LOOKING FOR ANSWER

Can listening to some kinds of secular music and watching MTV affect my relationship with Jesus?
Dr. Graham has commented: "Some modern music does, beyond question, include lyrics that are blatantly and openly anti-religious ..."

LOOKING FOR ANSWER

What can be done about immoral and violent television programs?
One of the most effective things that can be done to eliminate such programs is to write the sponsors.

MY ANSWER

What should we allow our children to watch on TV?
Billy Graham writes, "Images they see now will be with them the rest of their lives, molding their characters—for good or for ill."

MY ANSWER

Why are there so many TV shows with violence and sex being produced?
Billy Graham writes, "I suspect the main reason the programs you object to get produced is because they make money."

MY ANSWER

Does God care how we spend our free time (as long as we aren't doing anything wrong)?
Billy Graham writes, "It's wrong to think God doesn't want us to enjoy ourselves or that His goal is to make us miserable! ... God knows that we need times of rest and recreation."

MY ANSWER

The other day I was downloading a song and suddenly realized that it talks a lot about the devil. Will this hurt me spiritually?
Billy Graham writes, "One of the signs that God is working in your life is that you have become sensitive to things like this, and Satan would like nothing better than for you to ignore what God is trying to tell you."

MY ANSWER

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."

MY ANSWER

A friend of mine doesn't think she ought to limit what her children read or see on television or the Internet.
Billy Graham writes, "No parent would allow their children to wander into a busy intersection or sample the pill bottles in their medicine cabinet. Shouldn't we safeguard our children's moral and spiritual health just as much?"

MY ANSWER

I gave my life to Jesus recently. My parents say that if I'm a Christian I'll have to give up the music I've always listened to. Are they right?
Billy Graham writes, "I suggest you begin by asking your parents what concerns them about your music—not to argue with them, but to understand them. You still may not agree, but if they have some legitimate concerns, you should respect them."

MY ANSWER

I've gotten in over my head financially because of gambling. I'm afraid my wife will leave me if she finds out.
Billy Graham writes, "Let me urge you first of all to face your situation honestly."

MY ANSWER

What's wrong with cussing once in a while? I find it's a pretty good way to let off some steam when I'm upset.
Billy Graham writes, "Our society has become so saturated with profanity and coarse language that we seem to have grown almost indifferent to it. ... But that doesn't make it right in the eyes of God."

MY ANSWER

If America is a Christian nation, why is there so much immorality in your movies and television programs? We would not allow these things in my country.
Billy Graham writes, "I share your concern for the way my society has turned its back on what is right and moral. As a Christian, I believe this is displeasing to God ..."

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