It was 75 years ago on Sept. 15 that the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association committed to share the Gospel worldwide. Here’s the story of how it all began. In the summer of 1950, Billy Graham had a dilemma. During his preaching event in Portland, Oregon, people had spontaneously donated $25,000 for a new radio ministry. …
Ken Isaacs always comes back to the parable of the Good Samaritan—a Bible story about loving and serving others. There’s one particular verse that sticks out to him: “You go, and do likewise” (Luke 10:37, ESV). That command has guided Isaacs through more than three decades of ministry, which he describes in his new book, “Running to the …
What do I say? In our cancel culture, have you ever been at a loss for words during a sensitive conversation? Are you looking for help on how to respond to issues like gay marriage, abortion, or racism? During a seminar at the Billy Graham Training Centre at The Cove this week, Ken Ham reminded attendees that …
Earlier this month, representatives from more than 700 local churches came together to officially kick off Esperanza Lima with Franklin Graham, an evangelistic Festival to be held next March in the Peruvian capital. Pastors and local leaders celebrated the occasion with great joy and anticipation. Only 14% of the population in their country is evangelical …
Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 1:1–15, NKJV What would I do if I was made king over a nation? Would I amass as much wealth as I could? Would I proclaim holidays in my honour? Would I leverage my position of power to fulfil my selfish desires while hurting my enemies? I don’t imagine I would do …
In the late 1970s, Lee Strobel was always defensive when it came to Christianity. As the legal editor at the Chicago Tribune, he was a professional sceptic. Even though he worked as a journalist for years, it was his wife who gave him the “worst” news he had ever heard: She had decided to follow Jesus. …
Bible Reading: 1 Chronicles 21:1–17, NKJV Think back over the past week. Have you told any “white lies”? Have you taken a quick glance at something that is off limits? Have you gossiped about a friend or slandered an enemy? These are what we may call petty sins: impure thoughts, small twists of the truth to …
Being a Hispanic pastor in the United States can be lonely, several Spanish-speaking pastors shared last week at the Billy Graham Training Centre at The Cove. Leading their congregations can feel overwhelming due to a lack of resources and training opportunities. Last weekend, The Cove hosted more than 130 pastors and spouses for its third all-Spanish …
If you have recently become a Christian or experienced a renewal of faith, you may be wondering, “What do I do now to grow in my relationship with Jesus Christ and become spiritually mature?” The Bible encourages us to “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ” (2 Peter 3:18), …
Bible Reading: Haggai 1, NKJV Priorities and idols can be a constant struggle. Though we call on Jesus as our Saviour and Lord, we tend to let the things of this world assume an exaggerated level of importance that crowds out our focus on Him. It could be our jobs, our hobbies, our comfort, or …
On her most recent Fearless podcast episode, Cissie Graham Lynch interviewed apologist Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing. The two met up in May at the European Congress on Evangelism—a gathering of Christian leaders hosted by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association in Berlin, Germany. In front of over 1,000 people who gathered for the congress, the two dove into …
Lives Changed for Eternity in London Dear Friend, We praise God that hundreds of lives here in the United Kingdom have been changed by His love and truth—and we thank you for helping make this Gospel ministry possible. I recently returned from an incredible time in England, where I preached and urged the thousands who …