Lecture Notes: Reverend Franklin Graham Interview

Introduction

• Speaker: Reverend Franklin Graham
• Focus on Samaritan’s Purse and evangelical mission
• Interacted with six U.S. Presidents
• Legacy of his father, Reverend Billy Graham

Reverend Billy Graham's Impact

• Preached to more people in live audiences than anyone in history
• Inspired many, including J.D. Vance

Franklin Graham’s Spiritual Journey

• Former rebellious life, eventual religious conversion
• Parent’s influence and pivotal conversation with his father
• Emphasizes that everyone is flawed but can find redemption

Views on Donald Trump

• Has prayed and written to Donald Trump
• Believes Trump's near-death experience will have an impact
• Acknowledges Trump’s flaws and regrets but emphasizes policies
• Policies credited for benefiting the poor by lowering gas and food prices

Perspective on Abortion

• Firm belief in protecting life, views abortion as murder
• Recognizes Trump’s position and compromise on the issue
• Credits Trump for defeating Roe v. Wade

Remarks for the Republican National Convention

• Aims to highlight Trump's accomplishments
• Committed to praying for Trump’s safety and success
• Supportive of Trump’s Vice Presidential pick, J.D. Vance

National Unity and Dangerous Rhetoric

• Reflects on national unity post-assassination attempt
• Concerned about rhetoric from both Biden and Trump
• Believes America needs a tone of unity

Views on the Capitol Insurrection

• Concerned by the events but understands the frustration over election integrity
• Still believes many people feel their votes were stolen

Thoughts on President Joe Biden

• Advocates praying for all leaders regardless of political affiliation
• Sympathizes with Biden’s struggles and betrayal by his staff
• Trusts in God’s plan and authority over political leaders

Closing Thoughts

• Importance of faith and prayer for all leaders
• Appreciation for time and platform to speak