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Billy Graham's Daily Devotion

Change Yourself, Change the World

September 19, 2013

Every one of us shall give account of himself to God.
–Romans 14:12

I do not quarrel with Karl Marx’s statement that “religion is the opiate of the people.” I never try to defend religion. Religion has spawned wars. Many so-called religious people have been characterized by prejudice, pride, bickering, and even tolerance for slavery. However, I would call you to a simple faith in Jesus, who said, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” Are you really concerned? Are you disappointed with society? If you are, I challenge you to take the first step. I challenge you to look at yourself.

Prayer for the day

Forgive me, for so often failing to love my neighbor. May my life speak to others of Your love and compassion, Lord Jesus Christ.

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43 Comments

Soledayo says 9.26.2012, 09:21 a.m.

Pls pray for me that God should just give me grace to make heaven, and make a way for me on earth.

timothy says 9.21.2012, 12:54 a.m.

may he bless us in all our doings.

Emmanuel says 9.19.2012, 1:07 p.m.

Please help me with prayer am too forgetfull and it is affecting my Education. Please. I purpose to process admission now but due to what is happening to me i can't.

Sue says 9.19.2012, 10:51 a.m.

I thank the Lord for having Reverend Billy Graham in our lives. He is such a great role model to us Christians. With his love for Christ saved sinners and encourages Christians to serve more and love our Lord each day.

Ekaete says 9.19.2012, 10:08 a.m.

I want to be like Jesus,is humble and gentle.Lord Jesus give me heart to love one another even my enemies.

Peggy says 9.19.2012, 09:51 a.m.

Pray for Malaya Wood, 8mo.old little girl with brain tumor.

cecelia says 9.19.2012, 09:26 a.m.

I was raised watching Billy Graham crusades...Daddy insisted on it! I love his messages and I love the man. Truly a man of God!

Joe says 9.19.2012, 08:05 a.m.

Amen.

shirley says 9.19.2012, 07:50 a.m.

It is not about religion, it is a RELATIONSHIP. If you have Jesus in your heart HE is with you, guiding your every step, Thank you Jesus for saving ME!

Pierre says 9.19.2012, 07:37 a.m.

Thank you dear Billy Graham for reminding me today to live a true life testifies that God is the God of love and forgiveness for all the humankind. Bless you, you are a great model of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Carolyn G. says 9.19.2012, 07:09 a.m.

God is LOVE. He loved us while we were yet sinners. We need to love others while they are still sinners. Judgement is God's alone - He doesn't need any advisors.

Sue says 9.19.2012, 06:56 a.m.

Without Jesus I look at myself as nothing.

Maina says 9.19.2012, 05:56 a.m.

May the lord give me courage to love all people as He has commanded. Amen

Gerry says 9.19.2012, 04:49 a.m.

Hypocrisy, is not a Godly characteristic. As Believers we are called to lead by example. What you do should mirror what you say.

Christine Haiyan Ji says 9.18.2012, 10:06 a.m.

Dear Almgithy Lord God omni in all,Thank thee for today's gospel trip to the Zhujiang new town where the fortune 500's location is and spreaded the gospel in an totally unworthy manner for thy will, dear lord Jesus Christ.In Triune God'sName.

yovin says 9.20.2011, 00:45 a.m.

I am so blessed with this man of God. Glory be to God sir

eta says 9.19.2011, 1:08 p.m.

Thank you lord for loving me all this years, Help me love my neighbors..Amen!

Rhonda says 9.19.2011, 12:22 a.m.

For a while I have been so selfish Lord and I just need for you to renew my heart of the love and compassion that was once there I ask that it manifests itself through Your Holy Spirit. I can't give money but I can let my talents be used ..I love You!! Amen

nichole says 9.19.2011, 11:28 a.m.

Amen....

raymond says 9.19.2011, 11:03 a.m.

May GOD'S peace be with you.

Delma says 9.19.2011, 10:20 a.m.

This was one of the topics at our Bible study meeting last night. Our Sunday School class meets every Sunday night at a member's home for further study and we discussed Acts 3, Romans and Ephesians concerning society today and how relevant these comments from the scripture are. Let's all do what Jesus would: Pray first, then Act.

Chris says 9.19.2011, 10:05 a.m.

Lord Jesus, I just want to thank you and praise you that there is nothing I can do to earn your forgiveness. All I can do is rest on your grace and trust in the totality of your forgiveness. Help me to share your love and grace with others at all times and in all places."The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life".

gary says 9.19.2011, 09:48 a.m.

thank you Jesus for your promises. I claim them today

william says 9.19.2011, 09:48 a.m.

Revival starts with me. What do I do with my sin? what do I do to prioritize my life? What do I do with my pocketbook? What do I do to love Him more. It's not all about doing it is resting in my Saviors arms.

lare says 9.19.2011, 08:51 a.m.

Living in he same neighborhood for 2 years and I didn't connect with anybody here...only smiles and hellos...as a christian I believe my responsibility is to connect with the people and give the message of Salvation in Jesus Christ; praying so God can use me anywhere anytime. amen!

Melissa says 9.19.2011, 08:49 a.m.

Please cleanse my heart Lord.

Joe says 9.19.2011, 08:40 a.m.

Amen

mandie says 9.19.2011, 08:24 a.m.

Start with something as simple as letting another vehicle go in front of you in traffic and smiling at people even if they don't respond. Remember Jesus sees everything and you have his approval.

Diem Le says 9.19.2011, 08:18 a.m.

I prayed God strengthen my heart to Love other and forgive what they have hurt me and learned to move on let go. God give me wisdom and open my eyes to see other as Jesus see my neighbor needs and learned to love them. Lord please soften my heart to love for the hurt one. Lord I will committed myself to learned to love other the way you love me. I hunger for your love as my neighbor need too. Help me to love them and guide them to you Jesus.My heart crying more of you each day. Lord I do not want to slow of heart and I am not to fast of heart. I prayed in Jesus name Amen

Gerald says 9.19.2011, 08:06 a.m.

May i know Jesus in a deeper dimension of His love and grace.

Mary says 9.19.2011, 08:01 a.m.

Lord help me to be the person,YOU want me to be each and everyday. May others see YOU in me. Thank YOU for always being there for all.

olie says 9.19.2011, 07:32 a.m.

Lord help me to love my neighbor, take away any selfishness that still within me so that i can love them the way you love me.

Phil says 9.19.2011, 07:24 a.m.

Lord, Please help me to love my neighbor, my enemy, my friend, my brother, my sister, my mother and father, my wife, the stranger, the poor, the weak, the burdened, the infirm, the disabled...help me always to love all, to always show your love to all...and to forgive me for the many times I fail to do this.

Deb says 9.19.2011, 06:58 a.m.

May I walk humbly with God and may I have a heart of compassion.

karen honaker says 9.19.2011, 06:53 a.m.

AMEN! I LOVE ALL THANK YOU JESUS!!!!!!!!!!!

Patricia says 9.19.2011, 06:44 a.m.

Amen, may he give me the courage to confront sin right in it's face.

Bette says 9.19.2011, 06:28 a.m.

I thank you for reminders to bow before the Father for daily cleansing and refocusing not to drop critical attitudes. Blessings on BGEA!!

Ninia Alondra says 9.19.2011, 06:25 a.m.

No one can enter in heaven because of religion. Because Jesus said in John 14:6: "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."

Gerry says 9.19.2011, 06:15 a.m.

The old saying "practice what you preach " is still very valid today. God's children ought not to condemn a particular behavior and then participate in the same thing themselves . Satan is always looking for ways to discredit our testimony to the unsaved and that is one of his more effective ploys. We are God's ambassador's here on earth and while we are far from perfect we need to remember who we say we are .

Geri says 9.19.2011, 06:08 a.m.

Amen Mr. Graham! Our youth Pastor JUST spoke on this yesterday!

Glendia says 9.19.2011, 02:21 a.m.

Walk with me today, my Saviour, lead, guide and direct me as I try to be your fisher of men.

Judith says 9.18.2011, 09:57 a.m.

I pray today that I find the courage to live my life so I can inspire the LOVE OF JESUS to others.

mick says 9.17.2011, 2:59 p.m.

may GOD give us the insight to truly be insightful!

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