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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: How can we know the soul and conscience are real? They have never been seen – not even by medical experts. What is the key to this phenomenon? – S.C.

A: God has put within each one of us something that cries aloud against us; it bears witness whenever we do that which we know to be wrong (see ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I heard a preacher caution people to be careful about believing stories of people going to Heaven or Hell and coming back to tell about it. Is there some element of truth in these accounts or are they outright lies? – I.D.

A: There have been many ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: When God’s people go through a time of testing, is it true that outcomes seem to produce results that amount to gold? – T.G.

A: Job, the Old Testament saint, considered the wonders of God in the midst of his trials and hardships, he proclaimed: “When He has tested me, I shall come forth as ...Read more

MIAMI -- Mental health is not easy for anyone to discuss openly. But, in some religious communities, there is an added stigma that may hinder an open dialogue — and that’s particularly true in the Islamic faith.

The South Florida Muslim Federation (SoFlo Muslims), an umbrella organization representing over 40 mosques and Islamic ...Read more

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- In 2021, Amanda Burrows had an answer to a giant Confederate flag that was erected along a popular route to the Lake of the Ozarks: a billboard with the anti-racist message, “EQUALITY BIGGER THAN HATE.”

She raised money through GoFundMe to lease the billboard so visitors would not leave with the impression that the area...Read more

Flowers often appear in God winks. Here is one of my favorites:

Q: I just read your faith, miracles and Godwink column in today’s Palm Beach Post on Aug. 16, 2024. … And believe I had the most beautiful God wink of all time. After being with the man of my dreams, my perfect partner of 13 years, we went fishing one weekend...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: With more breakthroughs in medicine and having more knowledge than at any other time in history, why does suffering get worse instead of better? – W.S.

A: There’s suffering in every country. People of every nationality experience untold pain. It’s been like this since the beginning. Personal ...Read more

MIAMI -- Corner Coffee is not your typical coffee shop.

All the the usual suspects are offered: espresso, cold brews, pastries. But the distinct interior design offers some clues as to what is also on the menu: A ceiling mobile made of religious stained glass hangs over a seating area. A bronze sculpture of a life-size Homeless Jesus sleeping ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My children’s generation was ruined by 9/11 and I don’t think they will ever recover from the mess that this tragedy has done to their hearts. – D.P.

A: Every generation witnesses terrifying world events. The 21 st century was inaugurated with the horrific 9/11 tragedy that set the whole ...Read more