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All my friends think I have my life together. But down inside, I know I'm just a big fake. Can God do anything for me?
Billy Graham writes, "Yes, God can do something for you—and He wants to, because He cares about you and He doesn't want you to go through life empty and without any real purpose."

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Does the Bible say anything about obesity? I know I'm seriously overweight, but I don't seem to be making much progress.
Billy Graham writes, "Let me assure you that God does want you to change—not just so you'll feel better about yourself, but because He loves you, and He doesn't want you to be burdened with serious health problems."

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I have cancer because of some bad habits I've had for years. Will God ever forgive me for shortening my life this way?
Billy Graham writes, "God wants to forgive your sins—not only whatever you did that may have shortened your life, but every other sin you ever committed."

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Is it wrong for a Christian to make a lot of money?
Billy Graham writes, "The Bible condemns greed—but it doesn't condemn financial success, if it is gained legitimately and with the right motives."

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I'm in my 40s now and I know I've made a mess of my life with drugs, but is it too late for me to get back on track?
Billy Graham writes, "No, it isn't too late for you to get back on track—and the reason is because God still loves you, and doesn't want you to spend the rest of your life on the wrong road."

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I have an aunt who cares more for her dogs and cats than she does for her family. What would you say to someone like that?
Billy Graham writes, "Pray for your aunt, and if you have an opportunity, gently share your concern with her. She may not even realize what she's doing."

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Our neighbors love to go gambling on weekends, and they keep inviting us. Should we go with them occasionally?
Billy Graham writes, "Let them know you appreciate their invitation, but tell them honestly that this is not the kind of entertainment you wish to pursue."

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Our pastor wants me to be a church officer, but I'm very busy. Would it be wrong for me to turn him down?
Billy Graham writes, "The real question is what God wants you to do about accepting this position—and that's why I hope the first thing you do is pray and ask Him to guide you."

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Does the Bible say anything about taking care of the environment? I have some passionate friends who claim the Bible is anti-environmental. Are they right?
Billy Graham writes, "I'm grateful for your friends' concern for the environment—but no, they aren't right when they say the Bible isn't concerned about the environment. In fact, of all people, Christians should be the most concerned for the environment."

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How can I tell my mother to back off and stop trying to run our family's life? I don't want to hurt her, but what should I do?
Billy Graham writes, "Try to understand your mother's actions—even if you occasionally find them irritating. No doubt she loves you and your family, and even if she intrudes more than she should, she still cares for you and wants what is best for you."

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We're putting in a swimming pool, and the only reason is to keep up with our neighbors. We do this kind of thing all the time, but we can't seem to stop.
Billy Graham writes, "You have taken the first step by being honest about your motives. Countless people fall into the same trap you have of trying to "keep up with the Joneses"—but don't even realize what they're doing."

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I know I ought to witness more for Jesus and tell others about Him, but I'm rather shy and I just can't do much. How can I overcome this?
Billy Graham writes, "You are right up, to a point; God wants every believer to be a witness for Christ to those who do not know Him."

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Our daughter is trying to get the latest fashions, but we don’t feel comfortable with some of them because they’re provocative. She says we’re old-fashioned.
Billy Graham writes, "I'm thankful for your concern, and I urge you to help your daughter be wise in the way she dresses—even at the risk of being called old-fashioned!"

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I am eight years old and I have a question for you. Did Noah's ark have dinosaurs in it? Or did they maybe die in the flood?
Billy Graham writes, "Noah lived many thousands of years ago, and the Bible doesn't give a detailed list of what birds and animals were included on the ark."

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I had a lot of stress in my life, and instead of turning to God I turned to alcohol. I wonder if I've become an alcoholic. Can God help me out of this pit?
Billy Graham writes, "I don't think I've ever met an alcoholic who was glad he or she had gone down that road—and I can understand why. Alcoholism is a destroyer—of health, self esteem, work, relationships, everything."

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Why did God put us here? Sometimes I wonder if my life has any purpose to it, or if I'm just here to have a good time. What do you think?
Billy Graham writes, "No, God didn't put us here just to indulge ourselves or have a good time (at least in the way you probably mean it). God put us here for a purpose—and that purpose is to live for Him and experience the joy of His presence every day."

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I've always used foul language without even thinking about it. Now I've become a Christian and I know it needs to stop. Any suggestions?
Billy Graham writes, "The Bible is clear: 'Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths. ... Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking' (Ephesians 4:29; 5:4)."

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I intend to give my life to Jesus some day, but not until I've had some fun. You'll probably say I'm gambling with my soul, but all of life is a gamble, isn't it?
Billy Graham writes, "You're right; I will tell you that you are gambling with your soul. And the reason is because you are—and if you lose, there will be no second chance. Why gamble with your eternal destiny?"

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I have a friend who is facing a lot of problems. She won't face up to her own failures, and instead blames God for everything. Do you have any suggestions?
Billy Graham writes, "Refusing to accept personal responsibility for our problems and blaming everyone else (including God) for them is almost as old as the human race."

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I'd like to change my life because I know I'm on the wrong track, but I just can't make myself do it.
Billy Graham writes, "Most of us have probably encountered this dilemma at some time in our lives. Even the Apostle Paul said, 'I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do' (Romans 7:15)."