Christmas at the Library, That’s a Wrap

With our feet firmly planted into 2012, we thought we’d take the time to give you a short recap of Christmas at the Library 2011. We had such a blessed time throughout the month of December, meeting many of you and your families. (*If you weren’t able to make it, we look forward to meeting …

 

Billy Graham’s Prayer for the New Year

This prayer from Billy Graham, written for “The Saturday Evening Post” in 2008, is just as relevant now as we enter 2012 as it was then…Our Father and our God, as we stand at the beginning of this new year we confess our need of Your presence and Your guidance as we face the future.

 

Time To Run

These are items which are not displayed in our permanent exhibit but are offered here for online viewing. The past few months we have been featuring memorabilia from World Wide Pictures, a film production and distribution company of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association established in 1951. This month we’re featuring Time to Run. This film …

 

New Year’s Resolutions, Graham Style

As the start of a new year approaches, if you are like most people, you will probably spend some time evaluating your life and making resolutions. To give you some inspiration, here are some words from Billy and Ruth Graham. “Make it your goal to build strong foundations for your life — foundations constructed from …

 

Don’t Miss Christmas!

A Christmas message from Billy Graham: This Christmas I want to tell you about a man who was so caught up in his own problems that he missed the opportunity to be part of one of the greatest events of all times. This man actually missed Christmas altogether. The Bible doesn’t tell us the name …

 

Inspiring Words from Ruth Bell Graham

In December 1965, Decision shared something written by Ruth Bell Graham.  Her message is timeless so we’d like to share it again with you now. “This, Too, Shall I Give” “Let me offer for our consideration a revised shopping list – This Christmas I am giving my parents more loving appreciation for the years of …

 

An Engaging Experience

Christmas at the Library (which is in its last week!) is more than a fun, holiday activity for the family. For some, it’s the perfect opportunity to pop the question! Here are a few stories from this year’s Christmas at the Library festivities. We wish a lifetime of happiness to these beautiful couples. If you …

 

Billy Graham on Christmas

“Christmas is the most thrilling season of the year. As I look back over the years, memories of many Christmases flood my mind. Christmas cards that Ruth and I read and reread, the smell of pine drifting through the house, the fireplace crackling – all of these things turn our thoughts to those we love. …

 

Did You Know?

We are about midway through our fourth year of Christmas at the Library. If you’ve had the chance to visit during this special season, you know the feeling of peace that comes to you as you enter the grounds, experience the magic of a tranquil carriage ride through the lights, or see the wonder in …

 

Christmas Gift Ideas at Ruth’s Attic

Still looking for the perfect gift? Ruth’s Attic Bookstore, right inside the Library, has some great ideas for everyone on your list. Right now, there is a wonderfully festive selection of Christmas items; bowls, platters, wall hangings, and even the cutest little salt and pepper shakers! (Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, …