Today when I heard that Billy Graham had died, I was not sad. I rejoiced. He’s with the Lord. He lived to the amazing age of 99.
Franklin Graham writes:
My father Billy Graham was once asked, “Where is Heaven?” He replied, “Heaven is where Jesus is and I am going to Him soon!” This morning, at the age of 99, he departed this world into eternal life in Heaven, prepared by the Lord Jesus Christ—the Savior of the world—whom he proclaimed for nearly 80 years. He will be missed by our family, his colleagues, faithful ministry partners, and, yes, many around the world. But what joy he has to be welcomed by God the Father, and be reunited with my mother in the presence of Jesus who speaks peace to eternal souls.
What about you? When you depart this world do you know with certainty where you will spend eternity? You can know this today. Jesus said, “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16). The One who comforts weary souls has given us this promise, “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me … I go to prepare a place for you … I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also” (John 14:1-3).
One of Billy Graham’s famous quotes:
“Someday you will read or hear that Billy Graham is dead. Don’t you believe a word of it. I shall be more alive than I am now. I will just have changed my address. I will have gone into the presence of God.”
Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of Billy Graham released this statement:
#575 of my 1000 thanks is for the life and influence of Billy Graham. My Dad heard him preach and was impacted by the good news of Jesus Christ. Today, my Dad would have been able to welcome this champion of the Gospel into eternity. “Billy Graham is coming home.” The cry may have gone out “he’s coming!” The great crowd of witnesses would have gathered to watch as Billy Graham bowed before His Saviour Jesus Christ. What a welcoming there would have been. We don’t know exactly how it works, but we do know that there is great rejoicing in heaven. A life well lived.
Exodus 33:14
The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”
These are the days.
Keep the smile going.
God bless you.
In His Grip,
Helga xx 🙂
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