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Is it true that there will be no darkness in Heaven?

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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Is it true that there will be no darkness in Heaven? If so, why is darkness so bad? – D.B.

A: There will be no darkness in Heaven. The Bible says, “The city [of God] does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp … for there ...Read more

Isn’t our faith in God also a pledge of sorts?

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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: There is an attack on the Pledge of Allegiance in America and it has all but disappeared from the classroom. People say that pledging is deceitful because we can’t make promises we can’t keep. What a terrible thing to teach our children. Isn’t our faith in God also a pledge of sorts? – P.A. ...Read more

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Religious groups suing to prevent ICE raids in houses of worship

Religion / Religious News /

Twenty-seven organizations representing Jewish and Christian-based denominations filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday against President Donald Trump’s administration, asking a judge to prevent immigration enforcement actions in houses of worship.

As part of the administration’s crackdown on undocumented immigrants, the Department of Homeland ...Read more

Why doesn’t God just come down and take over?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why doesn’t God just come down and take over? People have already proven we are not equipped to handle the problems of being human. I’m ready for a new world order but not anything man can come up with! We’ve lost our sense of true democracy and liberty. – I.D.

A: The government in God’s ...Read more

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Should athletes talk about religion and politics? What Americans said in new poll

Religion / Religious News /

Athletes have historically displayed their faith in different ways during competitions, and a majority of Americans who watch sports are supportive of it, a new poll found.

Fifty-six percent of sports fans in the U.S. said they are very or somewhat supportive of athletes speaking about religious faith or other spiritual issues, according to a ...Read more

What is one surprise about the Scripture?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I have to write a paper on the most surprising thing about the Bible. This assignment is beyond my creative thinking. I’m sure there are many different ways to think about this, but what is one surprise about the Scripture? – S.S.

A: One of the most thrilling things about studying the Bible is ...Read more

Amid sweeping immigration crackdown, Minnesota churches scrambling to respond

Religion / Religious News /

Church leaders are scrambling to respond as the Trump administration makes sweeping changes in immigration policy, ranging from freezing federal funds for refugee resettlement to revoking a policy prohibiting the arrest of undocumented immigrants in Christian houses of worship.

“This is a moment for us to recommit to the stranger among us ...Read more

Georgia-based Baptist group joins lawsuit to keep ICE out of churches

Religion / Religious News /

ATLANTA — A network of Baptist churches headquartered in Georgia is suing the Department of Homeland Security over its decision to scrap a Biden-era policy that limited federal immigration arrests near so-called “sensitive locations,” such as churches, schools and hospitals.

The Decatur-based Cooperative Baptist Fellowship’s lawsuit ...Read more

How can I reconcile with my past attitude towards my deceased parents?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I have been very critical of my parents. I never thought they made good decisions concerning us children and I felt that they always had their best interest at heart – not ours. I’ve now become a father and am ashamed to say how wrong I’ve been all these years. Sadly, my parents are both gone ...Read more

Is it acceptable for liberal historians to paint American heritage as a lie?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: It is interesting to note that not only are liberal historians trying to paint American heritage as a lie as they seek to rewrite history the way they want it to be, but even radio talk show hosts are trying to dismantle the heritage of our faith and the strength that it gave the early settlers of ...Read more

The God Squad: Can prayer heal people?

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As we move away from God winks for a bit and devote our time and love to understanding the big questions, we encounter a very big question, “Can prayer heal?”

Q: I read your column faithfully. My question for you is my prayer list. It just keeps growing, and I have had a difficult time reading my list and praying for each person and ...Read more

If sinful people don’t deserve the goodness that God gives to all, what about the grace of God

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I understand that we as sinful people don’t deserve the goodness that God gives to all people, but I often hear pastors speak about the grace of God. What exactly does that mean? – T.G.

A: God’s grace refers to much more than His kindness and mercy, although those traits are certainly ...Read more

Shouldn’t children be protected from bad information?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I am reluctant to give my child the entire Bible because there are very troubling stories in there about sinful acts that I don’t want my children to know about. Yet I’m troubled to keep the whole Word of God from them. Am I overthinking this? After all, God has chosen to expose the awful sin of...Read more

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Kansas City's International House of Prayer founder committed sexual abuse, misconduct against 17 women, investigation finds

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — International House of Prayer-Kansas City founder Mike Bickle committed sexual abuse or misconduct against 17 women — including minors — over decades, amid a thriving culture of systematic abuse and coverups, a third-party investigation has found.

“Throughout the investigation, we have identified and interviewed ...Read more

Is it alright to be discouraging while trying to live the Christian life?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: It’s discouraging to try to live the Christian life. Devotionals say we must exercise discipline. I’m not a person of discipline. I live for the moment and think about it all later. This is the way I was made. I wasn’t made to brood over decisions but simply to live. Yet I do find myself ...Read more

Do prayer rallies really make a difference?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I’ve been asked to head up a delegation to go to the National Day of Prayer this spring. I respect people who want to pray to God for help in this messed up world, but does it really help? It seems like each year our nation becomes more deeply wicked and kicks God out while the devil’s ways are ...Read more

Whose business is it that we decide if we want to be saved from our sins?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I am a person of faith, but even I resent others who insist that we all must decide if we want to be saved from our sins. Whose business is it anyway? – R.S.

A: The majority of people love to hear a true story about being saved. Social media platforms light up when a search and rescue account is ...Read more

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Rev. Budde, who asked Trump to 'show mercy,' says the time for love is now

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ATLANTA — The physical health benefits of love have been affirmed by science — reduced depression, lower blood pressure, less anxiety, and even improved sleep. In this moment of political division in the United States, theologians say Americans must now look to the spiritual benefits of love, and seek to reconnect with those who hold ...Read more

How can I reignite hope for tomorrow?

Religion / Billy Graham /

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Our nation has come through a tumultuous political battle and the country is divided on the winners and losers. I’m quite neutral on all of it because I have no hope in either side. I feel hopeless though I know the future does not depend on human leadership. But how can I reignite hope for ...Read more

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Michigan priest defrocked for imitating Elon Musk's 'Nazi' salute

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A Michigan priest was relieved of his duties after giving what appeared to be a Nazi salute inspired by Elon Musk at a political rally last week.

The Anglican Catholic Church condemned Father Calvin Robinson for making “a gesture that many have interpreted as a pro-Nazi salute” at the end of an address to an anti-abortion, right-wing ...Read more

 

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