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Is there room in Christianity for teaching one world religion? on Mar 2, 2023 From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham Q: I read a lot about blending various faiths from around the world and many support a one-world religion. Years ago, this was frightening to some, but now people from all faiths are coming on board as “people of faith.” We’re told that we should concentrate only on the common ground of our beliefs, which is to be the best we can, do the best we can, and love others. The world says this is what can bring humanity together. Is there room in Christianity for this kind of teaching? – C.D. A: Many people from around the world claim that they believe in Jesus, the Bible, and many other books. But that isn’t enough to be accepted as a follower of Christ; even the demons believe and tremble (see James 2:19). We must confess and repent of our sins and receive Jesus as Lord and Savior. “But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become the children of God, to those who believe in His name” (John 1:12). To illustrate, a person can go to the airport with the intention of making a trip to a certain destination. He makes a flight reservation, purchases the ticket, and gets in line at the gate. There are three calls for boarding, but he fails to enter through the gate and walk the ramp to the plane’s cabin. He has not committed himself by getting on board. A person may believe in God, the Bible, and the church, but not surrender to Christ. This kind of belief does not involve complete commitment and obedience to Him. The moment we receive Him, we are born again and belong wholly to Christ. We come on board when the Holy Spirit takes possession of our souls and God’s nature begins to transform us into His obedient children. We are to pray that His Word will put our hearts and minds on Him, thereby granting peace of mind that comes only from God in Heaven. ======= (This column is based on the words and writings of the late Rev. Billy Graham.) ©2023 Billy Graham Literary Trust. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC. (c)2023 BILLY GRAHAM DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, INC. SHARE MORE BILLY GRAHAM What can someone do to tone down motional highs and lows? Billy Graham / March 01, 2023 From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham Q: I struggle with emotional instability though I have no clear diagnosis but my own. Is being overly emotional a sin, and if not, what can a person do to tone down the emotional...Read More Did God know when He created the human race that the people would reject Him? Billy Graham / February 28, 2023 From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham Q: Did God know when He created the human race that the people would reject Him? – I.B. A: Even before the first dawn, Creator God knew all that would happen. The Bible tells ...Read More Are there really 66 books inside the Bible? Billy Graham / February 27, 2023 From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham Q: My friend and I compete to see which one of us can read the most books in a year and we quiz each other about what we’ve learned. She challenged me to read a collection of ...Read More What can be bad about wanting to go to Heaven? Billy Graham / February 25, 2023 From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham Q: With the state of the world and the decline in society, I’m ready for this life to be over and wish Heaven would come down and take me away. I’m told this is selfish and ...Read More How do I not cram religion down my kids throats and turn them off? Billy Graham / February 24, 2023 From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham Q: I didn’t grow up in a Christian home where prayer was taught, but I longed for it when I would visit my friends who experienced this. I’m now married to a Christian man ...Read More Do worshipers create celebrities? Billy Graham / February 23, 2023 From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham Q: A college course recently required students to read a book about the drama of celebrity, and while it was celebrated, the book also exposed the deception of celebrities being ...Read More COMICS Al Goodwyn The Lockhorns Luann Marshall Ramsey Loose Parts John Branch See more