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"...do not inquire after their gods, saying, 'How did these nations serve their gods? I also will do likewise.' You shall not worship the LORD your God in that way; for every abomination to the LORD which He hates they have done to their gods" (Deuteronomy 30:)

Many of man's religious holidays are repackaged versions of the very pagan festivals that God hates and forbids His people from following. Are you worshiping God the way He wants to be worshiped?

The Chronology of Jesus Christ's Death, Burial and Resurrection - 3 Days and 3 Nights in the Tomb infographic.
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Three Days and Three Nights

The choice of a Sunday date for Easter is based on the assumption that Christ rose from the grave early on a Sunday morning. The popular belief is that Christ was crucified on a Friday and rose on a Sunday...
A crown of thorns, nails, hammer and post.
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How Easter Replaced the Biblical Passover

Why did Easter replace the Passover?
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Easter vs. the Bible

For millions of professing Christians Easter is the most important day of the calendar year because it commemorates Jesus' resurrection. Easter sunrise services are considered the holiest assembly of the year—a time when Christians reaffirm that Jesus is risen and...
Easter - The Rest of the Story
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Easter: The Rest of the Story

Many believing Christians celebrate Easter as a way to honor Jesus Christ's resurrection. But Easter is a day with very different roots—stretching long ago into pre-Christian paganism. The Bible alone has the truth of Jesus' life, death and resurrection, and...
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Valentine's Day: Are All Holidays the Same?

What do its pagan origins imply about Valentine’s Day and other popular holidays?
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5 Reasons NOT to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Here's five tongue-in-cheek reasons not to celebrate Valentine's Day. But can you find another?
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New Year's Celebration

Two reasons not to celebrate New Year's.
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Why Was Jesus Born?

It truly is "the greatest story ever told". But why?
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Was Jesus Born on December 25?

Most know Christ was not born on December 25. Does it really matter?
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Ban Christmas?

Christmas was not always celebrated in America. Why?
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Christmas Controversy

Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays? What would Jesus say?
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Jeremiah 10: A Christmas Tree or Not?

Is Jeremiah 10 really talking about a Christmas tree, or something else?
A woman wear a Christmas stocking cap holding a gift.
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Does Christmas Really Honor Christ?

If you really loved someone, would you celebrate the person with reminders of a past rival for your affection? Are many Christians guilty of dishonoring Jesus in this way?
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My 4-year old is afraid of Halloween

If you really believe in God and you want to have a relationship with Him, should you really be involved with Halloween?
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Is Halloween Only A "Cultural" Event?

And what does God say about coming out of a culture?
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Halloween - Can It Glorify God?

Is it possible for a Christian to enjoy Halloween to the glory of God? I don't think so.
A mom and four kids eating Halloween treats.
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Why must we avoid Halloween?

Inherent Beliefs
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Inherent Beliefs

How Christian Is Easter?
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How Christian Is Easter?

Easter customs mix pagan myths, rituals, symbols and practices with just a little truth. What's wrong with this picture?
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The Patrick You Didn't Know

Who was "Saint" Patrick? What did he believe? What did he teach? And was he really Irish?
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