You know Scott, I actually took the time to read the entire article--and while I do agree with your points... I honestly wonder just how unbiased the piece was written. The more I learn about the reported news vs. the actual events--I have just lost almost all faith in the mass media.

My second point is to suggest that this change in perspective (if it indeed is representative of what he now believes) is secondary to the aging process. It is easy for me to see that as one draws closer to death, the questions of religion become more introspective and self-centered, rather than esoteric extensions of one's faith onto global politics.

When it all comes down to it--all we have is our faith. And I'll be the first to admit, a lot of our theology just doesn't make a lick of sense to me. Why would God banish satan to earth? It's as if the cardinal sin was only a matter of time... And you've probably experienced traveling to a culture that is almost exclusively another religion--and that's a very sobering realization. If my belief is true, this entire civilization is crisp toast. That just does not make sense. Yet I am secure enough in my faith to continue my beliefs and my actions (i.e., behavioral manifestations of faith).

Is it possible that Dr. Graham is facing a reality in which we cannot relate. And in his new reality, his new struggle, his statements are honest reflections of his change in world view--that is a function of him nearing the biggest test of faith that exists--a prolonged and uninterrupted view of your own dwindling mortality.

And speaking of death--here's some good info that you guys might want to know...