Powerful Worship, Emotional Responses Wrap Up Will Graham Event

By   •   April 27, 2015

Two women talking
On Sunday night, April 26, the final night of the Ohio Valley Will Graham Celebration took place. In this photo, taken after Will preached the Gospel and invited people to accept Christ, a counselor looked a young woman in the eyes, wanting her to know God loves her.
Man holding phone
This man decided to video chat a friend to show her what was taking place at the Owensboro Convention Center.
Will Graham preaching
Sunday night, Will was awarded the honorary title of Kentucky Admiral by State Rep. Suzanne Miles. He was previously named a Kentucky Colonel while in Paducah for the Four Rivers Will Graham Celebration in 2007.
Counselor explains the Gospel
Each person who responds to the invitation receives a packet that explains the Gospel. Counselors also gather the person's information so they can get connected with a local church.
Deaf woman and interpreter
A sign language interpreter goes through the Gospel message with two women.
Will Graham and crowd
Will Graham communicates the word "applause" in sign language after noticing deaf attendees who walked forward during the invitation.
Group of young girls praying
Many young people came forward each night.
Young men praying
Preaching out of Matthew 27, Will Graham said the criminal Barabbas in the Bible was released from authorities when a crowd decided Jesus should be crucified instead. Unlike Barabbas, who didn’t argue about being set free, some find it difficult to accept God's mercy. Sunday, however, many swarmed to the front to receive that mercy.
Aaron Shust
Aaron Shust gives a thumbs up to the crowd before starting his first song.
Group praying
Even as the post-concert with Aaron Shust began, people were still praying for one another.
Woman with hand raised
Living a life with Christ might mean giving up certain things, Will Graham said, "but you'll have a lot more fun with Jesus."
Young people worshiping
It was a beautiful sight to see youth deep in worship.
Woman clasping hands
Taking in Will Graham's words as he explains what each new believer gained Sunday night by making a decision to follow Christ.
Group in worship
People sang praises to God at the top of their lungs.
youth praying
Many people came forward in pairs or groups.
Women walking
Some came hand in hand as Will Graham gave the invitation to receive Christ.
Will Graham in Owensboro
Will Graham said he's fallen in love with the people of Owensboro and wants to bring his family back.
Man singing
Worship leaders from across the Ohio Valley gave a spirited performance Sunday.
Youth worshipping and singing
United in worship.