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Religion is just a matter of personal preference, and "truth" doesn't have anything to do with it.
Billy Graham writes, "Do you honestly think everything in life is just a matter of personal opinion, and there is no such thing as truth? I doubt it."

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Has the Christian church hidden the full truth about God?
Billy Graham writes, "Jesus was God's final and complete revelation of Himself, and for almost 2,000 years the Church has looked to the Bible to tell us about Him."

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What's wrong with telling little half-truths that don't hurt anyone?
Billy Graham writes, "One reason—which you should take very seriously—is because God commands us to tell the truth."

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Our son just came home from his first few weeks at college, and he talks like he's not sure if he believes in God anymore. What can we do?
Billy Graham writes, "The most important things you can do are to pray for your son and then urge him to think carefully about what he is doing."

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How do you know there is only one God?
Billy Graham writes, "He has not left us to guess what He is like; He has shown Himself to us. He did this supremely by coming down to earth in the person of His only Son, Jesus Christ."

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A man I work with believes his church is the only right one and all others are wrong. How would you argue with him?
Billy Graham writes, "I would try to help him understand that we are not saved because we belong to a particular church, but because of Christ and what He has done for us."

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Do you think they'll ever find Noah's Ark?
Billy Graham writes, "Yes, it certainly would cause a sensation if explorers did discover Noah's ark (which is described in chapters 6-8 of Genesis). And yes, it might make some people take the Bible more seriously."

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What right does anyone have to say that they are going to heaven, but that someone else isn't?
Billy Graham writes, "Only God knows our hearts, and only He has the right to judge who will be saved and who will be lost."

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What is your definition of a cult?
Billy Graham writes, "Whenever any group claims that they, and they alone, have all the truth about God, then an alarm bell should go off in your heart and mind. Christ's followers are found within countless denominations and churches."

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My friend says Christians are just covering up the real story about Jesus. What can I say to him?
Billy Graham writes, "Pray for your friend, that he will face his own spiritual need and turn to Jesus Christ. In addition, ask God to help you be a 'living sermon' of Christ's love to your friend ..."

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I really want to believe in God and in Jesus, but I just can't conquer my doubts.
Billy Graham writes, "Sometimes we feel God is near us or we feel we believe in Christ—but other times we don't feel that way. But feelings are not a reliable guide to the truth!"

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When my friend tells me I need Jesus, I say I already believe in Him; doesn't everyone? What am I missing?
Billy Graham writes, "I suspect your friend knows that the word 'believe' actually has several meanings—and it's important to understand which is the right one."

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My ex-husband makes a lot of empty promises to our kids. Should I tell them he's lying?
Billy Graham writes, "Avoid letting whatever bitterness or anger you feel from your divorce spill over on your children. No, you can't change the past, but you can try to keep its damage at a minimum."

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Some people come to our door and claimed their Bible shows Jesus was not divine. What do you have to say about this?
Billy Graham writes, "I'm sure your visitors were sincere but I urge you to examine their claims very carefully. Sincerity is not the test of truth; only God's Word is our final authority."

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A friend of ours invited us to her church, and the speaker spent most of his time telling why their denomination was right. Do you think he should have done that?
Billy Graham writes, "God has His people in many churches and denominations, and I cannot agree with those who condemn all churches but their own."

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My cousin and I are both Christians, but we always argue over religion. How can I avoid it?
Billy Graham writes, "First, before you and your cousin get together the next time, take time to pray about your visit, and ask God to help you both avoid a contentious spirit."

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Once a person is a convinced atheist, is there any hope of becoming a believer again?
Billy Graham writes, "Yes, of course it's possible for a convinced atheist to become a believer—if they aren't close-minded."

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How can we teach our young son that it's wrong to lie?
Billy Graham writes, "First, let him know it displeases you—and it displeases you because it's wrong. Let him know also that it displeases you because you love him, and he only hurts himself when he tells lies."

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How do you know the Bible is true?
Billy Graham writes, "I challenge you to discover the Bible for yourself. Take one of the Gospels (which tell us about the life of Jesus) and read through it carefully."

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When is it wrong to tell a lie, and when is it OK to shade the truth a little?
Billy Graham writes, "A lie might not seem important to us—but in God's eyes there is no such thing as a harmless lie."