ARTICLES
Category: Life
Caring for Widows and Widowers in the Church
Widows and widowers most assuredly need the body of Christ to help and support them as they adjust to life without their spouse by their side.
A Psalm for Restful Sleep
The busier life gets, the more tired we are, and yet the harder it is to get good rest! In Psalm 127 we find much needed wisdom for getting a good night’s sleep.
Finding a New Church After Moving—and Growing in the Process
My husband and I decided to move our family of five from California to Colorado. The idea of leaving our church family was overwhelming, and finding a new church turned out to be more difficult than we expected.
10 Coming-of-Age Movies for Graduates and Prospective Freshmen
In this summer of ’21—the age of maturity in many minds—as high school and college grads step toward adulthood, Beautiful Christian Life presents a slate of worthy films about growing up.
The Love of Money vs. “Godliness with Contentment”: 10 Movies about Wealth and Greed
The Bible offers dozens of passages on money, greed, and the proper attitude toward wealth. Here are 10 worthy films about riches, poverty, and avarice, with an appropriate text from Scripture to go with each one.
Book Review: “Tell God How You Feel” by Christina Fox
Author Christina Fox’s new book, “Tell God How You Feel: Helping Kids with Hard Emotions,” is a valuable resource for parents in bringing their children to the arms of Jesus as they face the struggles and joys of life.
The Perils of “Wannabe Tough Guy” Christianity
As American culture continues its slide into moral bankruptcy, a “tough guy” brand of Christianity appears to be emerging. Are the sheep forgetting the primary reason Jesus left us here?
When a Woman Can’t Have It All
Women are told, “Want a career? Then have it!” “Want to be a wife and mother? You can be that, too!” “You can do it all and if it’s difficult or overwhelming, then you are doing it wrong. Is this true?
The Gentleman’s Guide to Shopping for a Lady
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and you may be wondering what to give a special lady in your life. Here are ten guidelines for success when selecting a thoughtful gift for her.