Living by example Billy Graham

True believers are guaranteed eternal life with God in Heaven.

I find it incredible that Billy Graham looked to go home and lived to be a hundred, and many others look to avoid death and live shorter lives.

I am sure that it has a lot to do with obedience and service. God will keep His "anointed" in service for our sake because they are committed for our gain. Billy Graham was like Paul the Apostle.

Philippians 1:20-24

20 According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life, or by death.

21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

22 But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not.

23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better:

24 Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.

I am sure that these verses pounded in Mr. Grahams heart throughout his life but especially when he was nearing the end. What an example of value both to God and man. We should learn from him this precious lessen.

Serve with passion while looking up toward our promised eternal home. Let God decide the length of service.

We may not all have his "calling and election" but we all have "a" calling and election. The difference comes in our willingness to "give up all" to allow God to make the most out of "us" like Mr. Graham. Size of ministry isn't the focus but heart of ministry is the key.

"But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour."

Look to serve while waiting to "go home".

Love

J&E in Tn