Billy Graham Quotes

No matter how prepared you think you are for the death of a loved one, it still comes as a shock, and it still hurts very deeply.

~ Billy Graham

Every human being is under construction from conception to death.

~ Billy Graham

Racism and injustice and violence sweep our world, bringing a tragic harvest of heartache and death.

~ Billy Graham

Death wasn't part of God's original plan for humanity, and the Bible calls death an enemy - the last enemy to be destroyed.

~ Billy Graham

When granted many years of life, growing old in age is natural, but growing old with grace is a choice. Growing older with grace is possible for all who will set their hearts and minds on the Giver of grace, the Lord Jesus Christ.

~ Billy Graham

Scripture is filled with examples of men and women whom God used late in life, often with great impact - men and women who refused to use old age as an excuse to ignore what God wanted them to do.

~ Billy Graham

There's a great deal to say in the Bible about the signs we're to watch for, and when these signs all converge at one place we can be sure that we're close to the end of the age.

~ Billy Graham

Old age may have its limitations and challenges, but in spite of them, our latter years can be some of the most rewarding and fulfilling of our lives.

~ Billy Graham

God will prepare everything for our perfect happiness in heaven, and if it takes my dog being there, I believe he'll be there.

~ Billy Graham

Many churches of all persuasions are hiring research agencies to poll neighborhoods, asking what kind of church they prefer. Then the local churches design themselves to fit the desires of the people. True faith in God that demands selflessness is being replaced by trendy religion that serves the selfish.

~ Billy Graham

Communism is a religion that is inspired, directed and motivated by the Devil himself who has declared war against Almighty God.

~ Billy Graham

The framers of our Constitution meant we were to have freedom of religion, not freedom from religion.

~ Billy Graham

No parent is perfect we all can look back and think of things we could've done to help our children be better prepared for adulthood. And sometimes it's best to admit it to them and encourage them to learn from our mistakes.

~ Billy Graham

I'm thankful for the incredible advances in medicine that have taken place during my lifetime. I almost certainly wouldn't still be here if it weren't for them.

~ Billy Graham

I'm grateful for the opportunities God gave me to minister to people in high places; people in power have spiritual and personal needs like everyone else, and often they have no one to talk to.

~ Billy Graham

God has given us two hands, one to receive with and the other to give with.

~ Billy Graham

The Christian life is not a constant high. I have my moments of deep discouragement. I have to go to God in prayer with tears in my eyes, and say, 'O God, forgive me,' or 'Help me.'

~ Billy Graham

God has given us two hands - one to receive with and the other to give with. We are not cisterns made for hoarding we are channels made for sharing.

~ Billy Graham

I used to read five psalms every day - that teaches me how to get along with God. Then I read a chapter of Proverbs every day and that teaches me how to get along with my fellow man.

~ Billy Graham

Our society strives to avoid any possibility of offending anyone - except God.

~ Billy Graham

Only the supernatural love of God through changed lives can solve the problems that we face in our world.

~ Billy Graham

The wonderful news is that our Lord is a God of mercy, and He responds to repentance.

~ Billy Graham

A real Christian is a person who can give his pet parrot to the town gossip.

~ Billy Graham

Let me ask you a question: If you never ate a balanced diet, what would happen to your body? You know the answer: Eventually you'd grow weak; you might even open yourself to serious illness or disease. We all need a balanced diet if we are to stay healthy.

~ Billy Graham

Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.

~ Billy Graham

Believers, look up - take courage. The angels are nearer than you think.

~ Billy Graham

Even the securest financial plan and the finest health coverage aren't enough to hold us steady when the challenges come... We need something more, something deeper and unshakeable, something that will see us through life's hard times.

~ Billy Graham

I have never talked publicly or privately about the Jewish people, including conversations with President Nixon, except in the most positive terms.

~ Billy Graham

As I approached my 95th birthday, I was burdened to write a book that addressed the epidemic of 'easy believism.' There is a mindset today that if people believe in God and do good works, they are going to Heaven.

~ Billy Graham

The greatest legacy one can pass on to one's children and grandchildren is not money or other material things accumulated in one's life, but rather a legacy of character and faith.

~ Billy Graham

I can't prove it scientifically, that there's a God, but I believe.

~ Billy Graham

I believe the home and marriage is the foundation of our society and must be protected.

~ Billy Graham

As a former resident with strong personal and ministry ties to the North Star State, I pray that the good people of Minnesota will show their support for God's definition of marriage, between a man and a woman.

~ Billy Graham

The Bible is clear - God's definition of marriage is between a man and a woman.

~ Billy Graham

Man has two great spiritual needs. One is for forgiveness. The other is for goodness.

~ Billy Graham

Every year during their High Holy Days, the Jewish community reminds us all of our need for repentance and forgiveness.

~ Billy Graham

I think that the Bible teaches that homosexuality is a sin, but the Bible also teaches that pride is a sin, jealousy is a sin, and hate is a sin, evil thoughts are a sin. So I don't think that homosexuality should be chosen as the overwhelming sin that we are doing today.

~ Billy Graham

I don't have many sad days.

~ Billy Graham

I am amazed at the wonders of technology and am grateful for the ways in which we are able to use it to share the Gospel around the world.

~ Billy Graham

The Oklahoma City bombing was simple technology, horribly used. The problem is not technology. The problem is the person or persons using it.

~ Billy Graham