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My husband's family seems jealous of our wealth. What should we do?
Billy Graham writes, "Pray for your husband's family, that God will show them how harmful envy is."

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Our niece is very thin, but thinks she is too fat. How can someone deceive herself so much?
Billy Graham writes, "Her failure to eat properly is really a symptom of a much deeper emotional problem—and she'll probably need help to deal with it."

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Do you think there is any hope for the future?
Billy Graham writes, "Never forget that even when the future is unclear, God is with us and helps us when we know Christ." Read his answer now!

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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."

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Will you please pray that my daughter will stop drinking?
Billy Graham writes, "Do what you can to get your daughter to face her alcoholism. But more than that, urge her to turn to Christ and give her life to Him."

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I have a very hard time believing that God loves me because my own father was abusive. How can I believe in God's love?
Billy Graham writes, "Parents may not love us as they should—but God does. We know it because Jesus Christ was willing to die for us."

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My wife is always getting after me because she says I work too much. I do put in 12 hours or so a day...What should i do?
Billy Graham writes, "I hope you will think carefully about what you're doing—and why. ... The most important thing you have to give your wife and children is your love."

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How can I honor my father when he's disgraced our family by stealing from his company?
Billy Graham writes, "No, you can't honor him for what he did (at least in this instance)—but you can still honor him for what he is: your father."

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My family has written me off as a "black sheep." Has God written me off also?
Billy Graham writes, "No matter who we are or how old we are, or even what we have (or haven't) done, God still loves us and He yearns to welcome us home."

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What can I do to be sure my loved ones will be saved?
We are glad to know that you have a real burden and concern for your loved ones. ... The best thing you can do for your loved ones is to pray earnestly.

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What if my family and friends never accept Jesus?
Don't give in to discouragement; instead, permit the life and love of our Lord Jesus Christ to be seen in you, for this in itself will be a tremendous testimony.

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How can I help my loved one who is using drugs and alcohol?
Jesus Christ, the mighty Lord and Savior, is able to deliver anyone from a drug or alcohol problem. When Jesus Christ comes into the heart of an addicted person, He can break every sinful habit as that person allows Him.

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My parents treat me like a child. Why can't they give me more freedom?
Growing up is a painful process—for you and your parents! As you go through this difficult period of adjustment together, it is important to follow the scriptural counsel ...

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Is it wrong for a Christian to put a loved one in an assisted living or nursing home?
When elderly people reach advanced age, their safety and medical needs may be beyond the ability of their family to provide for in home-care. This creates a very painful situation.

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Would it be wrong to put my mother who has Alzheimer's disease in a nursing home?
Watching a loved one deteriorate under the influence of Alzheimer's disease is a heart-wrenching experience. ... There may well come a time when the care of an Alzheimer's patient in the home is no longer possible ...

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All my life, my mother favored my brother over me. How should I deal with this?
Billy Graham writes, "When something hurtful happens to us, we have a choice. We can either be filled with bitterness, or we can turn our bitterness over to God."

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My cousin is mad at me because I told her she loves her dogs more than she loves her family. That may sound funny but it's true.
Billy Graham writes, "Few things can get us in as much trouble as our words—and few things can be more helpful to others, if we learn to speak wisely and out of love."

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My cousin says he's an atheist and that only a fool would believe in God. What can I say to him to convince him that he's wrong?
Billy Graham writes, "The evidence is so overwhelming that anyone who honestly looks at it with an open mind will conclude that God must exist."

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My son (in his forties) died of cancer recently. He was a fine Christian ... Why would God take someone like him?
Billy Graham writes, "No matter what happens to us, God still loves us and He still cares for us. He knows your pain and heartache, and He knows the grief you and your son's family are going through."

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My mother (who is a Christian) is always on my case about the way I'm living, but I'm an adult now, and it's none of her business.
Billy Graham writes, "But why does she care how you live? The reason is because she loves you, and she knows that you are headed down a road that will only end in heartache and disaster."