“You Can’t Save Yourself”: Graham Preaches as Hundreds Commit to Christ in Argentina

“You Can’t Save Yourself”: Graham Preaches as Hundreds Commit to Christ in Argentina

An evangelistic rally led by Franklin Graham drew large crowds to Ushuaia, Argentina — widely recognized as the world’s southernmost city — where hundreds made professions of faith during a two-day arena event organized in partnership with local congregations. The outreach, called Esperanza Ushuaia, was hosted by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and featured preaching, worship and a public invitation to follow Christ.
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