Billy Graham’s 9/11 Message from the Washington National Cathedral

Billy Graham spoke powerfully on hope, faith and the love of Christ when he addressed the nation from Washington, D.C., after the 9/11 attacks.
"My prayer today is that we will feel the loving arms of God wrapped around us and that as we trust in Him we will know in our hearts that He will never forsake us.”

[@toreibjo]

This is the most important part of this message: "God has told us, in His word time after time, that we have to repent of our sins, and return to Him, and He will bless us in a new way."

[@channelingusllcix3512]

@@elizabethmccarry5256 what bothers me is he said '''many of them (in the towers) are in heaven right now'' you mean not all? some went from the towers to hell? That's not very encouraging

[@susanheller2328]

I do not think Rev.Graham actually meant that Sr.Elizabeth...He probably meant there could have been atheists, Satan worshippers or non-believers who wouldn’t want to be in Heaven! Unless a person believes in John 3:16 and accepts Jesus in their heart are going to Heaven. But at that last moment, maybe many prayed to God. We do not know nor should know.

[@denise726]

@@channelingusllcix3512 Forgive this response being 2 yrs later but perhaps it may come at a time people need to hear and understand...Rev. Graham meant exactly what he said. There is one way and one way only into the Kingdom of God and that is through Jesus Christ. Sadly and it's very sad.. there were most likely many who did not make it to heaven. God has given us warnings and blessings and His son! Those who do not accept and follow Christ will condemn themselves. God sent the way, the truth and the life..Jesus Christ.

[@channelingusllcix3512]

@@denise726 so they went from jumping from the towers to burning in hell for how long? Even ISIS didn't torture people for eons but God will? I'm almost thinking Isis is more merciful than God

[@cairoinc]

The circumstances behind this message by Billy Graham are amazing. The FAA had banned all civilian aviation in the United States after the attacks on 9/11. When they put together the service at the National Cathedral, they asked Billy Graham to speak. He readily agreed. However, they had the problem of how to get him to Washington, DC to speak at the Cathedral. On the day of this service, September 13, 2001, the aircraft that flew Billy Graham to Washington was the only aircraft in the skies over the US. America's Pastor!

[@patriciabarkley735]

cairoinc , God bless Billy Graham and God bless America! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🇱🇷🇱🇷🇱🇷

[@blessedmslady7016]

Hallelujah🙏 Kimberly SUZETTE YOUNG. AMEN🙏

[@marcusblackwell2372]

That sounds too convenient to be a coincidence

[@angloaust1575]

He couldnt prevent it not being God So next best thing!

[@bradr2142]

My world is missing this guy. Thank you Billy for bringing a calmness to America when it was needed most.

[@victorsamsung2921]

Great speech! Especially the part of citing the poem: "how firm a foundation" at the end.

[@amandabrieno3487]

I pray that I will serve the Lord all the days of my life

[@tabithamugisha6031]

AMEN

[@markprey1278]

I need to change my ways and follow God but at times feel I'm too late is it to late for me?

[@use-16b-23z]

Mark Prey Mark of cause not to late, Jesus said:” whoever comes to me I will never drive away” Jesus loves you so much, He’s waiting for you, no matter you’re 10 years old, 20, 50 or 100 years old. I became Christian when I was 15 years old, now I’m 60, no one second I regret that I follow my dear Jesus, I can’t imagine life with out Him. I’m very happy in Jesus, so Mark I wishing you same happiness. Sorry for my writing, English is my second language. Mark God bless you, I will pray for you 🙏🙏🙏

[@jessicaarlinekirby2648]

@@markprey1278 No, never too late, better late than later! No one starts out excellent- how you end is what defines you. Start a new way every day! Good better best, we will get great again! Keeping it great is the heartbeat of Jesus!! Take his gift of eternity, it’s freedoms! Paid in full! Jesus loves you and SOo do I ! Call that prayer line- people standing by to help you start your engine, or saddle up your donkey- Jesus has the way if you have the WILL - if you love him keep his rules, direction & instruction with order and decency- He brought you to the cross, HE will see you through the finishing line!!!!! Bless you!

[@bethanysloan6334]

@@markprey1278 I hope you are following Christ and know you are not too late! God bless!

[@marter2006]

Well done good and faithful servant, Mr. Billy Graham!! ❤️

[@douglasmayhew2487]

I have always admired Billy Graham on how he was able to preach the gospel

[@josenildo_jco]

I am from, Brazil, Amazon city, I have been blessed so much watching his message about Jesus. Thanks God. Amem.

[@roseandbench]

Thank you Jesus for sending your message through one of your Saints.

[@blessedmslady7016]

AMEN🙏

[@kylargraf6762]

In a time of worldwide pandemic this message is still so powerful. Thank you Billy Graham, for everything. I am so thankful that we will meet in Heaven one day.

[@Sasha1939]

I remember watching this on the day of his sermon. This country has been blessed to have Billy as long as we did. I miss his sermons so much. Saw him just once in Seattle - and it was the last time he ever spoke here. I hope Billy is not uncomfortable from a body that has served him well for 96 years. God Bless you, Billy Graham.

[@davidlango1850]

Sasha1939 your comment is a beautiful eulogy now that his soul has been gathered!

[@jezzaw.6355]

Just hearing your voice gives me peace since I was a child thank you for everything RIP faithful of Jesus Christ you are loved always

[@1satisfiedmind]

Thank you Billy, for always sharing the word. Well done good and faithful servant. Rest in Peace.

[@nursemakedirjemal9201]

God bless Doctor BIlly Graham His family and all American people

[@AGTsakumis]

Truly, this man was born to preach Christ's Love and Forgiveness. Rev. Graham knew the light, the same one he challenged us to embrace. I, too, am a Lion of Judah.

[@danstrickland6607]

Thank you Jesus for Billy Graham

[@jackel54130]

It's amazing how tragedy can open doors to share the Gospel like this.

[@mobilegentecnologiasybioin6151]

Thank you Rev. Billy. The Word is useful then, now and forever.

[@michaeldoyle6702]

Billy Graham, an American icon for good reason. Goodness surrounds him.

[@paulsimpson307]

How can anyone dislikes this sermon of piece, and thanking God for His presence during this hour of needed. God bless Billy Graham now in residence with His creator. God continue bless America.

[@bobbydowns5506]

RIP Brother Graham.

[@susanwalton852]

This is a moving message.I thank GOD for giving us Billy Graham at this time of sorrow over this tragic attack

[@NanaBeth2254]

As i keep on listening to billy graham's preaching, i came to realized that nothing is more important than serving the Lord. I want to serce the Lord all the days of my life and will live a Christian amd holy life... Thank u Lord...

[@frankbayer3787]

Thank you Billy for all you did

[@ernestdougherty3162]

I remember watching this live and thanking the Lord that he sent his word through one of his Saints rest in peace Billy Graham you are truly missed even though I can picture the smile on your face

[@bonchance9241]

Billy has been Welcomed Home

[@georgeissac7954]

Thank you Lord God Jesus, you blessed Dr. Billy Graham and used him to save many souls round the world for your Kingdom.

[@PeaceFan1]

Thank you Billy ... For Preaching the GOOD NEWS of SALVATION THRU JESUS CHRIST, Our GOD, LORD and SAVIOR!!! SO HAPPY that Billy is NOW, at this very moment, in the Glorious Presence of his SAVIOR, FOREVER!!! xoxoxooo

[@dianer558]

Rest in peace with our Lord .....what he has said that day holds true. It's time for a revival Time to turn to God for guidance, wisdom and strength. He is the way, the truth and the life.

[@prohelikakhare9726]

God please send Billy Graham once again in this corrupted world for us .we badly need him to hear your message .it's unfortunate,that I couldn't hear his preaching in my young age,when I was looking for someone like him, . I found him at my age of seventy.! Still Iam blessed,because, I got to know the Truth and the true meaning of Word of God ,! Thanks to my Lord Jesus ! Amen,

[@liliencalvel6151]

We lost a saint today. Feb. 21 2018.

[@chickenmom2010]

Lilien Calve

[@mikeylind8107]

Lilien Calvel ☹️

[@biochemistryintellect8943]

We didn't lose him. Anything in God's arms just ain't 'LOST'.😇

[@blessedmslady7016]

Kimberly SUZETTE YOUNG AMEN

[@Nameless-pt6oj]

Not a saint, a good man but not a saint. Billy Graham was a sinner like all of us, but he did what was needed to be done. He repented of those sins and trusted in Jesus alone, he gave his life to Christ and became a preacher, and then he was called home on Feb. 21, 2018. God bless!

[@donnafranks-oldpathhome]

Thank you for reminding all to trust God. God blesses us with HIS WORD. I'm thankful especially for all who share. Jesus is coming for His own. Let us all be a good and faithful servant. Thank you for sharing.

[@divinecallministries7]

Dear Lord we thank for the life and work of your faithful servant Reverend Billy Graham; may he Rest In Peace and enjoy eternity in Your Presence. I lift up every person who made a decision for Christ though his ministry and ask you to draw them close; call them back to the Cross; remind them of their commitment, and sanctify and strengthen them spiritually that they would be able to stand in this present darkness. Use them as Salt and Light....I pray this also for any person naming the Name of Christ including myself. In Jesus Name grant it I pray, Amen, and again I say Amen.

[@BarnabasVorreiter]

The Symbol of an Enduring People and Nation ...

[@shellyk200]

I was never more proud of this amazing preacher as i was on this heartbreaking day,he spoke with so much passion about giving ourseleves to the mighty Lord as we never know what day God will call us home,so be ready everyday of this life.Thank you Mr.Rev Billy Graham you were one of the best and i continue to listen to your wonderful messages and try each day to live by the word of God. R.I.P. #1 Preacher.😊❤

[@sabres50_37]

RIP a legend

[@gabiname5535]

let us love him by honoring his memory by doing what he has urged all his life: come to the cross with repentance and faith. I am Romanian but I can say about America ... what a wonderful country thanks to Billy Graham. its impact will never be lost

[@pauliberg3492]

Thankyou Jesus..amidst all the turmoil to hear the truth about the TRUTH..THE WORD OF GOD.. and.. what we as a people should do..

[@mariawright7646]

We need this now

[@lutherhalstensgard5595]

Thank you Lord for giving the world your Son and for giving us Billy Graham to remind us and show us the way.

[@cece8095]

I have never heard this wonderful man’s voice sound like this? Out of all the times I’ve heard him preach, he has never sounded like this. And he’s more frail here, bless his heart. He sacrificed his comfort to comfort these people. It’s making me really tear up 🥹🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@eltonfernandes9331]

God's Words Through Rev.Billy Graham For the Whole World, To Rebuild Our Foundations For Eternal Life. THANK YOU HEAVENLY FATHER. AMEN

[@laveniarraisua5862]

Still listening to this during this COVID-19 pandemic , 2021.

[@amanueltadesseofficial8122]

my beloved Daddy in Christ Jesus Rest In Paradise!! I love you forever!

[@garyroberts9517]

we still listen to this sermon Rev. Graham GAVE to us--helps us stay close to our LORD

[@deborahbrown6289]

Rev. Graham was our National Pastor... He was our pastor who when we had good and bad thing's that happens in our nation.. He brought county together many times... Thank You .

[@nursesteve2004]

I too saw this live as it happened, and was profoundly moved....President Bush made a wise choice by asking Rev Graham to be one of the speakers at the National Day of Prayer after 9/11. RIP Billy Graham.

[@LisaBrown-wy9hi]

The Reverend Dr. Billy Graham, I miss you.

[@davidbriggs3168]

Thank you Billy for a wonderful word, Very well done.

[@bonchance9241]

Billy Graham faithfull servant of GOD notice his words the wicked will be punished their diabolical plans thwarted have no fear Our LORD ALMIGHTY GOD is and will repay

[@brendadogfriend5250]

Bon Chance Amen!!!

[@blessedmslady7016]

Hallelujah. Kimberly SUZETTE YOUNG. AMEN🙏

[@joecarter3840]

Thank God for Billy Graham.

[@javaidjohn1045]

I am really having deep respect for u dearest man of God...

[@msbearpsalm3482]

Thanks Psalm 91

[@donaldhernandez5632]

Please🙏 help me Father I'm a sinner and I'm lost please save me in JESUS name Amen.

[@opendoors2311]

I remember hearing this live on TV, shattered by what happened on 9/11, changed my life. Death put everything in perspective and what was more important in life. I gave my life to preach the gospel since then. If there was evil, i believed that there had to be good. I still believe that. This message of Billy Graham will always be remembered as the most important message. 22 years later we still need this message and prayer for all the world.

[@huellburn9581]

Billy Graham RIP

[@FirstLast-qf1df]

I lived in the United States between the years of 1998 and 2003. I was 6 years old at that time but it still feels like it happened last week.

[@mikenixon2401]

As significant today, September 2021, as it was two decades ago. There still is hope when we change our lives, turn to God and live according to His will.

[@chipramos2066]

This is undoubtedly one of the greatest, most important speeches ever given. To God be the honor and glory!

[@MartinKKyere]

Amen 🙏 Amen

[@karenhargis9824]

I miss you so much. Your words a comforting; we will never forget.

[@ms.bear.9815]

Thanks Psalm 139&34

[@look007456]

thank god,thank Mr billy

[@jongpark]

As this date is recognized around the world as a day we prayed as one nation, one world, one humanity, under one God...Billy Graham, reminds us so eloquently that this was not a day of defeat, but a day of victory!!! Could this have been the message God was trying to show us, let’s hope the sacrifices of the NYC people and families were not lost in vain. Billy past away while I was in prison for dancing in public, it was a very sad for me too. He too had 11 letters in his name like Jesus did.

[@lyn-ky7mv]

God is love thats true but same time He jealous when wedisobey Him,so let trun from our sin and follow Him...so that God will heal our nation again...praise God.

[@pauliberg3492]

aGreat humble preacher with the message that everybody could heart.. Bless God for his words of comfort to all.

[@mollieboldt2696]

REPENT IN OUR HEART, AND RETURN TO GOD HALLELUJAH 💯🙏🙌

[@stuartkenworthy6737]

Unforgettable

[@shapoval91]

I feel like in this times in America we need that even in 2024! We need to join together like we did on 9/11 and not steal, kill or destroy our beautiful country and people but help one another, love one another pray for one another- We need Our America back.

[@matteusferguson4877]

Praise God

[@joshuajosuesoto2697]

Faith in Jesus 🙏

[@colinhunter7786]

God bless billy Graham

[@joannamcpeak7531]

🙏 for me, that I stop feeling upset over people who have hurt me. Just makes it worse

[@amen670]

Powerful message 2011-9-11@ I was at home town Lord thank-you for your grece upon snehatimothy Amen Lord thank-you bilgram message

[@mikemanners1069]

"These people draw near to Me with their mouths and honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me" Isaiah 29:13

[@Jocelyn_Herrick]

Thank you Billy Graham ❤❤❤❤. God loves his country.

[@ericclaeyborn8359]

To the mockers whom claim Graham never spoke about salvation behind closed doors to our presidents... here, he's saying it in front of everyone to hear. Thank you, God... for raising up Billy Graham, to teach salvation, through Jesus Christ ( 7:14 ).

[@karthikthik8001]

Amen

[@inspiredme7030]

Rest in Peace Billy

[@nickmaina4482]

rest in peace servant of God

[@amen670]

Jesus Christ superstar Glory

[@robertharbin1281]

Amen. To that.

[@RickHorejsi]

Exactly what AMERICA NEEDS TODAY A PRAYER AND REMEMBERANCE DAY TO REMIND AMERICANS WHO WE ARE AND TO PULL TOGETHER FOR OUR OWN SAKES , THIS NATION NEEDS GOD'S WILL AND POWER !! WE NEED A SPIRITUAL AWAKENING AMEN AMERICA

[@sheiladraper2682]

God is good!! He loves us! He is with America!! God will judge the evil ones!!

[@russrucker8]

Wow

[@maicharlie3175]

Amen 🌷❤

[@robinluich6626]

Thank you good and faithful servant for all those years of spreading Gods word. We are still listening here in Ohio in 2020. You left behind a beautiful family to continue what you spent your whole life doing. Franklin Graham lead the 2020 prayer march with tens of thousands showing up in DC. It was a stand for God and model ethics,and prayers for Trump.

[@pauliberg3492]

amen..

[@robertharbin1281]

Heaven gained a true hero

[@shandishanza1233]

Word in season 05/04/2020 relevant message for the whole world Including my country SA! Indeed he is our hope and present help in time of trouble. We trust you Jesus 😇

[@stanleymays2710]

GOD can only stop evil !

[@lisabrown335]

Unfortunately we as Americans did not repent of our sins and now we are under Gods judgement! This was our one chance to turn away from our sins and serve God first!

[@deannakelsay9443]

💖

[@barbaralockhart3096]

Rest in Peace,Billy.

[@annacribbs4142]

He fought the gud fight he kept his faith, nw he is gone on those wings of a dove, The sweet cherriot swept dwn & grab him on 2 that heavenly place... The only thing he wants us 2 do is gt rite so we can go c him again 1 day...Rev Billy Graham was tired, he was pld & he was tired, He came & dne his job & finished wat GOD told him 2 do nw it is finished..

[@Calliope0954]

Anna, will we both see him in Heaven? We will both meet up and know who we are - never having met before!! How great is that?!

[@TheKingofKings2272]

Terrorists and sin suck! It makes me feel bad that that day where we can live on earth with no sin isn't today

[@cameronhamilton7439]

At a time like this, with emotions and skepticism running high, not everyone could accept what billy graham said from just any pastor, BUT BILLY GRAHAM HAD TREMENDOUS CREDIBILITY--He was believable and you wanted to believable him...Billy Graham, 🙏 RIP(1918--2018)

[@allysontomkins950]

What a great man of God. Proud to be one of his Chaplains.🥰

[@quinnpeterson2716]

He’s a godly man. However, I wish our first response to this judgement of God on our country wouldn’t have consisted of a polytheistic conference- the Old Testament is full of judgements on Israel for attempting to honor God WITH other gods simultaneously. Did you notice that when they sang the mighty fortress hymn, they skipped the verse that mentions Christ Jesus as Lord? Too scared to offend anyone. I’m sure billy didn’t make that call but it’s just the kind of conference it was. It’s also disappointing that he mentioned people’s anger towards God over this as “understandable” to God. Kind of ridiculous especially considering the fact that we can’t even seem to understand how God could ever be angry at our nation….we would need a 9/11 attack every other day to keep up with the amount of murders we commit everyday against God’s precious babies in abortion clinics alone…praise God that His judgement that Tuesday was so light. He could’ve justly wiped us off the face of the planet a long time ago. I’m late to the party I’m just starting to notice these things now. We need to repent as a nation and proclaim Christ alone as King. God will judge us again.

[@gee74w54]

I remember how how America came together in that time ........ what happened 😢

[@jalan8171]

When so many in a nation turn their backs to the Lord; their backs to his words, love and laws, the Lord God lifts his blessed protection from. It was true 9/11/ 2001 and it is true now. God does not condone Evil; the Lord may yet permit it to remind humanity just how futile life can be without God's blessings. As a reminder to turn back unto him; to repent and get ourselves... everyone of us... to return to how Jesus Christ would have us live. In peace, harmony and love for one another.

[@fundude4566]

My favorite message of his.

[@mirzajustin]

I love so much BG and his preaching. But the greatest need today of America it is not hope, it is repentance and to rediscover the fear of God. Away with pornography, divorces, abortions and a doggy doggy Jesus. To walk again in the fear of God and in responsibility for family and in life...THIS WILL SAVE AMERICA FROM HER SELF and GOD WILL SAVE AND BLESS AMERICA AGAIN! I remember a prophetic word "Come back to Me Israel (America) why you want to perish?"

[@johnadams5435]

Sounds like you described hope

[@mirzajustin]

we need to describe and live repentance. that the only hope of america and of the world today at the end of times.