Episode 17: Christmas

Elaine and Ryan share the TRUTH about the Santa "game" and discuss other traditions surrounding this festive time of year. They also address some of the common objections to celebrating Christmas.

Show Notes

Personal
How we’ve been getting ready for Christmas
Our Christmas traditions

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News
Atheists spreading holiday "cheer" through billboard ads
What are the origins of Christmas?
Who is St. Nicholas?
Origin of Christmas Trees
Origin of Santa Claus

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Life Issues
Should Christians celebrate Christmas?
Common Objections:

• Christmas has pagan roots
• Nowhere are we commanded to celebrate Christmas
• Christmas no longer focuses on Christ
• Is playing Santa with my kids wrong?

How do we as parents handle Christmas issues that come up with friends and family, such as Santa Claus?
How do I keep my kids from getting distracted by all the stuff (presents, lights, etc.)?
How can I glorify God in my celebration of Christmas?
Church Lady Sketch from Saturday Night Live
 
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Doctrine
Is Christmas in the Bible? Is there anywhere in Scripture that condemns this sort of practice?
What about Jeremiah 10:3-4?
Is celebrating or not celebrating Christmas an essential issue?
Can we fellowship with anti-christmas Christians and over the top ugly Christmas sweater wearing Christians?

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Grab Bag
Horus Ruins Christmas from The Lutheran Satire