Biography - Billy Graham: A Personal Crusade

Billy Graham rose from humble beginnings in rural North Carolina to become one of the worlds most famous evangelists. Born in 1918, Graham grew up on his familys farm. During the Great Depression of the 1930s, his strict Presbyterian parents grew more religious. Graham attended church meetings with them out of duty, but one night a particularly fiery Baptist preacher ignited his faith. At age 15, he committed his life to Christ. Graham received his first chance to preach while still a student at the Florida Bible Institute. He delivered his sermon in such rapid fire, it was over in just eight minutes. But with study and practice, Graham perfected his style and launched an impressive career. During his lifetime, Graham has preached directly to more than two hundred million people in almost two hundred countries and has reached millions more through radio, television, movies, and books.… (more)