Tue. Jan 27th, 2026

WATCH: Denzel Washington Tells Graduates to Put God First

Denzel Washington

With graduation season upon us, commencement speakers are lauding those who have taken the final steps in their education. 

Speeches are filled with advice and woes, but one speech is particularly stirring: Oscar-winner Denzel Washington giving sound wisdom to the graduates of Dillard College.

“True desire in the heart for anything good is God’s proof to you sent beforehand to indicate that it’s yours already,” Washington says in the speech. “When you get it, reach back [and] pull someone else up. Each one, teach one. Don’t just aspire to make a living. Aspire to make a difference.”

Watch the video and let us know what you found to be the most moving.

By

Leave a Reply

By submitting your comment, you agree to receive occasional emails from [email protected], and its authors, including insights, exclusive content, and special offers. You can unsubscribe at any time. (U.S. residents only.)

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Related Podcasts

More News
10 Habits for a Healthy, Holistic and Happy Life
10 Habits for a Healthy, Holistic and Happy Life
previous arrow
next arrow
Shadow

Latest Videos
134K Subscribers
1.5K Videos
17M Views

Copy link