Franklin Graham is calling on Americans to contact their senators, warning them that the so-called “Respect for Marriage Act” legislation would fail to protect individuals with the traditional concept of marriage. “The ... Read More »
Johnny Cash movie: His life, loves, challenges and successes
International superstar; honored by presidents; a jailbird and addict. Singer Johnny Cash knew great highs and great lows. What was The Man in Black’s legacy? 1969 saw over six million Cash records ... Read More »
Queen Elizabeth, Billy Graham enjoyed friendship that stood the test of time
After the death of Queen Elizabeth II, stories continue to come out not only about her strong faith but her close relationship with evangelist Billy Graham. “Her heart for service brought her ... Read More »
From shoeboxes to war zones: how Samaritan’s Purse became a $1 billion humanitarian aid powerhouse
Each week, in a hulking warehouse in the small mountain town of N. Wilkesboro, N.C., Samaritan’s Purse employees load semi trailers full of supplies for the people of Ukraine: medicines, food, tarps, ... Read More »
Billy Graham internet ministry marks 10 years, millions saved
Search for Jesus, the internet evangelism ministry of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, marked a milestone this month as it reached its 10th year of reaching the world online. In 2012, Search for ... Read More »
Franklin Graham says ministries have not forgotten Ukrainian people
Although it is easy to forget about the plight of the Ukrainian people as Russia’s brutal invasion and war drag on, evangelist Franklin Graham continues to work with the needy. Graham, ... Read More »
Will a second Jesus People movement spring from this weekend’s Cotton Bowl event?
In the stadium where evangelists Billy Graham and Bill Bright rallied 70,000 during the Jesus People Movement five decades ago, the Cotton Bowl in Texas will soon host another massive gathering of ... Read More »
Anne Graham Lotz seeks prayer for daughter who had two heart attacks
Rachel-Ruth Lotz, the granddaughter of the late evangelist Billy Graham, suffered two heart attacks last weekend. Her mother, Anne Graham Lotz, is asking for prayer. “Multiple times I have prayed Psalm 73:26 for ... Read More »
Franklin Graham has surgery for life-threatening heart condition
Franklin Graham expects to make a full recovery from specialized heart surgery this week at the Mayo Clinic. Graham, 69, had developed pericarditis, which involves swelling and irritation of the thin, saclike ... Read More »
Be part of a letter writing campaign for world’s persecuted Christians
A letter-writing and prayer campaign that helped free a Christian dissident in Russia stamped a lasting impression on me. The late award-winning journalist Dan Wooding launched the campaign urging the release from ... Read More »
Biola conference will explore Jesus Movement revival of 1970s
Fifty years ago, Christian revival sparked during the Jesus People Movement. Aiming to fuel the flame of the same type of revival, Biola University will host a new annual Bible conference — ... Read More »
‘The Jesus Music’ traces the fascinating history of Contemporary Christian music
Contemporary Christian music is so ubiquitous in today’s church that it’s often sung in Sunday morning worship — with few people in the congregation even knowing the source. Sixty years ago, though, ... Read More »
Tim Tebow teams with Samaritan’s Purse to help Afghans
Samaritan’s Purse has partnered with Tim Tebow to bring aid to Afghans fleeing the Taliban. The effort is ramping up as more than 300,000 people are said to be on the move ... Read More »
Samaritan needs volunteers for Tennessee flood response
Dozens are dead after catastrophic flooding hit Tennessee and Christian relief groups need volunteers to respond. Samaritan’s Purse has deployed to the state assisting homeowners and counseling those who lost family and ... Read More »
Hall of Fame Coach Bobby Bowden left legacy of faith and football
Bobby Bowden, the Hall of Fame college football coach who died last week, will be remembered as much for his faith as for his success on the field. Bowden coached Florida State from 1976 ... Read More »
Grandson of Billy Graham released from hospital after Covid battle
Jonathan Lotz, grandson of Billy Graham, has been released from the hospital after a severe COVID -19 infection. His mother, Anne Graham Lotz, posted the update on Facebook. “Today, he was discharged ... Read More »
Support for vaccination increasing significantly among white evangelicals
White evangelicals now are much more accepting of COVID-19 vaccination than they were in March, a new survey found. The survey of 5,123 adults by the Public Religion Research Institute and the Interfaith Youth ... Read More »
Ann Graham Lotz seeks prayer for son in ICU with COVID-19
Jonathan Lotz, son of Billy Graham’s daughter Anne Graham Lotz, is hospitalized in critical condition with COVID-19. She asked for prayers. “Fifty years ago I could hold my son in my arms,” ... Read More »
Billy Graham chaplains encourage police as deaths rise
At the height of summer heat and social unrest in 2020, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association brought a message of hope and faith to minority communities hit hard by rioting and protests. ... Read More »
Pastor Greg Laurie hopes new book will keep legacy of Billy Graham alive
The late Billy Graham clearly presented the answers to questions people are asking today, said Pastor Greg Laurie of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, Calif. His new book, “Billy Graham: The Man ... Read More »
Franklin Graham wins religious freedom lawsuit in Britain
Franklin Graham has won a major lawsuit in Britain that has implications for religious freedom and free speech. A court ruled that the Blackpool Borough Council and Blackpool Transport Services discriminated against ... Read More »
Billy Graham crisis chaplains deploy to three more storm-hit areas
The Billy Graham Rapid Response Team (BG-RRT) is deploying more crisis-trained chaplains to three additional locations hit hard by southern tornados. Already on the ground in two locations in Alabama after last ... Read More »
‘I’m with Franklin’ petition counters attacks on Graham
An online petition called “I’m With Franklin!” is gaining signatures to counter a left-wing group’s attack on Franklin Graham. The philanthropist and preacher is President and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic ... Read More »
Grandson of Billy Graham will stream Christmas outreach Sunday
Evangelist Will Graham will hold his final online evangelistic outreach of 2020, titled “Christmas with Will Graham: An Online Celebration,” at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 20. Broadcasting live from the Billy ... Read More »
Franklin Graham finds plenty of things for which to be thankful this year
Billy Graham, like many Americans, has still found much for which to show gratitude this year. Graham says he’s thankful to God for the continued opportunity to share the gospel despite the ... Read More »