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==Criticism==
==Criticism==
While many conservative Christians look highly upon Graham because of his evangelism efforts, some Christian evangelicals have also criticized him for promoting a watered-down Christianity. For example, some point out several statements Graham made that deny key Christian doctrines such as faith in Christ alone for salvation. Also, he is a member of the ecumenical movement and has treated Roman Catholics and Jews as spiritual equals (even entrusting them with new believers). On top of that, he has made numerous unbiblical, watered-down statements such as supporting abortion in the case of rape. Also, he is a 33° Mason, which "take[s] sworn oaths to a pagan demonic god."<ref>Johnson, Christopher J. E. (July 17, 2013). [http://www.creationliberty.com/articles/graham.php Wolves in Costume: Billy Graham]. ''creationliberty.com''. Retrieved December 31, 2016.</ref>
While many conservative Christians look highly upon Graham because of his evangelism efforts, some Christian evangelicals have also criticized him for promoting a watered-down Christianity. For example, some point out several statements Graham made that deny key Christian doctrines such as faith in Christ alone for salvation.
Also, Graham is considered (especially by fundamentalists) a member of the ecumenical movement and treated Roman Catholics and Jews as spiritual equals (even entrusting them with new believers).
On top of that, he has reportedly made numerous unbiblical, watered-down statements such as supporting abortion in the case of rape.
Also, he is a 33° Mason, which "take[s] sworn oaths to a pagan demonic god."<ref>Johnson, Christopher J. E. (July 17, 2013). [http://www.creationliberty.com/articles/graham.php Wolves in Costume: Billy Graham]. ''creationliberty.com''. Retrieved December 31, 2016.</ref>
In 2002, tapes emerged showing Graham engaging in anti-Semitic discussions with President Nixon, a rare stain on Graham's legacy. In response, Graham gave a sincere apology and sought forgiveness.
In 2002, tapes emerged showing Graham engaging in anti-Semitic discussions with President Nixon, a rare stain on Graham's legacy. In response, Graham gave a sincere apology and sought forgiveness.
==Later life==
His son [[Franklin Graham|Franklin]] took over his father's role and is now in charge of the day-to-day runnings of the Billy Graham ministry.<ref>http://www.dailyherald.com/suburbanliving/story.asp?id=295087</ref><ref>http://www.billygraham.org/mediaRelations/bios.asp?p=1</ref>
His son [[Franklin Graham|Franklin]] took over his father's role and is now in charge of the day-to-day runnings of the Billy Graham ministry.<ref>http://www.dailyherald.com/suburbanliving/story.asp?id=295087</ref><ref>http://www.billygraham.org/mediaRelations/bios.asp?p=1</ref>
On June 14, 2007, Graham's wife of over 60 years, [[Ruth Graham]] (formerly Ruth Bell), passed away. They had 5 children together and currently have 19 grandchildren. Billy Graham looks forward to seeing her again soon when his work is done and God calls him home.
On June 14, 2007, Graham's wife of over 60 years, [[Ruth Graham]] (formerly Ruth Bell), passed away. They had five children together and 19 grandchildren.
<blockquote>"There would have been no Billy Graham as we know him today had it not been for Ruth" -- T.W. Wilson (longtime friend)</blockquote>
<blockquote>"There would have been no Billy Graham as we know him today had it not been for Ruth" -- T.W. Wilson (longtime friend)</blockquote>