It Wasn't Easy, But I Did It
- For 4 years I have dealt with strong conviction. It was when I found out what really happened when Rome introduced pagans into the state religion. My conscience doesn't allow me to participate anymore. Anything not done in faith is sin. You can read about my journey out on my blog alisajoyevans.blogspot.com. My kids are so important to me. I don't want to confuse them. We read our Bible together daily. We give to the needy all year round and read newsletters from the ministries we support so our kids know we are doing what has been asked of us by God. I don't feel guilty or sacrilegious saying Christmas is not about Christ and that Jesus is not the reason for the season. It is clear that He is not the reason it all began. And Charles Spurgeon wrote about it, saying that we don't celebrate mass, Christ-Mass. We're only instructed to remember His death burial and resurrection.
- —Guest Alisa
Christmas Trap
- Revelations 1:3: "Blessed is he that readeth and they that hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written there in: for the time is at hand." Any Christian claiming this title who keeps Christmas has not kept what is written. Year after year, God's fall holy days keep what is written in Revelation. God tells us to seek first his kingdom. Christmas is of this world. It will have no part in God's true church. Seek his wisdom now.
- —Guest Kristan
What is Right?
- Is there an unbiased answer to this question? Christ left clear instructions for us, and celebrating his birthday wasn't one; but is it ok to do? He says to pray, study the Bible and follow after him. If we're not living our lives this way, but make time to serve his birthday, then what's the point of wasting your time on Dec. 25th getting/giving gifts? Well, that's Christmas, and Christmas is definitely a cover up for a pagan holiday. So, I wonder what would Jesus say/do/think if he came back on Dec. 25th and saw what we've done with our time/money. How would it look to him that we're celebrating? So, I've decided, since I have a son, that I won't teach him Christmas and its traditions. I'm decorating my home with the theme of snow/snowflakes/snow people. Snow is spoken of many times in the Bible with things being either white as snow, or purer than snow. Better safe than sorry. This is a fine time for my family and I to get creative and start our own tradition. No room for questioning origin there!
- —Guest LoveInMe
The Meaning Behind it Is What Matters
- It does not matter if December 25th is the actual day of Christ's birth or not. Christmas is a day when we are to celebrate the birth of Christ, and just as some people will celebrate their birthdays on other days (or even have their birth dates officially changed by law), so we choose to celebrate Christ on the 25th. Honestly, we should celebrate Christmas every day. Christ was born! He came to save us! Why shouldn't we be full of joy? The traditions are what happen on the assigned day. There is no problem with celebrating Christmas, and hopefully when we give gifts, we give them in a loving Christ-like manner, for that is why we give at all. The Paganistic properties are only Pagan if you make them so and if you idolize the traditions. The traditions are a fun embodiment for the celebration. We are not celebrating Christmas appropriately if we are not loving on others.
- —Guest Suki
Overcoming the Christmas Lie
- Christmas is one of those 'stumbling blocks' the Bible says will come. It takes a lot of 'guts' to say NO to this wile of the devil! You should consider yourself 'blessed of God' if you have escaped this snare! You'll have to pay the price of looking like a 'scrooge' or lose friends and family. The 'root' of Christmas has taken hold in the churches with its "palatable" half-truths--it's one of the biggest deceptions the saints must overcome--and few will! But once you take that leap of faith--you will rejoice knowing that the 'spirit' of Christmas is really just the Spirit of the World!--and because the carnal 'church' has sanctioned it--many stumble! But you can thank God you got 'delivered'! Give thanks to the Lord for all the saints who have the strength of faith and commitment to Christ to just say "NO" to Christmas--and "YES" to the Cross of Christ'! You are the real Overcomers!
- —Guest SJull
Clear For All Who Have Eyes to See
- The road of destruction is broad, thus it's no wonder the great numbers that partake in Christmas. As a child I looked forward to it, I loved it, not for gifts, because that was never the norm, but for the "holiday feeling." In my early adulthood I found out the truth about Christmas, Easter and many other holidays that are pagan vis-a-vis satanic and parading as Christian. I was shocked about the dates coordinating with pagan celebrations and the blending of pagan practices with emerging Catholic beliefs to gain more followers. I couldn't claim ignorance anymore after I did my research on the true history of Christmas and since I wanted to serve God I had to make a choice. Many disregard its origins saying they focus on Christ and not the pagan aspects attempting to satisfy their conscience after they've learned the truth. Research its true history, even that of the Christmas tree - Jeremiah 10:2. Its so easy after the first year and you're so much happier. Ignorance isn't bliss.
- —Guest Kissi
December 25 is Correct
- Jesus had both divine and human nature. His conception was the beginning of his divine nature. His birth was the beginning of his human nature. The day half-way in the middle between his birth/conception happens to be very close to Dec 25. I have tuned into his divine nature by relationships between my divine nature and the divine nature of women over a 20 year period. This resulted in my learning his conception date. (About 18 or 19 Aug 5 BC)
- —Guest Richard
When Family Chooses Not to Celebrate
- I appreciate reading the responses which talk about the kindness and love associated with Christmas. My mother and sister (and her family of 9) have just subscribed to the notion that Christmas is a pagan holiday that should not be celebrated. My Dad, my brother's family of 4, and my family of 3 are left to celebrate in a new place without the rest of the family. My daughter won't be going to the Nutcracker with her cousins; we won't visit the zoo to see the lights with my parents, my family won't attend Christmas Eve church service together, and the 10 grandchildren won't be gathering on Christmas morning this year. I haven't seen evidence of God's love in the comments posted in favor of abandoning Christmas, but I certainly have many memories of our family enjoying carols and classic movies and giving to the Salvation Army and seeing children's portrayals of Mary and Joseph - and know that those things meant love and happiness. Shattering the traditions leaves emptiness instead.
- —Janet.Sample
So What Makes Pagan Bad?
- So what if the roots of Christmas are pagan? So are the roots of wearing a wedding ring, but that doesn't bother anybody in our time. Who cares what some nomadic herds people believed thousands of years ago about what's good, bad, or pagan? What makes pagan bad? That it's not based on some ancient Jewish beliefs, that's what. I'm not a pagan or Christian, but I celebrate Christmas because my grandkids and other Christian family members celebrate it and love it. Celebrations, any celebrations, are just some of the many things that make life great. Peace out!
- —Guest Dave B
A Day for Family and Friends to Gather
- In our current society, it is so easy to get caught up in the day-to-day things of this world and be distracted from the importance of family and friends in our lives. I have read much on the debate over whether or not Christians should celebrate Christmas--probably the most informative source being a former member of the Illuminati who converted to Christianity and explained the occult backdrop to the Christmas holiday. (Look up "America's Occult Holidays" on youtube--there are several parts to his explanation) He explains there is much numerology and coordination of dates for ALL the American holidays many people celebrate. After taking in all this information and realizing I cannot change the habits of my family and friends, I will attend their Christmas functions--but I will not endorse any kind of beliefs in Santa Claus; I will not decorate my house in any way; I will not allow my family to be over-encumbered with gifts, and will discourage opening gifts until after Christmas Day.
- —Guest A Non-Conformist
Is it Right to Celebrate Christmas?
- Nowhere in the Bible is the date of Christ's birth mentioned, and there are only two instances of birthdays mentioned. Both of them are those who don't worship God and, hence, Christians don't celebrate birthdays, since their teacher (Jesus) never taught them this. Instead, he commanded his disciples to do something else in remembrance of him ... to remember his death and resurrection.
- —Guest naneo
More Than Tradition
- I don't care and don't want to hear the reasons said or commented by anyone who doesn't believe in and does not celebrate Christmas. For me, it is not only a tradition to celebrate someone's birth but more ... it is because of his birth to the world, we have his guarantee to reach heaven. Christmas! I love celebrating it with all my family.
- —Guest Ignatius Febi Tjondro Nugroho
God's Present to the World
- It will be a sad day if Christian people stop celebrating the best present ever, when God sent Jesus into the world so that we can have salvation. God's only Son came that through him we can gain access to our heavenly Father. So, to me, that is the most important part of Christmas.
- —Guest John Ainsley
Yes I Have Always Celebarated Christmas
- Yes, I have been celebrating Christmas as long as I can remember, but now that I think about it, it is like a festive season for every one, and it's more paganism. I am a believer.
- —Guest Boyd
Remember the Great Things God Has Done
- Yes I do. Christmas is, for me, a time to remember the great things God has done. I cannot tell it all. He saved me from the power of darkness and sin -- Jesus, the Son of the living God. He is worthy of praise and worship. Christmas is a time for me, as an authentic Christian, to give testimony of my Lord. I praise and worship Him. Jean Jumlani BENI, North Kivu DR Congo
- —Guest JEAN JUMLANI
