As we approach the holidays, many people traditionally take time to give back by serving. Giving of our time, talents, and resources is a great way to be the hands and feet of Jesus as we demonstrate the love of Christ in a real and tangible way. Billy Graham often spoke about the importance of serving others. Read his words:

• “The Bible teaches that we have a Christian duty to help our neighbors in their time of need. We are called by God to bring the water of life for both soul and body. God created them both, and His purpose is to redeem them both.” from Billy Graham: God’s Ambassador

• “May our gratitude find expression in our prayers and our service for others, and in our commitment to live wholly for Christ.” from Wisdom for Each Day by Billy Graham

• “God wants to use you right where you are. Every day you probably come in contact with people who will never enter a church, or talk with a pastor, or open a Bible—and God wants to use you to point them to Christ. You may be the ‘bridge’ God would use to bring them to Himself.” from Wisdom for Each Day by Billy Graham

• “If we are going to touch the people in our communities, we too must know their sorrows, feel for them in their temptations, stand with them in their heartbreaks.” from World Aflame by Billy Graham

• “Thinking of and serving with others can be an antidote to negative and unhealthy introspection.” from The Billy Graham Christian Worker’s Handbook

• “God never calls a person [into His service] without equipping him.” from Billy Graham Talks to Teen-agers

Are you looking for ways to use your God-given talents to serve others through ministry? The Billy Graham Library and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association have numerous opportunities to serve in North Carolina and from your own home. Learn more at https://billygraham.org/volunteer.

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