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The Rea$on for the Season
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeThe annual cultural altercation during the winter solstice period may stem from a hypersensitivity among some, feeling events are spiraling out of control and unraveling to a point of crisis. It was Rome that co-opted the bacchanalia of the winter solstice and inserted the presumed birth of the Messiah, creating a celebration that lacks authentic biblical roots. Without clear instruction from God, the observance of this time remains subject to personal interpretation and the shifting traditions of an ungrounded culture. Each person holds a different reason for the season, leaving no definitive way to determine which interpretation of this pagan celebration holds more validity than another.
Does Jeremiah Describe a Christmas Tree in Jeremiah 10:2-5?
Bible Questions & AnswersThe practice described in Jeremiah was a custom associated with the signs of heaven, just as Christmas is linked to the winter solstice. Although many do not connect Christmas with the winter solstice, its pagan origin remains unchanged. The use of a tree in this manner, tied to the winter solstice, is identified as the way of the Gentiles and is considered idolatry, which we are commanded not to learn or follow.
Reasons for Not Celebrating Christmas
CGG Weekly by John ReissDecember 25 has traditionally been the day when pagans marked the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. It is a day venerated by worshippers of the sun god across various cultures. Egyptians celebrated Horus' birthday on this day, while other ancient civilizations, including the Mesopotamians, Greeks, and Persians, also honored their gods during this time. Winter solstice traditions have existed long before the time of Jesus Christ.
A Sanitary Christmas
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughBy its materialism and syncretism, this world's Christianity has helped the modern, secular world sanitize Christmas, disinfecting it of its biblical 'taint.'
So You Plan to Keep Christmas Now?
Article by Mike FordDecorating with evergreens, festivals of lights, and the practice of giving dolls as gifts in the middle of winter all originate in pagan festivals.
Cogitations on Christmas
Article by Richard T. RitenbaughMost recognize Christmas' pagan origins and its lack of biblical support. These facts should make us consider whether Christians should celebrate it.
The Plain Truth About Christmas
Herbert W. Armstrong BookletDid Christmas come from the Bible or paganism? Here are the origins of the Christmas tree, Santa Claus, mistletoe, the holly wreath, and exchanging gifts.
What's Wrong With Christmas?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe Catholic Church mixed truth and falsehood to have the 'official' birthdate of the Son of God coincide with the rebirth of the sun, the winter solstice.
The Names of Christmas
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughChristmas is also called Yule, Noël, the Nativity, Advent, and the Feast of the Incarnation. The holiday's names reveal what Christmas is all about.
Christmas and Sun Worship
Sermonette by Mike FordChristmas, Easter, and Halloween all derive from sex, fertility, and sun worship. Christmas traces to the incestuous relationship of Semiramis and Nimrod.
Hearing and Understanding the Truth
Sermonette by Cody FordEven though many know the pagan origins of Christmas, they continue to follow it, thinking the good outweighs any of the downsides of its origins.
Sincerity Without Truth Is Worthless
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIt is dangerous to judge something on the basis of apparent 'sincerity,' which is often the opposite of godly sincerity. Godly sincerity is paired with the truth.
Truth-Based Worship Vs Spiritual Confusion
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod never accepts worship that comes from human reasoning and the traditions of man. The starting point for worship must always be God and His revelation.
Be My Valentine?
Article by Mike FordFebruary 14, Valentine's Day, may seem harmless until the truth of its origins comes to light. Here is what lies behind this licentious, pagan day.
To Be, or Not To Be, Like Everyone Else?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsTo keep from being swept up in the bandwagon effect of compromising with sin, we must make sure our convictions are not merely preferences.
May Day: A Pagan Sabbath
Sermon by Charles Whitaker (1944-2021)May Day has become a cardinal day for worshipping demons and the greenery of the earth. It is one of Satan's eight pagan holidays that displace God's Holy Days.
A Son Is Given
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe names of God reveal His character and attributes, and so also with Jesus. The reasons for Jesus Christ's incarnation are revealed in His names.
Beware of False Prophets
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsFalse prophets promote the broad way, giving people what they want to hear. They replace God's truth with human tradition. They are identified by their fruit.