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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I attended a prayer breakfast earlier this year and every speaker mentioned prayer, but other than an opening and closing prayer (by people from opposing beliefs) there was no praying done, just everyone bragging about how often they pray. Yet they all claimed that our country could not be healed if...Read more

PHILADELPHIA — A federal judge denied Friday a request by 27 organizations representing Christian and Jewish denominations to block a policy from President Donald Trump’s administration that allows for immigration enforcement agents to enter houses of worship without a warrant.

The ruling comes less than two months after a different federal...Read more

MIAMI -- For many South Florida Jews, Passover is a holiday marked by spending time with family and friends, observing long held traditions and of course, eating festive food. As many sit down to their Seder meals Saturday night, one Broward organization is remembering those who struggle to put food on the table.

The Dorit & Ben J. Genet ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why does it seem that Christians are always on the opposite side of societal debates and are ridiculed by others because we choose to march to heaven’s drumbeat? I feel like a misfit on Santa’s island of misfit toys. I think I’m doing right but the world’s values say I am living in ...Read more

Go figure! This old question about a dog taught me everything important I needed to know about Passover and Easter.

Q: I have a dilemma. Bo is my Labrador Retriever and he is always with me. He rides in my truck, comes on my boat and sleeps in my bed. My girlfriend says he smells and she is allergic to him and tells me that ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I lost my job due to downsizing and am devastated because I always did my job well. It seems unfair but at the same time, I feel free to pursue other avenues that interest me more. My colleagues who also lost jobs tell me I should join a class-action suit for unfair treatment but I really don’t ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: It is disturbing to see so many people claiming Christ as their Savior and Lord while living godless lives and using God/s Word to support their own beliefs, while dismissing other portions of Scripture that may offend and convict. Is this real Christianity? – R.C.

A: Many people who call ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Someone told me that the Bible is morbid because Jesus spoke a lot about mourning. I confess, I wasn’t quite sure how to respond to this, particularly since she is a very positive person and has a sunny disposition. What does the Bible really say about mourning? – P.M.

A: The Bible tells us ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why do I trust God yet find myself worrying constantly? – T.C.

A: Troubles distress the mind and wear upon the nerves. The psalmist said, “Fret not.” The implication is that fretting, complaining, and distress of mind are often self-manufactured and can best be coped with by a change of ...Read more

A majority of Americans said they don’t think states should be required to provide funding for religious charter schools, according to a new poll.

Fifty-seven percent of U.S. adults said states can refuse to fund religious charter schools, while 43% said states are required to do so, according to a poll published this week by Marquette Law ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I attended an unusual Christmas party this past year and felt welcomed and comfortable. The meal was served and a beautiful prayer was spoken in the name of Christianity. The dinner was lovely but as the celebration continued, I was astounded to see the alcohol flow followed by God’s name taken in...Read more

ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp signed a “religious liberty” measure Friday, resolving a decade-long debate over a divisive measure that supporters say protects faith-based beliefs from government overreach and critics decry as a license to discriminate.

The Republican inked the bill at a brief signing ceremony at the state Capitol as lawmakers...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Are humans by nature carnal creatures? – C.M.

A: All people by nature are selfish, for the Bible tells us that the “natural man” cannot understand the things of God because the natural man does not have the Spirit of God indwelling him. Our natural wisdom comes not from God but is earthly, ...Read more

PHILADELPHIA — Clergy from across Philadelphia erected an altar in front of ICE headquarters on Thursday, decorating it with fruit, flowers and crosses in a prayerful protest against the Trump administration’s decision to let agents make immigration arrests in churches.

The demonstration spilled off the sidewalk and onto Eighth Street in ...Read more

In this season of sacred holidays for Judaism (Passover), Christianity (Easter), Islam (Ramadan) and Hinduism (Holi) it seems to me like a good time to face the challenges of interfaith dialogue on a deeply personal level.

What are we to do when the challenges of understanding the faith of our neighbor is not the result of some ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: Why do many Christians come off as doomsday believers when they speak of the end of the world coming? While I don’t disagree that the world is in absolute chaos, isn’t this a negative way to present religion? – D.D.

A: The Bible tells us that the state of the world will grow darker as we near...Read more