Brian From, a graduate of Billy Graham’s alma mater, Wheaton College, shares a Christianity Today reflection by historian Grant Wacker on why Billy Graham captured the world’s attention. Wacker opens with a young man from Ghana whose life changed when he heard Graham on the radio, and recalls Graham insisting late in life that “the Lord has done some important things through me.” He points to three factors in Graham’s influence: natural gifts like his presence and good looks; a compelling story of a North Carolina farmer’s son who became a confidant to presidents and preached to 77 million people in person, while keeping a reputation for financial and moral integrity; and above all, a simple, powerful gospel message centered on John 3:16. The piece also acknowledges Graham’s missteps, including his closeness to Richard Nixon and a 1972 Oval Office conversation he later apologized for. Brian reflects on how the message Graham preached continues to change lives.