Billy Graham quotes

Born
November 7, 1918 Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.

Died
February 21, 2018 Montreat, North Carolina, U.S.

Occupation
Evangelist.

William Franklin Graham Jr. was an American evangelist, a prominent evangelical Christian figure, and an ordained Southern Baptist minister who became well known internationally in the late 1940s. 

We are not cisterns made for hoarding, we are channels made for sharing.
– Billy Graham

If a person gets his attitude toward money straight, it will help straighten out almost every other area in his life.
– 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

Self-centered indulgence, pride and a lack of shame over sin are now emblems of the American lifestyle.
– Billy Graham

Each life is made up of mistakes and learning, waiting and growing, practicing patience and being persistent.
– Billy Graham

When wealth is lost, nothing is lost; when health is lost, something is lost; when character is lost, all is lost.
– Billy Graham

Prayer is simply a two-way conversation between you and God.
– Billy Graham

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

Everybody has a little bit of Watergate in him.
– Billy Graham

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

Nothing can bring a real sense of security into the home except true love.
– Billy Graham

Believers, look up – take courage. The angels are nearer than you think.
– Billy Graham

A child who is allowed to be disrespectful to his parents will not have true respect for anyone.
– Billy Graham

Once you’ve lost your privacy, you realize you’ve lost an extremely valuable thing.
– Billy Graham

Being a Christian is more than just an instantaneous conversion – it is a daily process whereby you grow to be more and more like Christ.
– Billy Graham

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

Comfort and prosperity have never enriched the world as much as adversity has.
– Billy Graham

Old is authentic. Old is genuine. Old is valuable.
– Billy Graham

God is more interested in your future and your relationships than you are.
– 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

My home is in Heaven. I’m just traveling through this world.
– Billy Graham

Racial prejudice, anti-Semitism, or hatred of anyone with different beliefs has no place in the human mind or heart.
– Billy Graham

Tears shed for self are tears of weakness, but tears shed for others are a sign of strength.
– Billy Graham

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

God’s mercy and grace give me hope – for myself, and for our world.
– Billy Graham

The great question of our time is, ‘Will we be motivated by materialistic philosophy or by spiritual power?’
– Billy Graham

Growing old has been the greatest surprise of my life.
– Billy Graham

Christians are not limited to any church.
– Billy Graham