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12 Books I Wish I Had Read as a New Christian

By Le Ann Trees | January 1, 2025

After attending a wonderful seminary later in life and reflecting back on my early years as a believer, here are 12 books I wish I had read as a new Christian to help me grow in my faith.

The 15 Vices of Galatians 5:19-21 and How to Resist Them

By BCL | December 30, 2024

The battle between the flesh and the Spirit wages throughout our lives. The apostle Paul gives us a list of 15 vices to deepen our perception of the ways of the flesh and how to resist them.

2 Things Jesus Did That Everyone Desperately Needs

By Le Ann Trees | December 27, 2024

Here are two things Jesus did that everyone desperately needs.

15 Ways to Reduce Daily Stress and Be More Fruitful in 2025

By BCL | December 26, 2024

Here are fifteen ways, along with corresponding Bible passages, to reduce your daily stress and be more fruitful in 2025.

Are You Missing Out on the Gift of the Good and Abundant Life?

By Jonathan Landry Cruse | December 25, 2024

The King of the universe born in a cattle stall? That’s a hard sell. Do we trust that such a strong and sure salvation, and the good and abundant life, can come out of such humble circumstances?

The St. Nicholas of History (Sort Of)

By R. Scott Clark | December 24, 2024

Photo Credit: Nicholas of Myra (Menologion of Basil II); image from Wikimedia Commons; {{PD-Art}}. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning Beautiful Christian Life LLC may get a commission if you decide to make a purchase through its links, at no cost to you. R. Scott Clark is professor of Church History and Historical…