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Sanctification in Christ — The Rest of Your Story

By Le Ann Trees / January 13, 2025

Sanctification is a slow process of dying to the flesh and living unto God. How can Christians tell whether they are growing in holiness?

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10 Must-Read Books by the Puritans for Christians Today

By BCL / January 10, 2025

The Puritans’ passion for God’s Word and deep insights into Scripture have continued to bless Christians for hundreds of years. Here are 10 must-read beloved Puritan classics to strengthen and encourage the faith of every believer today.

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The Heart of the Shepherd-Elder

By Campbell Markham / January 9, 2025

There is a serious shortage of pastors and elders today. Fewer Christians are putting up their hand to serve. What drives the heart of the shepherd-elder?

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The Arrival of God’s Kingdom

By S. M. Baugh / January 8, 2025

Christians often talk about the kingdom of God being “already and not yet.” What does this mean?

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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.

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Got Peace Right Now? 7 Things You Need to Know about Your Justification in Christ

By Michelle Reed / December 31, 2024

Justification is the very heart of the gospel. Here are seven things Christians need to know about their justification in Christ.

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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.

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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?

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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…

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