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A Prophet with Honor: The Billy Graham Story
From this engaging and comprehensive book, both religious and secular readers will gain better understanding of the most successful evangelist in Christian history and the movement he has led for four decades.
618 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 1991
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April 3, 2018
I started this book less than a week after Billy’s death, mostly just to get to know the man. Like anyone born in the last 50 years, I’ve always known about Billy Graham and heard about the wonder of his crusades, but I never really knew his story. Two things that really stand out to me about Billy:
First, the man was one of deep integrity. Learning about the measures he took to abstain from certain sins or to keep his marriage and his ministry clean from scandal or even a bad reputation was remarkable. Anything remotely fishy, he worked tirelessly to keep away from. That’s a huge encouragement to me and I’m thankful that the Lord preserved him in that way.
Second, I do not agree with Billy Graham on every theological point that he might have held, but every one of us could learn a thing or two from him on how to love others. He had this way of seeing and seeking the best in people, sinners though they were, and showing them an unconditional love without shunning them for their differences. He preached Jesus, and he did not budge on that, AND that did not keeping him from trying to persuade others with love. Something like that is very rare, this day and age.
William Martin has done an amazing work here. I cannot imagine the time and effort that goes into a project such as this. Over 800 pages (or 36 hours of an audiobook), telling the story of a man who was seemingly larger than life. One who had a deep conviction for preaching the simple gospel that Christ saves sinners. He was never above that. And he never seemed to take his eye off it.
First, the man was one of deep integrity. Learning about the measures he took to abstain from certain sins or to keep his marriage and his ministry clean from scandal or even a bad reputation was remarkable. Anything remotely fishy, he worked tirelessly to keep away from. That’s a huge encouragement to me and I’m thankful that the Lord preserved him in that way.
Second, I do not agree with Billy Graham on every theological point that he might have held, but every one of us could learn a thing or two from him on how to love others. He had this way of seeing and seeking the best in people, sinners though they were, and showing them an unconditional love without shunning them for their differences. He preached Jesus, and he did not budge on that, AND that did not keeping him from trying to persuade others with love. Something like that is very rare, this day and age.
William Martin has done an amazing work here. I cannot imagine the time and effort that goes into a project such as this. Over 800 pages (or 36 hours of an audiobook), telling the story of a man who was seemingly larger than life. One who had a deep conviction for preaching the simple gospel that Christ saves sinners. He was never above that. And he never seemed to take his eye off it.
December 27, 2019
Summary: An in-depth biography of the life of Billy Graham, chronicling his evangelistic crusades, shaping influence on evangelicalism, his pivotal role in organizing consultations and training to mobilize world evangelism, and his relationships with presidents and international leaders, as well as his associates, and family members.
It may have begun at a prayer meeting for revival during a Billy Sunday campaign that took place in Charlotte, North Carolina in 1924. The leader of the group, Vernon Patterson, prayed at one point that "out of Charlotte the Lord would raise up someone to preach the gospel to the ends of the earth." At the time, "Billy Frank" Graham was six years home. Converted as a teenager during a Mordecai Ham revival along with Grady and T.W. Wilson, who would be part of his inner circle, this marked the beginning, first of a fascination with preachers, then his early fumbling efforts, and continued growth, marked particularly by his ability to invite people to come and follow Christ. Vernon Patterson probably never would have imagined how God would answer his audacious prayer
William Martin traces the life of Billy Graham from his beginnings to his last years, ending shortly before his passing in 2018 in his 99th year. One fears, in reading a book like this, encountering either a hatchet job or a hagiography. Martin offers neither, although his deep regard for his subject is evident. He offers us an account of one who was flawed but not false--a prophet worthy of honor. He narrates the theatrics and relentless style of his early years, the gender stereotypes that shaped both his own marriage and those of his daughters, softened only in late life, and his early tendencies to over-reach with publicity, such as his kneeling in prayer for reporters in front of the White House after a meeting with Harry Truman, an unforgivable offense to Truman. We learn of his loving but distant relationship with his children, who were mostly raised by Ruth while Graham was involved in nearly endless travel.
Martin traces his relationships with presidents, from Eisenhower to Trump, and the fine line between being "America's pastor" to being used, or sometimes intentionally giving political support to political figures, most notably Richard Nixon. Many have suggested Graham learned his lesson with Nixon to, in Nixon's own words, "stay out of politics." At times his presence was admirable, such as when he led the nation in prayer after 9/11 or counseled with the Clintons after the Monica Lewinsky affair. Other times were more questionable such as when he all but explicitly endorsed John McCain and Mitt Romney in their respective campaigns and was captured in a photo-op with candidate Trump, while maintaining that he was non-partisan. Graham was not without awareness of the ways he was being used, but also saw these relationships as a platform for gospel ministry--whether with U.S. or foreign heads of state, including those in the Soviet Union. He established, in constrained terms, a precedent expanded by evangelical pastors, including his son, in the current era, a precedent receiving both approbation and intense criticism within an evangelical community divided by politics.
Yet for Martin, these flaws are over-shone by the honorable accomplishments and character of this man clearly gifted by God. Martin helps us see the deep commitment Graham had to integrity in all his financial dealings and his irreproachability in matters of marital fidelity, modesty of means, and checks to his ego. It was integrity which led to the integration of his crusades, and growing awareness of the need to extend this to crusade planning (although many black leaders would also criticize him for not going further in his criticism of racial injustices). He advocated with, and then for Lyndon Johnson, in the expansion of social programs. Above all, there was his confidence in the Bible as the Word of God ("the Bible says") that led to his spiritual authority in calling people to publicly "come forward" to follow Christ.
Of course there were his crusades, his systematic methods of preparation, counselor training, and follow-up, his use of technology, his recruitment of an ethnically diverse team of associates and partnership with other evangelists like Korea's Billy Kim--all multiplying the impact of his own ministry. He helped lead an evangelical movement out of the backwaters of fundamentalism, parting ways with Bob Jones and allying with Carl Henry to launch Christianity Today. Though not a theologian, he played important roles in the founding of Fuller and Gordon-Conwell seminaries, as well as serving for a time as a Bible school president.
It might be that the crowning achievement of his life were the consultations at Berlin and Lausanne that propelled the cause of world evangelism forward, and his training conferences for evangelists from around the world, culminating in Amsterdam 2000. Many wondered who would succeed him. Although formally, his son Franklin did, Martin's inference was that in reality it was the tens of thousands of evangelists his organization helped train from every part of the world.
This is an updated work, with an additional section chronicling the last years--the passing of those in Graham's circle, including Ruth, the consolidation of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association under Franklin, the lives, struggles, and ministries of his other children, and Graham's declining health. One of the high points in this section is Graham's final crusade in New York City in 2005, marked as were others with many who responded to his message.
This work, while not an "authorized" biography, does reflect the unprecedented access Martin was given to Graham, his family and associates and archives. I appreciate Martin's willingness to narrate the flaws as well as the remarkable accomplishments of Graham. He reminded me of the ways my own life was marked by Graham's ministry and the evangelicalism he helped shape.
Martin's account also leaves me with deep sadness that Graham never quite escaped a partisan engagement with political figures, and one wonders if evangelicalism might have plotted a different course had he given more decisive and principled leadership in this respect. Most prophets in scripture were outsiders to the courts of king, rather than from the assemblage of "court prophets" who typically told kings what they wanted to hear. Nathan, with David, seems one of the few exceptions. Micaiah is another. It is hard to be a prophet with honor within the halls of power, and while in other respects Graham truly was a prophet with honor, in this regard, his life may be a prophecy of warning to others.
It may have begun at a prayer meeting for revival during a Billy Sunday campaign that took place in Charlotte, North Carolina in 1924. The leader of the group, Vernon Patterson, prayed at one point that "out of Charlotte the Lord would raise up someone to preach the gospel to the ends of the earth." At the time, "Billy Frank" Graham was six years home. Converted as a teenager during a Mordecai Ham revival along with Grady and T.W. Wilson, who would be part of his inner circle, this marked the beginning, first of a fascination with preachers, then his early fumbling efforts, and continued growth, marked particularly by his ability to invite people to come and follow Christ. Vernon Patterson probably never would have imagined how God would answer his audacious prayer
William Martin traces the life of Billy Graham from his beginnings to his last years, ending shortly before his passing in 2018 in his 99th year. One fears, in reading a book like this, encountering either a hatchet job or a hagiography. Martin offers neither, although his deep regard for his subject is evident. He offers us an account of one who was flawed but not false--a prophet worthy of honor. He narrates the theatrics and relentless style of his early years, the gender stereotypes that shaped both his own marriage and those of his daughters, softened only in late life, and his early tendencies to over-reach with publicity, such as his kneeling in prayer for reporters in front of the White House after a meeting with Harry Truman, an unforgivable offense to Truman. We learn of his loving but distant relationship with his children, who were mostly raised by Ruth while Graham was involved in nearly endless travel.
Martin traces his relationships with presidents, from Eisenhower to Trump, and the fine line between being "America's pastor" to being used, or sometimes intentionally giving political support to political figures, most notably Richard Nixon. Many have suggested Graham learned his lesson with Nixon to, in Nixon's own words, "stay out of politics." At times his presence was admirable, such as when he led the nation in prayer after 9/11 or counseled with the Clintons after the Monica Lewinsky affair. Other times were more questionable such as when he all but explicitly endorsed John McCain and Mitt Romney in their respective campaigns and was captured in a photo-op with candidate Trump, while maintaining that he was non-partisan. Graham was not without awareness of the ways he was being used, but also saw these relationships as a platform for gospel ministry--whether with U.S. or foreign heads of state, including those in the Soviet Union. He established, in constrained terms, a precedent expanded by evangelical pastors, including his son, in the current era, a precedent receiving both approbation and intense criticism within an evangelical community divided by politics.
Yet for Martin, these flaws are over-shone by the honorable accomplishments and character of this man clearly gifted by God. Martin helps us see the deep commitment Graham had to integrity in all his financial dealings and his irreproachability in matters of marital fidelity, modesty of means, and checks to his ego. It was integrity which led to the integration of his crusades, and growing awareness of the need to extend this to crusade planning (although many black leaders would also criticize him for not going further in his criticism of racial injustices). He advocated with, and then for Lyndon Johnson, in the expansion of social programs. Above all, there was his confidence in the Bible as the Word of God ("the Bible says") that led to his spiritual authority in calling people to publicly "come forward" to follow Christ.
Of course there were his crusades, his systematic methods of preparation, counselor training, and follow-up, his use of technology, his recruitment of an ethnically diverse team of associates and partnership with other evangelists like Korea's Billy Kim--all multiplying the impact of his own ministry. He helped lead an evangelical movement out of the backwaters of fundamentalism, parting ways with Bob Jones and allying with Carl Henry to launch Christianity Today. Though not a theologian, he played important roles in the founding of Fuller and Gordon-Conwell seminaries, as well as serving for a time as a Bible school president.
It might be that the crowning achievement of his life were the consultations at Berlin and Lausanne that propelled the cause of world evangelism forward, and his training conferences for evangelists from around the world, culminating in Amsterdam 2000. Many wondered who would succeed him. Although formally, his son Franklin did, Martin's inference was that in reality it was the tens of thousands of evangelists his organization helped train from every part of the world.
This is an updated work, with an additional section chronicling the last years--the passing of those in Graham's circle, including Ruth, the consolidation of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association under Franklin, the lives, struggles, and ministries of his other children, and Graham's declining health. One of the high points in this section is Graham's final crusade in New York City in 2005, marked as were others with many who responded to his message.
This work, while not an "authorized" biography, does reflect the unprecedented access Martin was given to Graham, his family and associates and archives. I appreciate Martin's willingness to narrate the flaws as well as the remarkable accomplishments of Graham. He reminded me of the ways my own life was marked by Graham's ministry and the evangelicalism he helped shape.
Martin's account also leaves me with deep sadness that Graham never quite escaped a partisan engagement with political figures, and one wonders if evangelicalism might have plotted a different course had he given more decisive and principled leadership in this respect. Most prophets in scripture were outsiders to the courts of king, rather than from the assemblage of "court prophets" who typically told kings what they wanted to hear. Nathan, with David, seems one of the few exceptions. Micaiah is another. It is hard to be a prophet with honor within the halls of power, and while in other respects Graham truly was a prophet with honor, in this regard, his life may be a prophecy of warning to others.
March 25, 2018
This is probably the best biography of Billy Graham. (Grant Wacker's America's Pastor is also very good but more of an interpretive analysis of the BG phenomenon than just a biography.) Besides the basic facts of Graham's life that are familiar to many of us there are dozens of interesting ancedotes that I had not heard before. For example, H.G. Hunt offered Billy Graham $6 million toward him running for President. Graham obviously declined. Another, Reagan and G.H.W. Bush both supported Graham going to Russia. Another, Graham marched with Arthur Blessit in Belfast when there were death threats against their doing so. More familiar are Graham's desegregating his crusades and befriending Martin Luther King. Martin definitely appreciates Graham but is not afraid to identify strengths and weaknesses. For example, he documents Graham's "softening" theologically in his later years. Graham represents well the tenstion between the theologians and the evangelists throughout history. Theologians being more concerned for correct theology and evangelists being more concerned for reaching people with the gospel through almost whatever means necessary. Graham, obviously was more concerned for reaching people than only associating with only those who agreed with him on every point of theology. When Martin asked those closest to Graham what they most appreciated about him the most common response was his humility. It is quite evident however throughout the book that he also known for demonstrating love and grace in all his relationships. We also learn here that he was a good leader and those that worked with him were a very loyal team. When Martin asked Graham what he most wanted to remembered for he said "integrity." And his integrity is evident all through the book. When he did make mistakes he confessed them and sought forgiveness.
Also interesting are the accounts of his wife Ruth and his children. Ruth was obviously huge in his
ministry. She gave him a lot of wise counsel. But she was also quite a character. When Franklin locked her out of his bedroom so he could sleep she crawled out on the second story roof and through water through the window on him. When they had a lady guest whom she considered rude because she kept complaining about things she put shaving cream on her pie rather than whipping cream. Once when Billy left for a trip she took the kids to the pound and they adopted 4 dogs. And then there was the time she rigged a zipline for them and decided she should be the first to try it.
She was in her 50s and it broke and she fell 15 feet and had numerous injuries.
Almost everyone agrees that there will likely never be "another Billy Graham." He spoke to more people than anyone in history (1.2 million for one sermon in South Korea). What God did through his life is very unique.
Also interesting are the accounts of his wife Ruth and his children. Ruth was obviously huge in his
ministry. She gave him a lot of wise counsel. But she was also quite a character. When Franklin locked her out of his bedroom so he could sleep she crawled out on the second story roof and through water through the window on him. When they had a lady guest whom she considered rude because she kept complaining about things she put shaving cream on her pie rather than whipping cream. Once when Billy left for a trip she took the kids to the pound and they adopted 4 dogs. And then there was the time she rigged a zipline for them and decided she should be the first to try it.
She was in her 50s and it broke and she fell 15 feet and had numerous injuries.
Almost everyone agrees that there will likely never be "another Billy Graham." He spoke to more people than anyone in history (1.2 million for one sermon in South Korea). What God did through his life is very unique.
February 22, 2021
Excellent biography of a true giant of Christianity and humanity. It chronicles the high point of the various crusades with special emphasis on some of the more significant ones including the 1949 Los Angeles (the Canvas Cathedral), 1954 London (Harringay), 1957 Madison Square Garden, 1973 South Korea and many others. Not until it is compressed into the nearly 700 pages do you realize how much this amazing man accomplished and despite its length the book can almost seem hurried and formulaic at times, especially where the authors feels compelled to 'mention' seemingly everyone. A minor criticism. His friendships and associations with Presidents from Eisenhower through Bush the First alone could comprise a small book (and in fact are). The history of the post-war United States is viewed through the prism of his life; the Cold War, Civil rights, The War on Poverty, Vietnam, etc. Yet some of the more fascinating chapters deal with his interaction and theological disputes with other Christians, most notably what are called the 'Fundamentalists' such as Bob Jones, Carl McIntire, John Rice and Oral Roberts. Over his long career and life Graham inevitably edged toward a more 'inclusive' view of Christianity as he encountered numerous cultures, political systems and countries. The chapters on the various conferences including Berlin (1966), Lausanne (1974) and Amsterdam (1983, 1986) were also very interesting. But it is of course his role as an Evangelist that Billy Graham will be (should be remembered). The sheer number of people that were committed to or pushed toward Jesus Christ through his ministry is astounding. There may never be another like him as the world becomes increasingly fragmented yet controlled by powers that were not even imagined in Graham's time (Big Tech giants controlling millions through their powers of censorship and spying). Graham shied away from Biblical prophecy drawn from current headlines (though certainly not discounting it altogether) and you have to wonder how he might interpret some of the most recent trends in term of Biblical prophecy.
April 12, 2021
Clear-eyed and even-handed, the author delivers a comprehensive biography of the inspired Billy Graham, possibly the most gifted Evangelist of the 20th century ... from his roots in North Carolina to the far-flung corners of the globe, Graham has preached a message of salvation to the masses ... well executed ...
March 23, 2015
This is a good biography of Billy Graham written from an outsider's perspective. A few things are clear about Graham:
-He is the real deal. He constantly showed integrity in every area of his life.
-He is one of the founding fathers of twentieth century Evangelicalism. What he said and taught became of the barometer for evangelicals. What began as a courageous break and rejection from Fundamentalists became less creative as evangelicals depended on Graham (who was a conservative Republican) for their direction. This led to somewhat dubious results because Graham admittedly was not theologically deep. Rather than turn to pastors for theology and ethics, many Christians opted for a less academic approach that marginalized theology and ethics in evangelical churches.
-Though he officially remained politically neutral until the Obama/Romney presidential election of 2012, he was never politically neutral. He was close personal friends with several presidents, especially Republicans Dwight Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. He often gave them advice and even taught Richard Nixon how to court the Christian vote (by praying in public and by attending church regularly). With the inauguration of the Religious Right and Moral Majority in the 1980's, it seemed like evangelicals decided to stick to the right rather than be self-critical of their political views.
-God anointed him to reach millions of people for Christ.
Evangelicals should not be embarrassed about Graham, but all Christians should thank him for proclaiming the gospel to many. That being said, evangelicals especially cannot remain content with Graham's methodology, theology, political issues, and culture. I'm not suggesting they deviate far, but reproducing a Graham crusade every Sunday during a worship service does not honor his legacy or contextualize well to this age. The church in 2015 and beyond does not need to solely use on the evangelistic methods and evangelical culture of 1950's, 1980's, or 1990's. It should converse with church history, the Scriptures, and contemporary times as it seeks to worship God and proclaim his gospel to all peoples.
-He is the real deal. He constantly showed integrity in every area of his life.
-He is one of the founding fathers of twentieth century Evangelicalism. What he said and taught became of the barometer for evangelicals. What began as a courageous break and rejection from Fundamentalists became less creative as evangelicals depended on Graham (who was a conservative Republican) for their direction. This led to somewhat dubious results because Graham admittedly was not theologically deep. Rather than turn to pastors for theology and ethics, many Christians opted for a less academic approach that marginalized theology and ethics in evangelical churches.
-Though he officially remained politically neutral until the Obama/Romney presidential election of 2012, he was never politically neutral. He was close personal friends with several presidents, especially Republicans Dwight Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. He often gave them advice and even taught Richard Nixon how to court the Christian vote (by praying in public and by attending church regularly). With the inauguration of the Religious Right and Moral Majority in the 1980's, it seemed like evangelicals decided to stick to the right rather than be self-critical of their political views.
-God anointed him to reach millions of people for Christ.
Evangelicals should not be embarrassed about Graham, but all Christians should thank him for proclaiming the gospel to many. That being said, evangelicals especially cannot remain content with Graham's methodology, theology, political issues, and culture. I'm not suggesting they deviate far, but reproducing a Graham crusade every Sunday during a worship service does not honor his legacy or contextualize well to this age. The church in 2015 and beyond does not need to solely use on the evangelistic methods and evangelical culture of 1950's, 1980's, or 1990's. It should converse with church history, the Scriptures, and contemporary times as it seeks to worship God and proclaim his gospel to all peoples.
May 10, 2018
This is a lengthy book that is well worth the effort for anyone wanting to understand the impact of Billy Graham on Evangelical Christianity, American politics, and 20th century history in general. Martin was not a member of the Graham team, but was given unfettered access to people and documents within the BGEA for his research. The result is a balanced and thorough biography. While not a puff piece, the fact that the biography's results are generally positive speaks volumes about the integrity of Rev. Graham. The book was originally written in 1991, but has been re-released this year with 100 or so additional pages covering the last 25 years of Graham's life as well as the life and ministry of each of his children. A very well-written and interesting biography.
October 24, 2019
This was a big listen!! 36 hours on audio book. But what a life!! Captures so much. It was amazing to hear the vision and breadth of this ministry. 1.2 million attending a crusade in South Korea, 9000 evangelists from around the world equipped at Amsterdam 86!! And the countless thousands of lives changed as the call to Christ was received. An honest account of his life.
Through his life I could see
1 - The value of a long term team
2- The need to have the right people around you to complement your gifts
3 - The dangers of aligning oneself with political parties
4 - His growth in ecumenism
5 - The realisation the gospel needed arms and legs through caring for the poor
6 - His focus on integrity
Through his life I could see
1 - The value of a long term team
2- The need to have the right people around you to complement your gifts
3 - The dangers of aligning oneself with political parties
4 - His growth in ecumenism
5 - The realisation the gospel needed arms and legs through caring for the poor
6 - His focus on integrity
January 24, 2019
Billy Graham was a great man of God and this title is fitting. His impact on 20th century religion will be felt long into the future. While his doctrinal views got very wishy-washy toward the end of his life he was still a man of honor. William Martin's book on Billy Graham is long, 698 pages, with much of the same ground covered continually through much of the book, just in a different part of the world. He could have shortened the book by several hundred pages and had the same impact. And it may have been read by more people. This book is an update of the earlier edition which came out in the early 1990's and includes the death of his staff and wife.
January 3, 2023
This is a pretty astoundingly-comprehensive and careful biography of an amazing life. Not necessarily for those interested in a more "casual" reading experience, but I would say it's essential reading, not only if you want to understand the life and career of one of the most influential religious figures of the 20th century, but also if you want to understand American Evangelicalism itself.
The number of insights gleaned from reading this massive tome are too many to include here, but I'm so glad I worked my way through it. Highly, highly recommended for anyone interested in American history, religion, the Graham family, or all of the above.
The number of insights gleaned from reading this massive tome are too many to include here, but I'm so glad I worked my way through it. Highly, highly recommended for anyone interested in American history, religion, the Graham family, or all of the above.
July 8, 2024
I really enjoyed reading the first 50% of this. But it did wear me down a bit: 700 pages, but felt more like 1500 (large pages, fairly small print), and a slightly exhausting attention to detail. It did also feel like a book that landed where the first edition ended, and then took off again a bit less purposefully. So in the end, a bit of a labour of love...
But Billy Graham is a fascinating character, and he has been so significant for evangelicalism on both sides of the Atlantic in the twentieth century. This felt like reading the backstory to so much of the Christian scene in so much of the world. And so much of it is extraordinary.
But Billy Graham is a fascinating character, and he has been so significant for evangelicalism on both sides of the Atlantic in the twentieth century. This felt like reading the backstory to so much of the Christian scene in so much of the world. And so much of it is extraordinary.
October 10, 2020
The book is an in-depth look at the life of Billy Graham. It not only includes his successes but also his shortcomings. The book is long and at times boring, but it lays out the life of the evangelist. When I say boring, the parts about the set up of the company. When the writer talks about his missions and role as the preacher to the Presidents, these are very interesting. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn about the life of Billy Graham.
November 18, 2022
Great biography. I've attempted twice before to read biographies of Graham (both by Grant Wacker) but neither were proper biographies (though both excellent portrayals of the subject). Here at last is what I was looking for. Martin and Wacker present very similar portraits, but Martin's is less topical and reads like a standard biography. Martin is neither hostile nor hagiographic. His portrait is detailed but lively. Highly recommended if you are interested in the life of Billy Graham.
October 28, 2024
From this engaging and comprehensive book, both religious and secular readers will gain better understanding of the most successful evangelist in Christian history and the movement he has led for four decades.
December 10, 2024
This was the most comprehensive biography on any person that I have ever read. It was long yet I still found myself sad as it was coming to an end. The author touched on all parts of Billy Grahams life and ministry. This is a great book to read to learn about all that took place in the life of such a great servant!
March 14, 2018
Very interesting...618 pages of one amazing passionate man! RIP Billy Graham
April 7, 2018
Beautifully written, appropriately critical, yet deeply respectful. I walked away from this book so thankful for the integrity-filled ministry of Billy Graham.
January 16, 2019
Didn't get very far. I listened to the audio version and really can't tolerate the narrator of this book. He just grinds on my nerves, I don't know why.
August 29, 2019
The version I read was updated in 2018.
August 17, 2021
A great book about a great man! He was a true gentleman—a man of humility and honor, charisma and faith! A man whose simple preaching spread the Gospel throughout the world!
July 24, 2022
Insight into the life and teachings of Billy Graham
Interesting
Interesting
January 23, 2016
"No Protestant preacher in the 20th century has approached the heights of Billy Graham."- Harry Stout, Jonathan Edwards Professor of American History, Yale University.
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