The Billy Graham Story

The Billy Graham Story
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The Billy Graham Story: The Authorized Biography

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An updated account of the inspiring and influential life of Dr. Billy Graham When the hijacked planes slammed into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001, President Bush immediately proclaimed a National Day of Prayer and Remembrance. For the interfaith, interdenominational service at the Washington National Cathedral he chose Billy Graham to give the address. At that terrible hour no other clergyman, whatever his office, could so aptly bring the Word of God to America—and a watching world. At eighty-four, Billy Graham remains one of the most respected people in the world today. He has addressed over eighty-two million people face to face and at least one billion people through television, radio, and satellite. Yet he is far more than an evangelist of integrity and vision; he is a Christian statesman whose profound influence on the growth and depth of Christianity across the world cannot be overestimated. This official biography of Dr. Graham is based on his private files, correspondence, and interviews, as well as the author’s widespread research. • Written by John Pollock, Dr. Graham’s official biographer • Parts one and two (1918 to 1978), based on Pollock’s authorized biographies, have been abridged and contain new material • Part three (1978 to 1983) deals at length with Dr. Graham’s controversial visit to Moscow, which can now be seen as a factor in the fall of communism • Part four (1984 to 2003) updates the story to recent events, including the horrors of September 11 and the honorary knighthood Dr. Graham received from the Queen of England in December 2001 • 8-page section of black-and-white photos new to this book

Description of The Billy Graham Story:

The official biography of Billy Graham, expanded and updated by his official biographer.

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In 2003, Billy Graham was listed for the forty-fifth year among Gallup's "Top Ten" most admired men -- more than any other individual. One of the most respected religious leaders of our time, Dr. Graham has addressed over eighty-two million people face-to-face and at least one billion people through television, radio, and satellite. As a Christian statesman and evangelist of integrity, his influence on the growth of Christianity cannot be overestimated. This authorized biography of Billy Graham draws from materials made available from his private files, correspondence, and personal interviews. Significant new material brings the story up to date including: Billy Graham's missions to Moscow his sermon in Washington National Cathedral after September 11 the honorary knighthood he received from Queen Elizabeth II in December 2001 and the groundbreaking ceremony for the new sixty-three-acre headquarters of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. The Billy Graham Story is an inspiring introduction to a man who has literally helped change the world by introducing millions to Jesus Christ.

About John Charles Pollock:

John Charles Pollock is the author of countless biographies and the official biographer of Billy Graham. He has written accounts of Wesley, Shaftesbury, Whitefield, Kitchener, Hudson Taylor, Wilberforce, John Newton, Moody, and others. He lives with his wife in Devon, England.

Description of John Charles Pollock, author of The Billy Graham Story:

Now expanded and updated by Dr. Graham's official biographer! You'll follow America's favorite preacher through crucial periods in his life, including his early ministry years, his controversial visit to Moscow, his role in recent events including September 11, his honorary knighthood, and more. Features eight pages of black-and-white photographs. 328 pages, softcover from Zondervan.