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Good News
by Jerold Aust
How did Santa Claus enter the picture? Why is this mythical figure so closely aligned with the Christmas holiday? Here, too, many books are available to shed light on the origins of this popular character.
Good News
by Gary Petty
'Tis the season for mistletoe and decorating the tree. But the origins of Christmas may surprise you. Did you know one of the American colonies outlawed observance of this holiday in 1659?
Good News Radio
by Gary Petty
The origins of Christmas may be different that what you have been lead to believe.
In this Teen Bible Study Guide we will lead you to a better understanding of what God thinks about Christmas.
Beyond Today Magazine
by Jerold Aust
Most people know the Bible doesn’t direct us to celebrate Christmas. Does it make any difference as long as it’s intended to honor God and bring families together?
Beyond Today Magazine
by Jerold Aust
Many assume Jesus was born on Christmas or that, even if He wasn’t, it’s a good occasion to celebrate, since it’s still worshipping Him. But did early Christians observe Christmas? And what should we do today?
Beyond Today Magazine
by Scott Ashley
Christmas is one of the world’s most popular holidays, yet it has a strange and convoluted past—one hinted at in such puzzling symbols as decorated trees, holly wreaths and mistletoe.
Good News
by Jerold Aust
Many people know the Bible doesn't mention Christ's followers observing Christmas. So where did the holiday come from, and does the Bible condone it? Does it make any difference as long as it's intended to honor God and bring families...
Spiritual Growth
by Amanda Stiver
Ever thought about how Christmas was celebrated long ago and where today's customs came from? It's an important story you need to know.
Beyond Today Magazine
by Jerold Aust
Many feel that Christmas marks Christ’s birthday and that it honors Him. After all, can 2 billion professing Christians be wrong? At the same time, some few Christians don’t observe Christmas, believing that Jesus didn’t sanction it and...
Good News
by Jerold Aust
Most people know the Bible doesn't mention—much less sanctify—Christmas. Does it make any difference as long as it's intended to honor God and bring families together?
Beyond Today
by Jerold Aust
Most people know the Bible doesn't mention--much less sanctify--Christmas. Does it make any difference as long as it's intended to honor God and bring families together?

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