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When granted many years of life, growing old in age is natural, but growing old with grace is a choice, says the author. But i do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only i may finish my course and the ministry that i received from the lord jesus, to testify. Gods secret agents, the ecpa gold book award for the holy spirit, and the ecpa gold book award for. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. When granted many years of life, growing old in age is natural, but growingold with grace is a choice, says the author. According to ross, the evangelist approaches book writing from a ministry rather than a marketing perspective. In the book, graham writes that he looks forward to death because hes eager to be reunited with his wife. Billy graham invites us to journey with him as he considers the golden years while anticipating the hope of being reunited with his wife, ruth, in his heavenly home that eclipses this world. Grahams book as he turns 94 november 7, 2012 in his book nearing home, billy graham shares how he has come to view old age and discusses various life transitionslessons much needed the day after america elects a new president. Life, faith, and finishing well 9780849948329 by graham, billy and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. He says that the bible makes it clear that god has a specific reason for keeping us here. Lets not miss the purposes of god even in times of sorrow and disappointment, for he is always with us on our journey. Join billy graham as he shares the challenges of fading strength but stillstanding strong in his commitment to finishing life well. In nearing home this man of faithnow in his ninetiesexplores the challenges of aging while gleaning foundational truths from scripture.
In this moving narrative he reflects on his life and contemplates what god still has in store for him. Life, faith, and finishing well, has changed my life. The graham family homeplace will give you an intimate look at billy grahams roots. His faith in god shines through this book, a great encouragement to all who have a living faith in jesus. In his latest book, nearing home, billy graham invites readers of all ages to explore the realities of life as we grow older, and discover what it means to grow older with grace and a continuing sense of purpose. Billy graham once again takes up the pen not only to share his personal experience of growing older but also teach us some important lessons on how to view our time here on earth. Join billy as he shares the challenges of fading strength, but still standing strong in his commitment to finishing life well. Buy nearing home thoughts on life, faith and finishing well by billy graham isbn. Nearing home life, faith, and finishing well special tbn edition paperback book. Billy graham revealed gods love and plan for salvation to millions of lost souls and i am one.
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It is not easy to put pen to paper to describe the feelings that i had for him as i read nearing home. They were ordinary men and women who discovered that the latter years of life can be some of the most rewarding and fulfilling. Jan 01, 2011 as i read through the lines, i was almost overwhelmed with emotion. See all 23 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. In the meantime, he appreciates the touches of ruth in each room of his house. Scripture is filled with examples of men and women whom god used late in life, often with great impactnoah, abraham, moses, elizabeth, and anna, to name a few. Billy grahams life and ministry have been dedicated to the here and now but always with a happyeverafter in view. The graham family homeplace home the billy graham library. Billy graham home, montreat, nc rev billy graham, billy.
Life, faith and finishing well is the recipient of the 2012 christian book of the year award, given by the evangelical christian publishers association. Billy graham invites us to journey with him as he considers the golden years while anticipating the hope of being reunited with his wife, ruth, in his heavenly home. Unless otherwise noted, scripture quotations are from the holy bible, new king james version. Winner of the 2012 christian book of the year, nearing home, billy graham once again takes up the pen not only to share his personal experience of growing. If you are interested in the here after this is the book for you. The billy graham library grounds will be made available to the public starting on monday, april 20, with limited access to the property for those who wish to visit the outdoor memorial prayer garden for prayer and reflection. Billy graham books list of books by author billy graham. Billy graham, 92, reflects on growing old in new memoir. Nearing home billy graham evangelistic association.
Far more than a simple recollection of times gone by, and nothing at all like a memoire, the aptly titled nearing home is actually a book of what billy graham does best, teaching the word. Mar 11, 2012 nearing home was for me an exciting look at the thoughts of a man i knew little about, a man whom i honestly thought had died years ago. At age 92, the one and only billy graham tells what he has learned through his own physical decline, the death of his dearly beloved wife ruth, the effect aging had on his. Life, faith, and finishing well 9780849948329 by billy graham. Christians of all ages will be encouraged to live faithfully for christ by reading nearing home.
About the author billy graham is one of the most famous evangelists of the last century, having preached to nearly 215 million people in more than 185 countries and territories. Having read nearing home on my kindle billy graham speaks about how getting older becomes a challenge. In addition, he also received the associations lifetime achievement award in 1990. Join billy graham as he shares the challenges of fading strength but. In this moving narrative he reflects on his life and contemplates what god. Christian book news billy graham s nearing home named christian book of the year by hannah goodwyn senior producer. Franklin graham and billy grahams book nearing home youtube.
Gods secret agents1975, 1985 answers to lifes problems1988 approaching hoofbeats. Take a positive, faithled journey with billy graham. Since 1978, the evangelical christian publishers association ecpa has honored outstanding christian books every year with their christian book awards. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read nearing home. Nearing home new york times bestseller and 2012 ecpa book of the year. Life, faith and finishing well is the recipient of the 2012 christian book of the.
So what is his purpose for these years, and how can we align our lives with it. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by. Oct 06, 2011 billy graham s life and ministry have been dedicated to the here and now but always with a happyeverafter in view. Nearing home is billy grahams first christian book of the year, though two of his titles have received gold medallion awards approaching hoofbeats, 1984 and just as i am, 1998 along with 15 gold platinum sales awards from ecpa over the years. Billy graham touches on aspects of the glories promised to those of us who follow his son.
Graham also discusses the importance of building strong foundations in. After 93 years of living and decades of christian service, renowned evangelist billy graham writes to encourage people of all ages to live with purpose and grace in nearing home. Oct 18, 2011 graham wrote numerous books including peace with god, world aflame, just as i am, the reason for my hope. He won several awards including the ecpa platinum book award for angels. Apr 17, 2020 billy graham library grounds available for prayer and reflection. Graham also discusses the importance of building strong foundations in relationships, facing lifes transitions with trust, and. Nearing home thoughts on life, faith and finishing well. Below is a list of books by evangelist billy graham a biblical standard for evangelists1984 all for jesus alone with the savior americas hour of decision1951 angels. Join billy graham as he shares the challenges of fading strength but still standing strong in his commitment to finishing life well. Life, faith, and finishing well ebook written by billy graham. Graham tells us all how to finish well as we all are nearing home. New york times bestseller and 2012 ecpa book of the year. Instead of bat in hand at home plate, i had what i now know is a much greater privilege.
Life, faith, and finishing well unabridged by billy graham isbn. This principle is what jesus was explaining to peter shortly before he ascended to heaven. Ive also been thinking about heaven so much lately, and especially because i have a son there, that i thought it would be interesting to see what billy graham would say. In his book nearing home, billy graham invites us to journey with him as he considers the golden years while anticipating the hope of being reunited with his wife, ruth, in his heavenly home that eclipses this world.
Join billy graham as he shares the challenges of fading strength but still. Harold ockenga said that graham on the mass level is the spokesman of the convictions and ideals of the new evangelicalism cited from john ashbrook, new neutralism. Billy graham has been evangelicalisms foremost personality since the middle of the twentieth century. List of books by billy graham home believers portal. Scripture is filled with examples of men and women whom god used late in life, often with great impactnoah, abraham, moses, elizabeth, and anna, to.
Nearing home, written by billy graham in his nineties, explores the challenges of aging while gleaning foundational truths from scripture. For them, growing older wasnt something to be denied or dreaded. Of course it happens to everyone, billy shares his experience of ageing and is open about the physical effects it has on our bodies. Winner of the christian book of the year, nearing home, billy graham once again takes up the pen not only to share his personal experience of growing. In nearing home this man of faith now in his nineties explores the challenges of aging while gleaning foundational truths from scripture. Billy graham, an american evangelist, died february 21, 2018 at the age of 99. Scripture is filled with examples of men and women whom god used late in life, often with great impactnoah, abraham, moses, elizabeth, and.
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