Playlist: Pagan Holidays (topic)
Satan's Pagan Holy Days
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Kim MyersPagan Holidays Pagan holidays are celebrations rooted in ancient traditions that often involve customs and rituals not aligned with Christian beliefs. These holidays include New Year's, Christmas, Easter, Halloween, St. Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, and birthdays. New Year's Celebration New Year's is one of the oldest and …
Christmas and Sun Worship
Sermonette by Mike FordChristmas, like many religious festivals in the so-called Christian world, is rooted in pagan traditions. A common thread runs through these celebrations, from Halloween to Easter, Mardi Gras to Valentine's Day, and even to Christmas, where pagan elements are evident. Satan has deceived the world into believing that observing …
Crazy or Christmas
Sermonette byWhen we worship God, we must worship in spirit and truth. Is there any truth in Christmas? There is no truth offered in Harper's Bible Dictionary to support the observance of Christmas, and certainly no command in the Bible to support it either. This should tell us which spirit Christmas comes from, and it's not God's. …
For the Love of the Truth
Sermonette by Ryan McClureChrist has never been in man's holidays, which are built on lies, and which teach children they cannot trust the veracity of their own parents.
Truth-Based Worship Vs Spiritual Confusion
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMany people, even after leaving God's church, return to celebrating Christmas, despite its well-known pagan origins. They willingly refuse to believe the truth, choosing instead to follow traditions rooted in lies, as their pleasure in unrighteousness blinds them to the reality of its deceptive nature. Christmas, a holiday …
Is Valentine's Day Really About Love?
Commentary by Martin G. CollinsToday, on God's Sabbath, His people worship Him in spirit and in truth and in love, while the world's people celebrate their pagan holiday in flesh and in lies and in lust. Sexual immorality has always been a key part of observing Saint Valentine's Day. The origins of Valentine's Day predate Christianity, stemming from pagan …
Appointments
Sermon by Clyde FinkleaMany professing Christians anticipate Easter and Christmas as significant holidays, yet neither is found observed in the Bible. In contrast, the Bible highlights holy days, referred to as the Lord's appointed times, which are observed in both Testaments and by the early church, including Gentile congregations. These appointed …
Something Fishy
Sermonette byCatholics eat fish on Friday as a form of penance, commemorating Christ's supposed death on 'Good' Friday. During pagan Lent, eating fish on Friday is mandatory.
Truth (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn our day, people are enamored with holidays such as Christmas, Easter, Halloween, Lent, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Holy Sunday, and Ascension Day. They cherish these celebrations, often ignoring the truth about their origins. Despite stumbling upon information that reveals the pagan roots of these days, such as Halloween's …
Hosea's Prophecy (Part Four)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIsrael's apostasy, as depicted in Hosea, is deeply tied to the adoption of pagan practices, which God condemns as a betrayal of His covenant. Among the sinful reasons for God's judgment is the use of symbols and holidays with pagan origins within professing Christian churches, reflecting the same hypocrisy seen in ancient …
Are God's Holy Days To Be Kept Today?
Sermon/Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsAttacks on God's holy feasts have persisted throughout history, with satan always ready to cloud, distort, and pervert them. Early in the New Testament church, some Gentile members began to disparage God's holy feasts, eventually viewing them as merely Jewish observances. Those who continued to observe feasts like Passover, …
Gray Areas in Human Reasoning
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn today's society, the celebration of pagan holidays like Christmas often falls into gray areas of human reasoning, marked by compromise and ignorance. Many justify participating in such holidays by claiming it does not dilute their beliefs, ignoring clear scriptural admonitions against adopting the ways of the Gentiles. This …
Frequencies
Sermon by Ryan McClureThere are many distractions in this world that can lead us astray, including pagan holidays that influence us throughout the year. Even if we are not intentionally tuning in to these frequencies, the sounds and messages we hear can affect us deeply. It is unfortunate that so many are drawn to the traditions of men, as many of …
Halloween
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughEvery year, after the rejuvenation of the Feast, a sense of dread emerges as we face the holiday season from Halloween to New Year's Day and beyond. The growing emphasis on Halloween, with decorations appearing earlier each year, adds to this unease. Companies like Hallmark have expanded into Halloween décor and items, flooding …
Deception, Idolatry, and the Feast of Tabernacles
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the latter times, as warned in I Timothy 4:1, some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons. Satan, the author of both overt and covert deceptions, has worked subtly over time to mislead people away from the path toward God's kingdom. While overt practices like séances or Ouija …
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Twenty-Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the context of spiritual practices, the issue of pagan holidays emerges as a significant concern among early Christians, particularly in Galatia. There is a way that seems right to individuals, but it leads to spiritual death when it strays from God's truth. In Galatians 4, Paul addresses Gentile Christians who, having come …
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Fifteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Samaritans, as a people with a syncretized religion, blended pagan practices with elements of God's Word, much like modern false Christianity. Their worship incorporated idols and pagan gods alongside a partial acceptance of the first five books of the Old Testament, while rejecting the rest. This mongrelized faith, a mix of …
John (Part Twelve)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughBelief profoundly shapes every aspect of our lives, determining our actions and choices. If we believe that holidays like Christmas and Easter are meant to honor or worship God, we will observe them. Often, we do this in ignorance before conversion, simply because we do not know any better and sincerely think it is the right …
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Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Charles WhitakerIn the context of significant historical and spiritual events surrounding the life of Jesus Christ, there is a notable connection to certain observances that have been influenced by false Christianity. Some holidays, often celebrated around January 6th, are tied to the concept of epiphaneia , meaning an appearing or appearance, …
Hope to the End (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The moral and spiritual decline in the United States and other Israelitish nations is evident in the adoption of practices and influences foreign to the Creator's ways. A significant contributor to this decline is the infiltration of pagan holidays and customs, which have subtly replaced the reverence for God's commandments. As …
Tests of True Knowledge
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIn the pursuit of knowledge, we must be vigilant against the dangers of false understanding, particularly as it relates to pagan holidays and their influence on the church. The apostle Paul addresses this in I Corinthians 8, where some brethren, relying on their human reasoning, justified participating in heathen festivals, akin …
Elements of Judgment (Part One)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The incorporation of pagan holidays such as Christmas and Easter into the worship practices of the Worldwide Church of God represents a significant drift from foundational principles. This shift reflects a broader trend of disregarding God's laws, allowing individuals to set their own religious agendas under the guise of …
Our Bread of Life
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe celebration of Easter by many Christian churches incorporates elements with deep pagan roots, which is a point of significant irony. The name 'Easter' itself originates from a Germanic goddess, akin to ancient deities like Ishtar, Isis, Ashtoreth, or Astarte, known as the 'queen of heaven' and revered by the Israelites …
Hosea's Prophecy (Part Five)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsIsrael's divided heart led her into spiritual adultery, as she claimed to worship God while multiplying false altars and dedicating sacred stones, contrary to His commands. This unfaithfulness mirrored the betrayal in marriage, where exclusivity is broken by a third party, reflecting Israel's pursuit of pagan practices and …
Keeping Love Alive (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWorks demonstrate our faith, our response to God's calling and His freely given grace. Reciprocity is always a part of our relationship with God.
Prophets and Prophecy (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the context of Israel's historical and spiritual journey, the influence of pagan holidays and practices is evident as a recurring challenge to their covenant with God. The book of Amos highlights Israel's syncretism, where they behaved and worshipped like Baal worshippers while doing so in the name of the Lord. This blending …
What's So Bad About Valentines Day?
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughValentine's Day, observed on February 14th, carries deep pagan roots that predate Christianity by centuries. It originated as a Roman fertility and purification feast dedicated to the god Lupercus, associated with wolves, hunting, and fertility. This festival included bizarre rituals, such as young men or priests whipping women …
New Covenant Priesthood (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe adoption of pagan festivals like Christmas and Easter by congregations dominated by Gentiles marked a departure from the holy days observed by the apostolic church. These early believers, including Paul, continued to honor the Jewish festivals, recognizing their spiritual significance under the New Covenant. The apostles did …
Sabbathkeeping (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the history of Israel and the Israel of God, as recorded in the Bible, God's displeasure with His people's observance of the Sabbath and feast days often stemmed from their attitude and lack of understanding, rather than merely the days they observed. As highlighted in Isaiah 1:10-14 and Amos 5:21-22, God expresses disdain …
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Fourteen)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn the context of understanding God's law and its enduring relevance, it is crucial to address the influence of pagan holidays on Christian practice. Satan has effectively deceived many into believing that parts of God's Word are obsolete, leading some to disregard significant portions of Scripture. This deception extends to the …
A Place of Safety? (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe mystery of lawlessness, already at work in the days of the apostles, has infiltrated the true church through the influence of the Babylonian mystery religion. This false system, while appropriating the central figure of Jesus Christ as Savior, rejects the law of God and inserts pagan beliefs, thereby also rejecting the true …
The Commandments (Part Eighteen)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughA community can only be established upon a foundation of stability and truth. Our relationships must be based upon God's truth, producing faithfulness.
John (Part Twenty-Eight)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughIn the context of discerning spiritual matters within the church, the influence of external forces like pagan holidays is evident in the decisions made by early church leaders. In Acts 15:19-20, the apostles, guided by spiritual discernment, instructed Gentile converts to abstain from things polluted by idols, alongside other …