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Billy Graham Was the World’s Best-Known Evangelist—Loved and Admired by Millions. But Very Few Knew Him Personally.

Pastor and bestselling author Greg Laurie was one of those fortunate few, blessed with an insider’s view of Billy Graham’s world for more than two decades.

With the same painstaking research and eye for detail that distinguishes his previous biographies, Steve McQueen: Salvation of an American Icon and Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon, Laurie now turns to the life of his beloved mentor, offering the intimate perspective of a disciple and friend.

As a strapping North Carolina farm boy, Graham surrendered his life to Jesus at a camp meeting led by a blustery itinerant preacher, but he never lost the mischievous twinkle in his eye or his fun-loving air.

Laurie sheds light on Graham’s lesser-known struggles—such as a broken heart before he met the love of his life and a crisis of faith from which he emerged stronger than ever. From the evangelist’s private challenges and public successes to his disappointments and joys, Billy Graham: The Man I Knew provides a vivid portrait of one of history’s most remarkable Christian lives.
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Greg Laurie, the senior pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship in Riverside, California, one of the largest churches in America, has written more than seventy books. Featured on the syndicated radio program A New Beginning and on a weekly television show on the Trinity Broadcasting Network, he serves on the board of directors of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. He and his wife, Cathe, are the parents of two and grandparents of five.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Salem Books (April 13, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 424 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1684510597
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1684510597
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​​Greg Laurie is the senior pastor of Harvest Christian Fellowship with campuses in California and Hawaii. He began his pastoral ministry at the age of 19 by leading a Bible study of 30 people.

Since then, God has transformed that small group into a church of some 15,000 people. Today, Harvest is one of the largest churches in America, and consistently ranks among the most influential churches in the country.

In 1990, Laurie began holding large-scale public evangelistic events called Harvest Crusades & Harvest America. Since that time, over 10 million people have participated in these events in person or online around the United States. More importantly, over 600,000 people have made professions of faith through these outreaches.

In 2020 and in partnership with Kingdom Story Company, Laurie premiered his first-ever cinematic crusade film, A Rush of Hope, viewed by over 2 million people in its opening weekend.

Laurie is the featured speaker of the nationally syndicated radio program, A New Beginning, which is broadcast on more than 1,200 daily radio outlets around the world.

Laurie’s weekly television program, Harvest + Greg Laurie, is carried on major TV networks such as Lifetime, Fox Business, Newsmax, Daystar, KCAL 9 Los Angeles, and the Trinity Broadcasting Network.

Along with his work at Harvest Ministries, Laurie served as the Honorary Chairman of the National Day of Prayer and also serves on the board of directors of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. He holds honorary doctorates from Biola University and Azusa Pacific University.

Laurie has authored over 70 books including Lennon, Dylan, Alice, & Jesus, Billy Graham: The Man I Knew, Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon, Jesus Revolution, and Steve McQueen: The Salvation of an American Icon.

Greg's favorite writing project is his work as general editor of the New Believer's Bible with Tyndale Publishers. This Bible is designed to introduce people to the wonderful story of Scripture in easy-to-understand language and with notes to explain the Bible's core teachings. The New Believer's Bible won the prestigious ECPA Diamond Award for over 10 million copies sold.

Laurie has also released several films, including Lost Boy: The Next Chapter, Hope for Hurting Hearts, Steve McQueen: American Icon, the cinematic crusade A Rush of Hope, and Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon. In February 2023, Kingdom Story Company and Lionsgate released Jesus Revolution, which is the story of Greg and Cathe’s life and the Jesus Movement of the 1960s and ’70s. It stars Kelsey Grammer and Jonathan Roumie and is based on Greg’s book of the same title.

You can follow Greg's preaching, teaching, and writing at his website https://harvest.org

Greg has been married to Cathe Laurie for more than 49 years, and they have two sons: Christopher and Jonathan. Greg and Cathe also have five grandchildren.

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Pastor Greg Laurie has been on the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Board for years. Also, across decades, Pastor Laurie spent time with Billy Graham in multiple settings. He takes this experience and builds it into BILLY GRAHAM: THE MAN I KNEW. The result is a well-written and insightful biography about Billy Graham from his early years through his final years.One of the key characteristics of Billy Graham which Laurie captured in the introduction and carries throughout the entire book: “But ne never acted like a star. In fact, when you were with Billy, you got the star treatment from him. He always turned the conversation to you and genuinely listened to what you said. Why in the world would he care about me? But he did. He wanted to know about me.” (Page xv). I found the same experience when I met Mr. Graham many years ago.BILLY GRAHAM: THE MAN I KNEW is worthwhile reading and highly recommended.W. Terry Whalin is an editor and the author of more than 60 books including Billy Graham: A Biography of America's Greatest Evangelist
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Joel
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring And A Kick In The Pants
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2023
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Well written and entertaining, it will cause you to shed a few tears and laugh joyfully. A clear look into the life of a great evangelist, his struggles and successes. It will give you a greater appreciation for those who do the work of God against all odds. You will realize the obvious, all great leaders had to work hard and sacrifice to arrive at the top of their game. And once there, it takes hard work, determination and commitment, as well as, a great support team to stay there.

There is something here for all of us to learn and cherish. If you honestly read this book with an open mind and hart, God will definitely touch your life and encourage you to do more. For some it will be the kick in the pants to get off your laurels and do more with your life for Christ, and stop complaining about things of no eternal value.. Stay the course.

If after reading this book you are not first, motivated to form a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ, and secondly, developed a real desire to share the good news of what Christ has done, then your blood must run cold and I would suggest you reread this book with an open mind and open heart.

I have had the privilege to attend one of Billy Graham’s Crusades, his last one in Southern California. At that same crusade I had the privilege to say hi to pastor Greg in person. After reading this book, I am truly grateful to have had the privilege to do both.

This is by far the best book I have read in my life!
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Julie
5.0 out of 5 stars Dad loved it
Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2022
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My dad was the Senior Pastor of a church of several thousand in Los Gatos, California, and had opportunity to meet Mr. Graham and be on the platform with him at a crusade in San Jose, 40+ years ago. From the brief encounter, he was so drawn to Mr. Graham, so warmly greeted. He read many books about Billy Graham and his life and ministry. At 90 years of age now, I did not know if my father would like another book this many years later. He said this is the best book he’s read about Billy Graham, his life, his ministry, the man he remembers, very much enjoyed and recommends this book.
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Ricky M
5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST READ.
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2021
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I grew up seeing the Billy Graham Crusades on TV. Always felt that he was very sincere and I really respected his teaching.

Reading Greg Laurie's book proved that my young impressions were correct but did not come near the depths of the MAN, Billy Graham. This book was well written and gives us a view of the man we trusted, respected and loved. His life belonged to his Lord. And he unashamedly shared the gospel in his simple and endearing way. No matter your social, political or national standing, in Billy Graham's eyes we all needed Jesus. And Jesus was the world's answer.

Thank you Greg Laurie for giving us the intimate portrait of the Man you Knew. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
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Dee Dee
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good read!
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2021
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I have learned many things about Billy Graham that I didn't know. It's great getting to know him and his life, why he believed the way he did, the trials as he began his ministry for the Lord and throughout his life. I was amazed at the prayers that went up for "someone" to take the word of the Lord to not just North Carolina but around the world...and they were spoken right on the edge of the Graham family farm, long before Billy even gave his life to Jesus! So glad I got this wonderful insight into a dedicated, God-fearing, people-loving man!
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Melissa from Cali
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2023
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A great read into the life of Billy Graham and the amazing, tireless, dedicated servant of God that he was.
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Ted Ziegenbusch
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Book Ever Written About Billy Graham
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2021
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This has to be on of the five best biographies that I have ever read. And, I have read hundreds. A deep and meaningful look at the life of a legendary man. Over the years, I picked up many books about Billy Graham, but never seemed to finish any of them. This book is different and such a wonderful read. I had such a good feeling when I finished the book, knowing that Billy was truly chosen and led by God. Thank you Pastor Greg Laurie.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing adventure of a lifetime
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2021
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The audible version is great, you can listen as you drive. I really like the detail of Pastor Graham's life. The detail can get rather too long and detailed in places, but that is just my opinion. He was a man just like the next person, but had the calling of God on his life. Like all of us have the same opportunity to seek God for our path. It is an amazing adventure - our lives.
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Jenn Plumb
5.0 out of 5 stars I would give it 20 stars if I could
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2021
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Such an in depth story of the amazing things Billy Graham has done in his life. It’s filled with joy and hope and love. It even talks about doubt and regrets. It is so incredible to read about all of the different people he brought to Christ, all of the people he was in contact with, all of the places he traveled and the things that he did and yet stayed a humble man of God his entire life. Truly truly inspirational.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great insider view!
Reviewed in Canada on August 13, 2022
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I like the "down-to-earth" style of writing and the fact that the writer is writing from first-hand experience.
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