Today is a sad day for those of us who think of Billy Graham as a spiritual father (or in my case great grandfather). He was great for his influence over so ma

Today is a sad day for those of us who think of Billy Graham as a spiritual father (or in my case great grandfather). He was great for his influence over so many millions of people, generous for his message of peace, and flawed for his humanity. While the 20th century will be remembered for its many violent moments, Mr. Graham joins Gandhi as one of the great luminaries of hope amid dark times. On a personal note, my grandmothers life was changed by the preaching of Billy Graham when she turned on the TV after being stood up on a date and saw the preacher inviting her to a different kind of life. That moment changed the course of her life and mine, and for that I am grateful.