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Filled With Christ

January 1, 2013

. . . Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead.
–Philippians 3:13 (TLB)

As we flick the calendar to a new year, we come face to face with the fact that our days on earth are numbered. As the Psalmist wrote, “Teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” No thoughtful person can approach New Year’s Day without some introspection. We are reminded of the brevity of time. We also look back over our failures, mistakes, and missed opportunities, and vow that we will make better use of our time during the coming year. We should take time to be pleasant, to smile, to extend the small courtesies we often omit—to show love to our family. Psychiatrists tell us that most people are starved for love. Take time for the goodbye kiss; we shall go to work with a sweeter spirit. Let us take time to get acquainted with our families. We are not machines. We are not robots. The secret of a happy home is that members of the family learn to give and receive love. Let us take time to express our love in a thousand ways.

Prayer for the day

As I begin a new year, Lord Jesus, I pray that my walk through the days ahead will be filled with Your love for others, a love that does not count the cost.

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30 Comments

hpie says 1.2.2013, 08:09 a.m.

Thank you lord, please continue to guide us to the right path of our life. In 2013 i will share ur words to others:)

Jerry says 1.1.2013, 9:50 p.m.

May the Grace and Peace of God be with you this New Year,Dr.Graham Love in Christ

Catherine says 1.1.2013, 8:06 p.m.

I have followed you all my life with my mother. You and Franklin have always been an inspiration to me and my home. Praise the Lord God for this work of your lives ! May God always Bless you both !

Gail says 1.1.2013, 2:35 p.m.

I was raised on "Billy Graham"...my grandmother had all the books, tapes, flyers..etc. all over her house and never missed a crusade on TV if she could help it. Now I share her love for God's word and so enjoy the daily devotionals by BGEA!!

Gaston says 1.1.2013, 1:15 p.m.

I pray for all who are in need of God's guidance and blessings of faith may receive in abudance. In receiving this they'll show the Heart of Jesus towards the world(their nabours, also enemies, non-believers). That they will have eyes for the needy.

Annie says 12.30.2012, 08:59 a.m.

PRAYER FOR THE DAY, I agree with You my Father in spirit. God has blessed my life and my loved ones through You, Your Family and Ministry BGEA. WE WISH YOU RV. BILLY GRAHAM, YOUR FAMILY AND BGEA, " HAPPY NEW YEAR, 2013 ". With much LOVE and PRAYERS!

nestor says 1.2.2012, 01:57 a.m.

Very meaningful prayer, and as we face 2012, may we continue to be filled with hope for a glorious future with the Lord and endeavor to offer ourselves daily as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God which is our true spiritual worship.

Pat says 1.1.2012, 11:12 p.m.

When my mom was still alive she never missed any of Billy's broadcast. I watched when I was a kid. I lost my sole mate 9 years ago and I have been lost ever since.

Jewell says 1.1.2012, 7:44 p.m.

I pray God's love on my family and that His Favor be with them daily. I pray that I become more of what He would want me to be. I pray our Nation turns back to God. Those unsaved turn toward Him. I pray that everyone will rely more on His wisdom.

DJ says 1.1.2012, 4:33 p.m.

This daily read and the accompanying comments are fulfilling to me beyond words. Today's message is a good reminder for us all. God Bless Billy and all of you who read and add comments- there is a nugget of wisdom in each!

linda says 1.1.2012, 4:18 p.m.

Happy New Year to you all. Remember always where God guides God provides. When I see the Billy Grahams Ministry on tv I can feel the Holy Spirit tremendously. And I have the courage to go forward in Life's troubles. In the past, now and in the future.

Nana says 1.1.2012, 3:12 p.m.

Amen, another wonderful devotion! Thank you and happy new year BGEA!

Cherie says 1.1.2012, 1:11 p.m.

Learn how to love from the perfect source of Love, God. Be encouraged to continue the pursuit of Love, by getting to know God through all our situations and circumstance. I know I could never be a true source of love apart from God.

Sharon says 1.1.2012, 11:48 a.m.

I am thankful that since I was a child Reverend Graham has spread love. May this be a wonderful year for all.

Geneva says 1.1.2012, 11:11 a.m.

To dive head first into Jesus, I want to be like Yeshua........to be humble, to love, to give, to help, to listen....oh yes listen Lord. Plz give me Your heart for All people........

Karen says 1.1.2012, 09:22 a.m.

I agree Gerry. I'm so grateful for this website, sponsored by the BGEA. It is a blessing of inspiration. I pray to acknowledge the Lord's love and guidance in everything I encounter this year and to be used by Him to help others as well.

Annie says 1.1.2012, 08:28 a.m.

My Master, You said, I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with Mine eye (Psalms 32:8). Teach me LORD, and instruct, my every step, in Your Holy Ways, in Jesus mighty name I pray, Amen!

Annie says 1.1.2012, 08:14 a.m.

For being ever so kind and thoughtful....., A Wonderful Year....., And thank you....., Rev. Billy Graham....., For being....., What you are....., To me....., And all that....., You do....., We give all glory, honor and praise, to Him alone, Amen...!

Gerry says 1.1.2012, 00:18 a.m.

2011 brought some successes and some failures overall its was a good year. I pray that I may be of more use to the Lord in 2012. Happy New Year to the regular participants of this forum you have been a blessing to me with your insightful thoughts.

mick says 12.30.2011, 12:03 a.m.

tho our time is short, it can be used much more effectively to show true Love!

Sheldon says 1.1.2011, 10:41 p.m.

Dear Mr. Graham: Thank you for this timely reminder that Jesus Christ is indeed with us this first day of 2011, and always.

jose says 1.1.2011, 3:27 p.m.

As a christian we should try our best to please God but alot of times we try please man more than God. Remember when we go to church we're there to worship God and not man. Who are you trying to please today?

Johnny says 1.1.2011, 1:51 p.m.

Pass it on BGEA.. Happy New Year 2011 to this organization for Christ and may our Christ/Father continue to bless Billy and the Graham family in the days ahead!1/1/11 - 3 nails 1 Cross=4giveness

umberto mMartins de Almeida says 1.1.2011, 11:39 a.m.

Biligram e grande homem de Deus estou orando por sua vida tem levado a palavra de deus a Milões de pessoas um feliz ano novo (Billy Graham is a great man of God. I am praying for his life as he has taken the word of God to the Milo people. A happy new year.)

Aimee says 1.1.2011, 09:56 a.m.

Oh Lord, just a closer walk with thee.

mhonbemo says 1.1.2011, 07:47 a.m.

Another year had passed and a new year has begun, and beginning the year with the words of the importance of the family is just the right words to begin the year with. I believe God has a greater plan for each one of us, to be an instrument for His glory and to show His love to the people around us. May this year be a year of victory in Christ Jesus! May His name be glorified above all!

Larry says 1.1.2011, 06:42 a.m.

We are one year closer to Paradise.

vaiana says 12.31.2010, 11:57 a.m.

Another secret to a happy family is to forgive endlessly and to strive for excellent with Christ's help. Have a great New Year.

mick says 12.31.2010, 11:14 a.m.

In 2011 plan a plan with the Planner!

Gerry says 12.27.2010, 06:22 a.m.

I could not agree more. Many of us make resolutions for the New Year and most fail to keep them more than a few weeks. My prayer, with God's help is that I will be a more productive servant for him. I only just discovered this wonderful forum in late November 2010 and as I reflect back 2010 has been a positive year of growth. Thank you Lord for all your Love, Patience and Blessings.