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My wife is always getting after me because she says I work too much. I do put in 12 hours or so a day...What should i do?
Billy Graham writes, "I hope you will think carefully about what you're doing—and why. ... The most important thing you have to give your wife and children is your love."

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How do you manage to get everything done?
Billy Graham writes, "God has given me some wonderful people at various stages of my ministry to help me ... My greatest help through the years has been my wife, Ruth."

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As a Christian police officer, I'm discouraged by seeing all the repeat offenders.
Billy Graham writes, "We seldom know the full impact we have on others—but God does, and He works in ways we will never understand this side of eternity."

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As a social worker, I often deal with people's worst problems. How can I keep it from getting me down?
Billy Graham writes, "Believe that God has called you to this position. You aren't there by accident; God put you there for a purpose."

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I'm retiring in a few months, and I'm afraid I'm going to be bored. What can I do?
Billy Graham writes, "A friend of mine says he learned to think of his retirement not as the end of his career, but as a change of careers."

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Why does God seem to bless some people even when they don't have anything to do with Him?
Billy Graham writes, "A person may be very successful in the eyes of the world and yet be a failure in God's eyes."

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If religion doesn't make a difference in a person's life, what good is it?
Billy Graham writes, "You may be surprised to discover that the Bible agrees with you; if someone is a real Christian, it should make a difference in the way he or she lives."

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My co-workers laugh at me because I'm a committed Christian and have high moral standards. How should I react?
Billy Graham writes, "Ask God to give you love and wisdom as you interact with those around you. Do they see Christ in you?"

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The laziest person in our office is also the one who talks the most about being a devout Christian. Isn't she wrong to be so lazy?
Billy Graham writes, "Yes, of course it's wrong for her to be lazy. It would be wrong even if she weren't a Christian, because someone who fails to do his or her job is actually stealing from their employer (by taking money for work they didn't really do)."

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I've been unemployed for over a year, and I've given up even looking for a job. How can I get out of this pit?
Billy Graham writes, "Unemployment often not only affects people economically, but also emotionally and spiritually. ... The most important thing I can tell you is that God knows your situation and He cares for you and has a plan for your future."

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I'm always getting into trouble because of my temper. I've even lost two jobs because of it. Is there anything I can do?
Billy Graham writes, "Yes, there is something you can do about your temper—and that is to yield it (and your whole life) to God."

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I'm facing a major decision in my career right now, but to be honest I'm not sure if God cares which choice I make.
Billy Graham writes, "God knows all about our lives—past, present and future. And yes, He does have a plan for us, and He does care about the decisions we make."

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I moved because I thought I could get a good job and meet lots of new people, but it isn't working out.
Billy Graham writes, "God loves His children, and He wants to help us and guide us. Make this decision a matter of constant prayer."

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I got fired last week because I refused to do something illegal. What good did it do me to stand up for my Christian principles?
Billy Graham writes, "Let me reverse your last question: What good would it have done you to compromise your Christian principles and do something illegal?"

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My wife and I have been going through some hard times, but our families won't help us.
Billy Graham writes, "Even if they aren't able to help, they should at least show concern—especially if they claim to be Christians."

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My husband doesn't think there's anything wrong with stealing small things from his employer.
Billy Graham writes, "When we allow dishonesty to creep into our lives, and we tolerate a lack of integrity in our character, it often is because we are ignoring God and His will."

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I almost got killed in an accident at work several months ago, and I've been wondering what it all means.
Billy Graham writes, "It wasn't "luck" that saved you—it was God. You might not think about Him very much—but you are constantly in His thoughts."

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My business partner, who stole a lot of money from our company, says I should drop the charges because Christians should forgive.
Billy Graham writes, "Forgiving someone doesn't necessarily mean we approve of what they did or act as if it didn't happen."

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I left home for a job after graduating from college, and I've never felt so lonely. Should I just give up and move back?
Billy Graham writes, "The most important advice I can give you is to urge you to seek God's will for your future."

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I was looking forward to retirement, but now that it's here I'm not satisfied. Why?
Billy Graham writes, "Today our nation celebrates Labor Day, and it's good for us ... to think about what the Bible says about work. This will help answer your question."