Billy Graham's Daily Devotion

Stumbling in Darkness

November 20, 2013

The one who is the true Light arrived to shine on everyone coming into the world.
–John 1:9 (TLB)

The world is stumbling in darkness from one crisis to another. The crises are getting worse and worse, and are coming closer and closer to home. Inflation, population explosion, hunger, dominate vast areas of the world. Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. You follow me and give your life to me and I’ll take you out of the darkness of this world, out of this confusion, out of this mess that you’re in, and I’ll give you peace and joy. A light will burn in your heart and mind that you never had before. I will command the light to come on in your life.”

Prayer for the day

Your light shines in the darkest place and gives me hope, Lord Jesus.

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26 Comments

Ezekiel says 11.26.2011, 02:35 a.m.

I thank the Lord almighty for taking me away from sin, and helped me see the light! And matured me so I can surrender all to Him. Now I don't have to run the street anymore! I love the Lord with all my heart today, it only took one look and I surrender all, He took me away from sin. He has made my life new! He answered the prayer of a hurt crying mother! He brought her her child back but it was only when I looked at Him for He is..HE put sin to death in my life..I thank the Lord for pulling me out of the pit, and opening eyes when I was blind..I love you JESUS!

jenni says 11.24.2011, 3:15 p.m.

I love the comment that vaiana wrote, that was so beautiful and well spoken. Jesus is my everything too.

Scott says 11.23.2011, 6:34 p.m.

Our world is getting so increasingly dark. Lord shine your light in our hearts so that your reflection will light our path.

sharon says 11.21.2011, 8:49 p.m.

Our family needs prayer for unspoken issues. Please pray for the dark side to leave us alone. We have had more than we can bear

Mary says 11.20.2011, 2:54 p.m.

Thank YOU JESUS for saving us! We know the end and that is what gives us comfort!

Martha says 11.20.2011, 12:24 a.m.

Salt and light, everyone (Christians); salt and light! People around us really scrutinize those of us who claim to be a Christian. So make sure your actions match your words! God Bless all of you!

Annie says 11.20.2011, 10:08 a.m.

Father God, I thank Thee, for Your obedient servant Rev. Billy Graham. We cry out to You LORD, as You promised to us, Pour out Your Spirit upon all flesh in these last days. Loving Savior, my Jesus, we need only one thing! It's not the nuclear bombs or hate but these simple four letters, L-O-V-E! Thank you Billy Graham Ministries, for this beautiful collection of comments. May God pour His rich blessings on you.

Ron says 11.20.2011, 09:20 a.m.

I am thankful to know Jesus Christ as my personal savior..do I stumble and fall...sure, but I know that God is faithful and he takes me by my hand and helps me back up and gets me through life's daily struggles of which there are many.

Gerry says 11.20.2011, 06:44 a.m.

Despite these troubled times .........find eternal refuge in the Arms of Christ.

Nwachukwu says 11.20.2011, 05:51 a.m.

Thank God for His marvelous light, for he that is with God will never walk in darkness.

Bulelwa says 11.20.2011, 02:25 a.m.

I'm revived when Jesus said "I am the light of the world....I will bring light into your life." Thank you for the devotion and today as I write this message I'm on my way to church.

Bajeh says 11.19.2011, 7:04 p.m.

Thank you heavenly father for sending your beloved son to come and be an everlasting light that neither rises nor set but always lighten my path as well as my life. Bless Rev. Billy for me. I love you Lord

Judy says 11.20.2010, 10:22 p.m.

Jesus is Lord, thank you for the daily devotion each day.

vaiana says 11.20.2010, 12:58 a.m.

You know sometimes I cry for my friends, my coworkers and family who don't know the Light of Jesus like we do. I know if my heart aches for them, how much more does my Lord's heart beats for them. I used to be so afraid of life, but now I have peace from above that no matter what happens on this earth, He is faithful to carry me thru and will never never let me go . I love that name ( Jesus). He's my everything.Thank you for the devotion.

edwin says 11.20.2010, 09:51 a.m.

I thank the Lord for my life and the good things He has done for me.

Rachael says 11.20.2010, 09:33 a.m.

This is so true my friends in Jesus! In my darkest times of harrassment and problems, when we keep our hearts and minds with Jesus He shines us through with joy and all we need..It is amazing..Thank you Lord Jesus!:)

milagro says 11.20.2010, 08:23 a.m.

Milagro I am so happy for His presence. As I seek Him daily He filled me with His joy and peace. God bless you.

Karen says 11.20.2010, 07:54 a.m.

Life is really hard!!! But as we grow closer to the Lord Jesus every day, He will provide the light to shine through our problems. I'm comforted by the BGEA and all of my fellow brothers and sisters in Christ, who are out there struggling like I am, because I know that we are united by the Saviour who gives us His precious light to find our way! I will continue to pray for all of you.

jim says 11.20.2010, 06:21 a.m.

Kelvin, Jesus will take care of you.

Lois says 11.20.2010, 05:58 a.m.

Thank you for your daily devotations they really help and I enjoy reading them. I just need to apply them more,please pray for my son that God would give him the courage and grace to get threw the trials he is facing right now. God bless you all.

Jim says 11.20.2010, 03:19 a.m.

Kelvin, keep the faith. I'm sayin a prayer for you before I go to bed. Cheers.

Bob says 11.20.2010, 03:19 a.m.

As the sun shines brighter than billions qnd billions of burning candles (Who but God knows the answer). The sun above shines upon our world and comforts us with magnifiicant light and pleasing warmth. "Spirtual darkness covers one as a burial shroud. No direction and no hope." Our Lord Jesus Christ is the light of the world. If we believe in Him and through faith confess him; He will be our lighted path to heaven and our eternal destination. I am grateful for His gracious love to redeem me and promise me eternal love. JOHN 14: v6

mick says 11.19.2010, 4:18 p.m.

Darkness is death. Light is love. Gos is Good!

Kelvin says 11.19.2010, 08:04 a.m.

There is a song that is currently played a lot on the radio with a line "I could really use a wish right now." I feel that way in my life. I work out of town, away from my family and need daily inspiration from God to stay focused on the task of providing. I am hopeful that Jesus will "take me out of the mess I am in."

sheryl says 11.19.2010, 04:58 a.m.

I'm so thankful for his joy and peace in these days. I believe i could not live in this day and time with out him ..God bless you.

Dianilda says 11.18.2010, 1:58 p.m.

Thank you for your message, it gives me hope in these hard times. I will find that joy in heart again!

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