ARTICLES

“The Secret Things Belong to the Lord” — Deuteronomy 29:29

By BCL | August 14, 2025

What does it mean in Deuteronomy 29:29 that “the secret things belong to the LORD our God”?

BCL Online Picks — August 13, 2025

By BCL | August 13, 2025

With endless reading options online, finding the best can be a challenge. Here are Beautiful Christian Life’s picks for this week.

Why Did Jesus Have to Be Truly God and Truly Man to Redeem Us?

By BCL | August 11, 2025

Why did Jesus need to have two natures—one truly human and one truly divine—in order to accomplish his redemptive work on our behalf?

Should Images of God Be Allowed in the Church?

By Daniel Rowlands | August 8, 2025

The second commandment (Exod. 20:4-6) expressly forbids the use of images of God in worship. How should we view images of God used in teaching, such as pictures of Jesus?

What Is the Bible Saying Regarding Women Being Silent in Church?

By BCL | August 6, 2025

There are few verses less popular in our day than 1 Corinthians 14:34, which states that women “should keep silent in the churches” and that “they are not permitted to speak, but should be in submission.” Why is it wise for us to consider what Paul is saying here?

When Extending Mercy Is Hard to Do

By Le Ann Trees | August 4, 2025

What is the difference between mercy and grace, and how can we find grace to extend mercy to those who have wronged us?