The Billy Graham Story: Revised and Updated Edition of To All the Nations

by John Charles Pollock

An updated account of the inspiring and influential life of Dr. Billy GrahamWhen the hijacked planes slammed into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001, President Bush immediately proclaimed a National Day of Prayer and Remembrance. For the interfaith, interdenominational service at the Washington National Cathedral he chose Billy Graham to give the address. At that terrible hour no other clergyman, whatever his office, could so aptly bring the Word of God to America―and a watching world.At eighty-four, Billy Graham remains one of the most respected people in the world today. He has addressed over eighty-two million people face to face and at least one billion people through television, radio, and satellite. Yet he is far more than an evangelist of integrity and vision; he is a Christian statesman whose profound influence on the growth and depth of Christianity across the world cannot be overestimated. This official biography of Dr. Graham is based on his private files, correspondence, and interviews, as well as the author’s widespread research.• Written by John Pollock, Dr. Graham’s official biographer• Parts one and two (1918 to 1978), based on Pollock’s authorized biographies, have been abridged and contain new material• Part three (1978 to 1983) deals at length with Dr. Graham’s controversial visit to Moscow, which can now be seen as a factor in the fall of communism• Part four (1984 to 2003) updates the story to recent events, including the horrors of September 11 and the honorary knighthood Dr. Graham received from the Queen of England in December 2001• 8-page section of black-and-white photos new to this book

Genres: Biography, Christian, Christian Non Fiction, Religion, Nonfiction

336 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1966

About the author

The late John Pollock, an award-winning biographer, had a flair for telling a dramatic story. He used this talent to write many biographies including ones on D. L. Moody and Major General Sir Henry Havelock.

Reviews

[Gerald Thomson · Rating 1 out of 5]

An unfortunate biography of a fascinating life. Pollock slogs along with details about the numbers at the various crusades in Graham’s life. Though this was his work and calling, there has to be more to this life than what is presented. Certainly not a critical analysis of the man. I love biographies, but this one is certainly lacking.

[richard · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first few chapters were brilliant, a great look at the man himself and how his faith worked out behind closed doors. However the rest of this large book was dedicated to the crusades and therefore didn't necessarily relate directly to the man himself but rather what was happening at these events and issues that arise. For a biography I was a little disappointed not to know more about this wonderful man of God, who was such a godly man. Perhaps another biography might be better to learn about the man himself. If you want to know the ins and outs of the crusades then this is the book for you.

[Melissa Brandt · Rating 4 out of 5]

All you ever wanted to know about Billy Graham's ministry and the names of the people involved.

This was a long read for me, but I gave it 4 stars because it was inspiring.

This leans toward a reference book, in my opinion. Most of the book was silent about his personal life. Lots of statistics.

Five stars if you read the first and last 50 pages or so. This man was anointed, and his ministry lives on.

[Ivy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed getting to “know” Billy Graham better through this book, but the second half was hard to get through, with laborious details of his many crusades. However, there were just enough personal accounts to keep me reading (and sometimes skimming) to the end. There has got to be a better biography of such a great man.

[Orion Maple · Rating 4 out of 5]

Billy Graham did so much.

Billy Graham had a ministry where he did so much and he ministered for so long. Can't believe how old he is. The lord preserved him.

[Cindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow! This man bathed everything in prayer and I watched TV today and learned he is 99years old and although he is limited by his age and aliments.....still praising the Lord. What a ministry!

[Brandon · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great man and a great story of how God can use someone for such amazing results!

[J Richard Katch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspirational

A wonderful book that moves the heart and mind and stirs the soul. I found myself reevaluating my life and my faith.

[Jeff · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read the 1969 version of this book. The first half or so of the book had a good mix of personal stories and crusade details. The details of the ministry through the 1960s caused the book to bog down a bit for the last half. Not sure if Pollock works for the BGEA in some capacity, but that can happen when an organizational historian is given the task of writing a biography. I would be interested in reading later editions. Billy Graham is a tremendous role model for ministry and this book shows why.

[Mark Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Billy Graham was a man of great faith to be sure, and we all would be wise to emulate him. But in reading this I had to remember that Billy Graham was not the one to be glorified but the one doing the glorifying - for God. A great introduction to a great man of God.

[Rutendo]

Went half way coz I had to return to the library, but the half I read was worth-it. It is amazing how God works in people's lives. Glory unto God always.

[Cws]

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[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very easy to read biography of the life of Billy Graham. Well organized.

[F · Rating 3 out of 5]

Somewhat glosses over Graham's unscriptural practices and demonizes the friends that tried to help him see the error of his ways. Otherwise a decent biography.

[Tim Duff · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short history of Billy Graham's ministry. Quite informative of the years 1949 - 1984.

[Cody · Rating 4 out of 5]

A superb overview of the early life and ministry of Billy Graham (up to the mid-1960s). Pollock's account is a sympathetic one, but not uncritical or overly enthusiastic.

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Pollock, John

[Kimberly Patton]

Skimmed through the whole book to get a better idea of who Billy Graham was and what he accomplished. I am grateful for his humble ministry that touched millions of lives and I am proud to have lived during his lifetime.