Who Is Jesus? 7 Unforgettable Truths from the Historic 1971 Billy Graham Message in Chicago

billy graham
Adobe Stock #562995612

Share

5. Jesus Belongs to the World

Billy Graham reminded his audience that Jesus isn’t a Western invention or a white man’s religion. “The man who helped Jesus carry the cross was a Black man,” he said. Jesus was born in a region where Africa, Asia, and Europe meet. He is not bound by race, class, or nationality. He came for all.

6. The Resurrection Changes Everything

“Jesus Christ Superstar leaves Him in the tomb,” Graham observed, “but the gospel doesn’t.” The resurrection is the heartbeat of Christian faith. “He is not here—He is risen.” Without it, there’s no Christianity, no hope, and no power to change lives. But with it, everything changes.

RELATED: What Billy Graham Told His Son 50 Years Ago

7. Jesus Still Transforms Lives

From former revolutionaries to everyday sinners, countless testimonies echo this truth: Jesus changes everything. Billy Graham didn’t just preach theological truth—he pointed to living proof. “If I had no scientific evidence, I’d still believe in Him because of what He’s done for me.”

Billy Graham — “It’s Your Hour of Decision”

“Billy Graham ended with a call—not to delay, not to ponder endlessly, but to decide. Who is Jesus to you? A liar? A lunatic? Or the Lord?

The choice isn’t just academic. It’s eternal.

You may never have another hour like this.

You can see the entire Billy Graham message here:

Play

Continue reading on the next page

Staff
ChurchLeaders staff contributed to this article.

Read more

Latest Articles