He advocated they turn the situation and their lives over to Christ. This advice covers everything from ingrown toenail to brain tumor. But in addition to this counsel, Billy went on the say that they needed to focus on their spirituality and be grateful they had each other and a love for the Lord. They shouldn't spend so much time lusting after material things which do not bring true happiness. Now we all know that Billy Graham does not live in a hovel, that he fraternizes with the rich and famous, and has spent much time in the Lincoln bedroom at the White House.
Christians buy second-hand thoughts.
This attitude is not uncommon amongst the more affluent clergy who are forever telling people that money does not buy happiness. Common sense tells me that money can buy a certain amount of comfort and security. It can buy a good health plan, a snug home with indoor plumbing, a comfortable bed in which to sleep, clothes to wear and a myriad of little things that a physical body needs to keep it groomed and healthy. It can buy food and medicine. It can buy an occasional frill such as a ticket for a symphony, ballet, play or movie.