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I'm always getting into trouble because of my temper. I've even lost two jobs because of it. Is there anything I can do?
Billy Graham writes, "Yes, there is something you can do about your temper—and that is to yield it (and your whole life) to God."

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My friends can't believe I'm still a virgin. How can I explain to them that I'm a Christian and want to save myself for marriage?
Billy Graham writes, "I commend you for your stand and hope you will never waver from it—whether others understand it or not. No matter what others do, if you are a Christian, God has called you to purity."

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Our mother died about a year ago. My brother and I don't want our father to remarry. How can we get him to respect our feelings?
Billy Graham writes, "I know this is a difficult time for you and your brother; no doubt you still feel the loss of your mother very keenly. But if you truly love your father, you want what is best for him."

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My son—who was born out of wedlock—doesn't want anything to do with me. Is God judging me for what I did wrong?
Billy Graham writes, "Bad decisions always have bad consequences. ... But does this mean God is now punishing you for what you did by somehow turning your son against you? No, I cannot say that."

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My friend won't listen to me when I tell him Jesus could change his life. How can I get through to him?
Billy Graham writes, "Ask God to help you be a witness to him—not just by your words, but by your life. Does he see Christ living through you?"

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I'm at college in a situation with some difficult roommates. I'd change schools, but how can I be sure the next situation won't be just as bad?
Billy Graham writes, "The answer, very simply, is 'You can't be sure.' ... But don't misunderstand me; I'm not saying it has to be this way."

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My boyfriend and I have been living together but he still refuses to get married. What do you think his problem is?
Billy Graham writes, "He actually has two problems, I suspect—and I hope you both can face them and deal with them honestly. If you don't, I see little hope for your long-term relationship."

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Will I have to give up all my old friends if I become a Christian?
Billy Graham writes, "No, you don't have to turn your back on all your old friends if you become a Christian—and in fact God may want to use you to point them to Christ."

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My boyfriend admits he's lived kind of a wild life, but he claims he wants to settle down and marry me. Can I trust him?
Billy Graham writes, "Don't drift into marriage, and don't try to make decisions about marriage on your own. Instead, seek God's will for your life, and ask Him to lead you to the person He has chosen for your lifelong mate."

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Is it possible to forgive someone, when you can't really forget all the hurt they've caused you?
Billy Graham writes, "I know it probably sounds impossible to you—but with God's help it can happen."

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I get very upset at the way some people in our church talk about our pastor. What can I do?
Billy Graham writes, "The most important thing you can do for your pastor is to pray for him—and encourage others to pray also."

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I left my old friends when I became a Christian, but they need Jesus so badly. Should I try to reconnect?
Billy Graham writes, "You probably needed time to grow in your faith and establish new friendships with Christians who could help and encourage you spiritually."

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Is it ever right to be angry at someone?
Billy Graham writes, "We must never take evil lightly, and anger against injustice and wrongdoing has its place. But when we are angry at someone, we have to stop and ask ourselves why."

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I'm in jail because some friends talked me into doing drugs. How can I keep from going along with the crowd?
Billy Graham writes, "Are these really the kind of friends you want to have, if they are willing to put you at risk?"

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I've lost two husbands, and now the man I hoped to marry has backed out. Why can't I find happiness?
Billy Graham writes, "I wish I could give you a logical reason for what has happened to you—but to be honest, I can't. I can tell you this: God knows what you're going through, and He understands your disappointment and hurt."

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People sure can be difficult to get along with, at least in my experience. Why is this the case?
Billy Graham writes, "The Bible says the reason is very simple: We are all sinners. This doesn't just mean that we do wrong; it also means that we want to do wrong."

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I left home for a job after graduating from college, and I've never felt so lonely. Should I just give up and move back?
Billy Graham writes, "The most important advice I can give you is to urge you to seek God's will for your future."

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Our neighbor's husband died a few months ago, and I feel so awkward because I don't know what to say.
Billy Graham writes, "I urge you to reach out to your neighbor. Yes, I know it can feel awkward but what she really needs is your presence, not just your words."

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I'm curious to know what the number one problem is that people write to you about.
Billy Graham writes, "By far the most common problem is relationships—a marriage gone sour, loneliness, divorce, conflicts in a family or at work, and so forth."

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How do you know when to give someone a second chance, and when to let them suffer the consequences of what they've done?
Billy Graham writes, "As a general rule, I urge parents to 'go the second mile' with wayward children—in other words, keeping some relationship with them if possible."