Christmas

"For the customs of the peoples are worthless; they cut a tree out of the forest, and a craftsman shapes it with his chisel. They adorn it with silver and gold; they fasten it with hammer and nails so it will not totter" (Jeremiah 10:2-4, New International Version).

Incorporating traditions used in worship of the pagan gods Mithra and Saturn (among others), Christmas has its roots in just about everything but Christ's birth. Find out where Christmas really came from and what God thinks about people observing it.

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Consider the "Sins of Jeroboam"

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Passover and Christmas Don't Mix

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What Did the Early Church Believe and Practice?

Shouldn't you look into your Bible to see if your beliefs and practices square with what Jesus and His apostles practiced and taught?
When was Jesus Christ born? Was Jesus born on December 25 - Christmas Day?
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When was Jesus Christ born? Was Jesus born on December 25 - Christmas Day?

History shows that December 25 was popularized as the date for Christmas, not because Christ was born on that day, but because it was already popular in pagan religious celebrations as the birthday of the sun. But could December 25...
A flock of sheep.
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Biblical Evidence Shows Jesus Wasn't Born on December 25

If Jesus Christ was not born on December 25, does the Bible indicate when He was born?
Artist woodcut of three wise men.
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Christmas vs. the Bible

How well do the customs and traditions of Christmas match the biblical account of Christ's birth?
A person holding a wrapped gift in front of a Christmas tree.
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How Christmas Grew

In view of centuries of criticism of the commercialization of Christmas, it is interesting to note that the holiday's secular, not its religious, aspect, has been most responsible for its popularity.
A person dressed up as Santa Claus.
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Christmas: The Untold Story

Christmas is one of the world’s most popular holidays, celebrated by people of many faiths. Yet the holiday has a strange and convoluted past, one hinted at in such puzzling symbols as decorated trees, holly wreaths and mistletoe.
A miniature Christmas scene of gathering a Christmas tree.
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Crucial Questions

Why do we do some of the curious things we do? Why pretend that a jolly man in a red suit gives toys made by elves to children on one night a year Why pretend that rabbits lay eggs? And...
Beyond Today -- The Day After Christmas
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The Day After Christmas

You may look forward to Christmas but what happens afterwards? Are you truly fulfilled and is the world a better place?
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Is Christmas Harmless?

Christmas is popular and profitable, but is it really holy and harmless?
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Keep Your Light Shining

Our family loves to camp. When we are unable to make it to nearby state park, we will often camp in our backyard.
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Ready to Answer

"Well hey there, neighbor!" says your coworker. He's propped his elbows up on the dividing wall your cubicles share as he waves a greeting in your direction.
Is Christmas Really Merry?
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Is Christmas Really Merry?

Where did the idea of a "merry Christmas" come from? Did it begin with well-meaning Christians who wished only the best for others, or are its origins considerably older than we might suppose? Does wishing others "Merry Christmas" please God...
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Is it wrong to keep holidays such as Christmas and Easter since the Bible says nothing about them? And what about the Holy Days God gave to the Israelites? Do we need to keep them? What's the difference?

Which ones are the better choice?
Sheep in a field.
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Which Scriptures Explain When Jesus Christ Was Born?

When was Jesus really born? Explore Biblical clues, historical evidence, and prophetic insights that suggest Christ’s birth likely occurred in late September, rather than December 25. Discover the fascinating connections to shepherds, Roman censuses, and John the Baptist that challenge...
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Jesus Christ: Victim of Stolen Identity

Most people understand that Jesus died for our sins, and the details of His illegal crucifixion are well known. But few know that after Jesus' death His identity was stolen! Many well-intentioned believers have fallen for the deception. Are you...
Holidays or Holy Days - Does It Matter Which Days We Observe?
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Holidays or Holy Days: Does It Matter Which Days We Observe?

Many people are shocked to discover the origins of our most popular religious holidays. They are also surprised to find that the days God commands us to observe in the Bible—the same days Jesus Christ and the apostles kept—are almost...
Christmas tree ornaments with a depiction of three wise men.
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Why Do You Celebrate Christmas?

I found I could not ignore these facts: Christ never instituted Christmas, never celebrated it and never taught it. So, why was I doing it? What about you? Why do you celebrate Christmas?
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The First Christmas in Rome and What It Means to Us

The majority of Christians believe they are honoring Jesus Christ by observing Christmas. A minority of Christians believe keeping Christmas does not honor Christ. Where does the Bible stand on this question?
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