Reincarnation has quietly moved from the fringes of American spirituality into the mainstream. Roughly one-third of Americans now say they believe in it, and the numbers are even higher among Millennials and Gen Z. What’s striking is that this belief isn’t limited to those who identify as “spiritual but not religious.” Many who still call […]
Every December, Christians are told, often loudly and confidently, that Christmas is a late invention, a pagan compromise, or an unbiblical tradition baptized for convenience. December 25, we are assured, belongs to Saturnalia or Sol Invictus, and any attempt to defend it is either naïve or dishonest. But history tells a far more interesting, and […]
Many Christians wrestle with the question of whether it is appropriate to celebrate Christmas. Some feel indifferent and simply choose not to participate. Others object, claiming that Christmas is inherently wrong because it allegedly originates from pagan festivals. It is important to make a distinction. Personal conviction about a holiday is one thing. Declaring it […]
One of the most common questions about Christmas is why it is celebrated on December 25. Historical evidence shows that early Church Fathers recognized and supported this date as the day to commemorate Christ’s birth. Clement of Alexandria (c. 150–215 AD) wrote that Christians honored Christ’s nativity with joy and devotion, demonstrating early awareness of […]
A frequent claim is that Christmas borrows heavily from pagan festivals such as Saturnalia. But, then we also have to remember it falls in the same winter season Jewish festivals such as Hanukkah, a feast Jesus himself observed (John 10:22–23). Critics then argue that traditions such as gift-giving, candle lighting, or wreaths are inherently pagan […]
Many Christians wonder whether it is appropriate to celebrate holidays that are not explicitly commanded in the Bible. Some argue that any tradition not directly ordained by Scripture is automatically wrong. This perspective overlooks an important principle: Christians have freedom to engage in cultural and festive practices, provided they do not violate God’s commands or […]
One of the most common objections to celebrating Christmas is that it has pagan roots. Critics argue that because December 25th coincided with Roman and other pagan festivals, Christians should avoid celebrating the holiday. This argument is often stated as, “Christmas comes from paganism, so it is inherently wrong.” While it may sound convincing, this […]
