How to Live as a Christian

by Joel R. Beeke

Here are thirty-six short, clear and biblical articles which will benefit every believer. If you are new to the faith or need to be reminded about the essential doctrines then you will want to read the book through. More experienced Christians will find guidance on essential topics that many preaching ministries sadly do not cover these what does the Christian faith have to say about subjects such as family worship, being a Christian grandparent, using leisure time well? If you need help with issues like godly contentment, self-denial, coping with criticism or the fight against backsliding, this is a great place to begin. Take up and read!

These articles were written by a number of godly Christians and have slightly enlarged and newly edited by Joel Beeke since their original appearance in the Reformation Heritage KJV Study Bible.

Genres: Christian

116 pages, Paperback

Published May 1, 2017

About the author

Joel R. Beeke (PhD, Westminster Theological Seminary) is the chancellor and professor of homiletics and systematic theology at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary. He has served as a pastor since 1978 and currently ministers at the Heritage Reformed Congregation of Grand Rapids, Michigan. He is the editor of the Puritan Reformed Journal and The Banner of Sovereign Grace Truth magazine, the board chairman of Reformation Heritage Books, the president of Inheritance Publishers, and the vice president of the Dutch Reformed Translation Society.

Beeke has written and coauthored 120 books, edited 120 books, and contributed 2,500 articles to Reformed books, journals, periodicals, and encyclopedias. He frequently lectures at seminaries and speaks at Reformed conferences around the world. The Lord has blessed him and his wife Mary with three children and eleven grandchildren.

Reviews

[Emily Houston · Rating 5 out of 5]

A small book packed with big truths.

[Eva Geaschel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is super practical!
I loved reading it alongside Deeper by Dane Ortland.

[Mhighst · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was one of the best (and shortest!) summaries of the Christian faith and living it out. So many foundational truths and excellent virtues covered. So short it's practically bullet point, with just enough information on each topic. Such a great Christian primer. I finished it a while ago so I'd have to read it again to add more thoughts. Had the pleasure to hear Beeke speak, after I finished the book, on assurance of salvation; it was a phenomenal conference.

[Mother Hen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. It's definitely my favorite thus far by Beeke, who I sometimes disagree with on some fundamental things. An outstanding, short, simple yet profound read that was given to each family in our church by our pastor. My husband read it first, and then I read it a topic at a time to the children in our read aloud basket. We had many good conversations and will surely read it again someday and/or refer back to individual topics as they arise.

[Garrett Wishall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful, practical principles to foster joyful and fruitful Christian living. Beeks presents 36 principles that range from theological meditations, identity, Christian fellowship, virtues, roles in the home, evangelism and living with an eternal mindset.

[Kieron Roberson · Rating 4 out of 5]

As with any collection of essays, there were subjects and sections I enjoyed and gleaned more from than others, overall, however, I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone looking for some concise and thoughtful words on how we ought to live and think as Christians.

[Megan, Empress of the Literary Kingdom, Conqueror of the Histories · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect for a daily devotional and covers a wide range of topics.

[Eve Nelsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

An awesome, practical little book on the Christian life. Offered a lot of valuable insights in few words! Definitely one to be read multiple times.