers and sisters in the same family—the family of God.”
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Billy Graham
“The fact that God is infinite makes the study of His Word a lifetime occupation.”
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Billy Graham
“Just because a person claims to be a Christian does not necessarily mean that he is one.”
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Billy Graham
“A real Christian is the one who can give his pet parrot to the town gossip.”
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Billy Graham
“Man is a rebel, and a rebel is naturally in confusion. He is in conflict with every other rebel. For a rebel by his very nature is selfish. He is seeking his own good and not the good of others.”
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Billy Graham
“Satan rejoices when old habits overwhelm [us] and we cave in to the pressure of the crowd . . .perhaps temptation lures [us] into sin . . .a backsliding Christian compromises their faith and causes unbelievers to mock the Gospel.”
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Billy Graham
“The greatest tribute a boy can give to his father is to say, “When I grow up, I want to be just like my dad.” It is a convicting responsibility for us fathers and grandfathers.”
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Billy Graham
“The world is not a permanent home, it is only a temporary dwelling.”
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Billy Graham
“I have yet to discover a source of information, practical advice, and hope that compares to the wisdom found in the Bible.”
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Billy Graham
“Nothing but God ever completely satisfies, because the soul was made for God. Don’t starve your soul.”
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Billy Graham
“The Bible is our authority in everything it touches. This means the Bible is our guide to show us how to live . . . it is our instructor.”
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Billy Graham
“At the end of his life Buddha said: “I am still searching for truth.” This statement could be made by countless thousands of scientists, philosophers, and religious leaders throughout all history. However, Jesus Christ made the astounding claim: I am . . . the truth” [John 14:6]. He is the embodiment of all truth. The only answer to man’s search is found in Him.”
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Billy Graham
“The church was designed to proclaim God’s love and forgiveness to all people and declare that Jesus Christ came to eradicate sin in people’s hearts.”
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Billy Graham
“Worldliness is actually a spirit, an atmosphere, an influence permeating the whole of life and human society, and it needs to be guarded against constantly and strenuously.”
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Billy Graham
“Many people are trying to steady themselves by taking tranquilizers. Jesus is the greatest tranquilizer of all. He can straighten out your life and put you back on center.”
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Billy Graham