Evangelism

Newsletter: As long as He gives us breath, we will stand on the Word of God

  Dear Friend, As I write to you this month, I’m excited to tell you about new doors the Lord has been faithfully opening this year for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) to proclaim His Gospel around the world. The Apostle John described the risen Christ as “He who opens and no one shuts, …

BGEA’s UK Internet Evangelism Ministry Reaches Over 100,000 People in the Past Year

The past year has seen tremendous growth in the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s (BGEA) internet evangelism ministry with more and more people searching for answers about God online. Thousands of people across the globe are desperate for to find hope. Every day, people are finding the hope of Christ through the BGEA’s Search for Jesus …

God Turns Lives Around in the ‘Show-me’ State

“Have you been running?” Franklin Graham asked an energetic crowd in Springfield, Missouri, on Thursday. “God’s been waiting for you. He’s waiting for you right here, tonight.” On the chilly September night, a crowd of 8,900 packed into the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds for the third night of Franklin Graham’s God Loves You Tour. A chord from …

Starting September 19: A Road Trip for Christ Along Route 66

The God Loves You Tour with Franklin Graham, September 19–October 2, will stop in eight cities along Route 66. The one-night evangelistic events feature music from The Newsboys and Marcos Witt, along with a message of hope from Franklin Graham. You may never have another chance like this. That’s what Franklin Graham tells people on …

A 20-Something in the Middle East Asks Questions About Christianity

Emad,* a man in his 20s living in the Middle East, contacted the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association’s (BGEA’s) Arabic-language Gospel site, Salam Maa Allah, with questions about Christianity. He had learned a little about Jesus Christ but said, “I was harshly criticised and warned about the consequences of following Jesus. I didn’t have anyone to teach me …

Spreading the Gospel to a Growing Spanish Population

 “And in your offspring shall all the nations of the earth be blessed, because you have obeyed my voice.” —Genesis 22:18, ESV With nearly 61 million Hispanics living in the United States, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) is expanding its ministry to help more Spanish-speakers hear the Good News. “This year, we’re launching a new initiative …

The Need for Hands to Speak Good News

Caption: Billy Graham Evangelistic Association intern Meagan Bare signs during the filming of volunteer training for the Internet Evangelism ministry’s American Sign Language outreach. “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” —Romans 10:15b, ESV The Deaf community, comprised of tens of millions of people worldwide, might better understand this verse …

Evidence of God Moving Ahead of Mountain State Celebration

Will Graham will share the Gospel with West Virginians Friday through Sunday (July 23-25) during the Mountain State Celebration. A hand shot up from the crowd as Roy Graham spoke at an event for the upcoming Mountain State Celebration with Will Graham in West Virginia. At the urging of a local pastor, Roy Graham—Will Graham’s brother—paused to …

Will Graham: Living a Good Life Will Not Bring People to Christ

proclaim: (verb) – to declare publicly; announce Will Graham recently spoke to staff at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association about proclamation evangelism. That is, literally telling people about Jesus. Read part of his message below. You can also get Will Graham’s devotions delivered to your inbox each Wednesday. When we talk about the power of proclamation evangelism, not …

Scottish Council to Pay Damages After Cancelling Christian Event

  Edinburgh Council has apologised and paid £25,000 in damages to Christian organisation Destiny Ministries after it unlawfully cancelled their event booking. UK-based Destiny Ministries planned to host their SURGE conference at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall back in June 2020. Edinburgh Council cancelled the booking after groups complained about the event’s guest speaker Larry Stockstill, a …

Virtual Event to Help Spanish-Speaking Pastors Mobilise Post-Pandemic

Last July, the virtual ‘Extreme Faithfulness’ conference (now known as ‘Eternal Faithfulness’) was recorded at the Billy Graham Library. A special time of worship left pastors encouraged, while teaching from Will Graham and others gave leaders insight to be effective during the COVID-19 pandemic. As church leaders around the world adjust to post-pandemic times, many …

Sharing ‘God Loves You’ Along Route 66

From September 19–October 2, the Route 66 God Loves You Tour with Franklin Graham will roll through eight states with one-night evangelism events. Buses rolling down the highway with “God Loves You” on the side will catch people’s eye. But it’s their hearts Franklin Graham hopes to capture for Christ during the Route 66 God Loves …