WASHINGTON – On Tuesday, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) addressed the U.S. House of Representatives in celebration of Dr. Billy Graham’s 99th birthday.
Click here for full video of Congressman Pittenger’s speech in honor of Dr. Graham’s 99th Birthday.
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Dr. Billy Graham, a revered national treasure, who today celebrates his 99th birthday.
“The world honors Dr. Graham’s birthday because of a decision he made 83 years ago. On November 1st, 1934, at a Mordecai Ham tent revival in Charlotte, North Carolina, young Billy Graham accepted Jesus as his personal savior and committed his life to telling others about Jesus’ love and forgiveness.
“God used that decision to impact countless lives around the world. While Presidents have sought his counsel over many decades and millions have gone forward to accept Jesus Christ at his meetings, Dr. Graham is remembered most for honoring and following his Lord and Master.
“On a personal note, I first met Dr. Graham back in 1971 when I served as his caddie at the Byron Nelson pro-am, playing with Byron Nelson, Bob Hope and Arnold Palmer. That was a fun time and I have admired his walk with Jesus ever since. Happy Birthday, Dr. Graham. Thank you, and I yield back.”
During the 1970s, Congressman Pittenger worked with Dr. Graham and his team on many occasions while serving as Assistant to Dr. Bill Bright, then-president of Campus Crusade for Christ. After entering the business world, Congressman Pittenger continued to work behind-the-scenes on several of Dr. Graham’s ministry projects and to work with Franklin Graham to support persecuted Christians around the world.
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