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Three Prison Inmates Who Called BGEA Prayer Line Are Among Thousands to Find Peace in Christ Jun 03, 2020

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The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association recently set up a 24-hour prayer line for people feeling anxious or scared because of the coronavirus crisis. More than 100,000 people have called in since March 17.There’s the man who wanted to cuss out whoever answered the phone, a COVID-19 patient calling from his hospital bed and three inmates phoning from prison. Jonathan Edwards manages the prayer line and says, “We’ve seen a lot of ministry happen in a short amount of time.” Listen as Jonathan shares these and other remarkable stories of people who have called BGEA’s 24/7 prayer line, on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.Here are resources for facing COVID-19: lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resourcesGet in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadioLearn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening your relationship with Him: FindPeaceWithGod.netIf you’re anxious or fearful about the coronavirus, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.Music used in this episode:Phil Wickham – “The Light Will Come” @ 0:38Phil Wickham – “Living Hope” @ 22:45Phil Wickham – “This Is the Day” @ 27:02GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

Comedian Michael Jr. Uses Laughter to Point People to the Lord May 27, 2020

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“I look at myself as a comedic communicator. It just so happens one of the things I love communicating the most is the truth of what God’s done for us, through Jesus Christ.”Michael Jr. has always been funny—but he didn’t always use that gift for God’s glory until he came to faith at age 27. When he realized he needed Jesus and that Jesus had died for him, Michael’s entire life and approach to his career changed. Hear more about it on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.Keep up with Michael Jr.’s latest projects and outreaches: michaeljr.comHere are resources for facing COVID-19: lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resourcesThis episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “God’s Laughter.” Listen to the full message: billygraham.org/audio/gods-laughterGet in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadioLearn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening your relationship with Him: FindPeaceWithGod.netIf you’re anxious or fearful about the coronavirus, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.Music used in this episode:Micah Tyler – “Feels Like Music” @ 0:00Micah Tyler – “Shine” @ 8:21Micah Tyler – “Headed for the Mountain” @ 12:33GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

How a Family Joyfully Planted Churches in the Face of Persecution May 20, 2020

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“We will try whatever possible way to reach out to that one family in that town.”Husband and wife Raja and Ramya faced trials and persecution as they worked to plant churches in their homeland of South Asia. Listen as they share some of the many ways they learned to trust Jesus in this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories. Christian evangelist and apologist Ravi Zacharias dedicated his life to equipping people like Raja and Ramya to share their faith in difficult situations. On Tuesday, May 20, Ravi went to be with the Lord. Learn more about his ministry: billygraham.org/story/ravi-zacharias-enters-heavenly-homeHere are resources for facing COVID-19: lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resourcesThis episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “Ye Shall Be Witnesses.” Listen to the full message: billygraham.org/audio/ye-shall-be-witnesses/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadioLearn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening your relationship with Him: FindPeaceWithGod.netIf you’re anxious or fearful about the coronavirus, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.Music used in this episode:Newsboys – “Guilty” @ 0:30Hawk Nelson – “Just Getting Started” @ 13:56Hawk Nelson – “Sold Out” @ 18:14GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

Matthew West on Quarantine, His Ministry and Billy Graham May 13, 2020

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“When I feel the Lord pressing the pause button or allowing the pause button to be pressed in my life, I want my instinct to be to press into Him.”When musician Matthew West was 13, he accepted Jesus as his Savior while watching Billy Graham on TV. There have been many highs and lows since that day, and Matthew has remained faithful to his calling of sharing Jesus with the world. Matthew joins us on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories. to talk about meeting and learning from Billy Graham, being stretched by God during COVID-19, and how he’s learned to overcome setbacks.If you’re anxious or fearful about the coronavirus, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.Here are more resources for facing COVID-19: lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resourcesThis episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “Dedication of the Georgia Dome.” Listen to the full message: billygraham.org/audio/dedication-of-georgia-domeGet in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadioLearn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening your relationship with Him: FindPeaceWithGod.netKeep up with Matthew West on Facebook: facebook.com/matthewwestMusic used in this episode:Matthew West – “Next Thing You Know” @ 0:33Matthew West – “More” @ 6:27Matthew West – “Take Heart” @ 12:30Matthew West – “So Loved” @ 16:13Matthew West – “The God Who Stays” @ 21:02GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

COVID-19 Doctor Who Served in Italy ICU Says ‘Jesus Provided a Miracle’ May 06, 2020

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“There’s no doubt that God is walking among His beloved people in Italy.”Dr. Julie McKay spent the last several weeks helping coronavirus patients at the Samaritan’s Purse field hospital in Cremona, Italy. Despite an atmosphere of terror and sadness in the country, Julie saw God moving in some incredible ways. She’ll tell us about her experience on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.If you’re anxious or fearful about the coronavirus, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.Here are more resources for facing COVID-19: lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resourcesKeep up with how Samaritan’s Purse is helping people in need: samaritanspurse.orgGet in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadioLearn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening your relationship with Him: FindPeaceWithGod.netMusic in this episode:Micah Tyler – “What Mercy Did for Me” @ 0:31Micah Tyler – “Love Lifted Me Up” @ 19:04Micah Tyler – “Recover” @ 23:28GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

What a Medal of Honor Recipient Learned About God While Sheltering in a Cave Apr 29, 2020

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When a heroic young Vietnam veteran returned from war, his fellow college students spat on him. Full of pain and questions, he moved into a cave in New Hampshire.Listen as Medal of Honor recipient Gary Beikirch shares his extraordinary story in the midst of an extraordinary time in history.“We as a nation are sheltered in our own individual caves.”If you’re anxious or fearful about the coronavirus, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line any time day or night at 1-888-388-2683.Here are more resources for facing COVID-19: https://lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resources/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.net/An excerpt of Billy Graham’s message “The Second Chance.” Listen to the full message: https://billygraham.org/audio/the-second-chance/Music in this episode:Sanctus Real – Lazarus @ 00:00Sanctus Real – Lazarus @ 24:37Sanctus Real – Hide and Seek @ 28:42GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

From the Front Lines of COVID-19: Two Billy Graham Chaplains Share Their Experience in NYC Apr 22, 2020

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Tim and Yvonne Denmark have spent their lives in and around New York City. Tim was a police officer and Yvonne was a schoolteacher for nearly 30 years. Today, this husband and wife team are serving as chaplains with the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team in the city they love.Our sister ministry, Samaritan’s Purse, has set up an emergency field hospital for COVID-19 overflow patients in Central Park. Tim and Yvonne are there ministering to patients, healthcare workers and others in need of emotional and spiritual care. When asked, Tim and Yvonne pray with patients and share about Jesus Christ. They join us on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.If you’re anxious or fearful about the coronavirus, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.Here are more resources for facing COVID-19: https://lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resources/Keep up with how the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team is helping people in need: https://www.facebook.com/rrtchaplains/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.net/Music in this episode:Newsboys – Presence (My Heart’s Desire) @ 0:38Newsboys – Greatness of Our God @ 15:42Newsboys – Fearless @ 19:37GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

Former Model Finds Real Happiness and Peace Apr 15, 2020

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My whole image and my whole self-esteem and my identity was wrapped up in modeling. … [But] it’s really empty and it’s really not even reality.”Nicole Weider had accomplished a lot by her early twenties. She was a successful swimsuit model, appearing in magazines and a Victoria’s Secret commercial. But Nicole felt empty on the inside until she returned to her faith in Jesus Christ.After giving up her modeling career, Nicole became an actress and producer of faith-based projects. She also helps younger women find their identity and purpose in their relationship with God. These days, part of her work is geared towards helping women deal with physical and emotional issues related to COVID-19. Nicole shares all about it on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.If you’re anxious or fearful about the coronavirus, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.Here are more resources for facing COVID-19: https://lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resources/Check out how Nicole’s ministry, Project Inspired, is helping young women deal with the effects of the coronavirus: https://www.projectinspired.com/dozens-of-resources-to-help-you-get-through-the-coronavirus-pandemic/This episode of GPS: God. People. Stories. features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “False Expectations of Youth.” Listen to the full message: https://billygraham.org/audio/false-expectations-of-youth/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.net/Music in this episode:Sanctus Real – Changed @ 00:31Sanctus Real – Lazarus @ 10:32Sanctus Real – Confidence @ 15:29GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

A Hopeful Easter Story: How God Redeemed This Man’s Traumatic Childhood Apr 08, 2020

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God’s love changed Victor Marx from the inside out after a horrific childhood left him angry and broken. Now, Victor works to save other people from traumatic situations, including a Muslim who accepted Jesus as his savior on Easter.Victor Marx’s life shows that there is hope for anyone, in any situation, to find peace and freedom in Jesus Christ. And that’s the message of Easter: that there is hope for you because Jesus is alive. As the world continues to deal with the effects of coronavirus, we pray this story will bring that truth to light.If anxiety about COVID-19 is weighing you down, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.Prepare your heart for Easter at home with these free resources: https://lp.billygraham.org/easter-resources/?utm_source=redirect&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=easter+in+your+home&SOURCE=BR204YERX&dr=easterinyourhome.orgFind out more about Franklin Graham’s Easter Sunday message on the Fox News Channel: https://lp.billygraham.org/franklin-graham-easter-service/#More resources for facing COVID-19: https://lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resources/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.net/More about Victor’s story and ministry: https://victormarx.com/Music in this episode:John Tibbs – Love Stand Stall @ 13:04 and 13:53John Tibbs – Burn @ 17:34GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

‘It’s Not About the Circumstances; It’s About the Savior’: A Story of Loss and Faith Apr 01, 2020

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As the world grapples with the coronavirus crisis, Becky Nordquist’s story can encourage anyone who’s ever asked the question, “Why, God?”She was abused by church members, abandoned by her husband, and devastated by pregnancy loss and a stillborn baby. Becky could have let her suffering define her life and destroy her faith. Instead, she has discovered a deep intimacy with Jesus that she wouldn’t trade for anything.Listen as Becky explains that, “We can walk forward in confidence, knowing the Almighty God is already on the other side of our crisis, regardless if that crisis is a pandemic or you just had the rug of your life ripped out from underneath you.”If anxiety over the coronavirus is weighing you down, we would love to pray with you. Call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.More resources for facing COVID-19: https://lp.billygraham.org/coronavirus-spiritual-resources/This episode of GPS: God. People. Stories. features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “The Successful Family.” Listen to the full message: https://billygraham.org/audio/the-successful-family/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BillyGrahamRadio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.net/Learn more about Becky and her music: https://www.beckynordquist.com/Music in this episode:Laura Story – Bless The Lord @ 0:39Laura Story – I Can Just Be Me @ 20:06Laura Story – God of Every Story @ 24:52GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

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