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What's the Real Truth About Christmas?
Tis the season to be jolly—or is it? It may not be if
you know
the real truth about the holiday!
Millions of people continue the curious customs of Christmas,
but few understand why they do it or what the customs
and symbols are all about. After all, what does a jolly plump
man in a red suit (riding in a sleigh pulled by flying reindeer!)
have to do with the birth of the Son of God?
How did December 25 come to be chosen as the
date of the birth of Jesus Christ when the Bible
nowhere tells us the exact date—and in fact
shows that He wasn't born in winter? Have
you ever heard the real story?
And what about decorating with holly wreaths,
kissing under mistletoe, burning yule logs and
setting up colorfully ornamented Christmas
trees? What's the origin of these odd practices
and how did they come to be associated with the
birth of the Savior of mankind? They're not found in
the Bible, so who started them and why?
You need to discover the facts about this popular holiday.
And, most important,
since most people celebrate it to worship God, you need to
understand what
He thinks about it!
 Our
eye-opening free booklet Holidays or
Holy Days: Does It Really Matter Which Days We Keep? will give you the surprising (and
sometimes shocking!)
answers. |
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
November/December 2006
Vol. 11, Num. 6
Editorial: Removing Ancient Landmarks
A Good News editorial
Cover Story
Revitalize Your Marriage: Here's How!
After the husband and wife say, "I do" at their wedding, they
go off into the sunset assuming their love, marriage and relationship
will remain as it feels at that moment. But when the honeymoon
wears off, they may begin thinking, "Maybe I don't." Why does this
happen, and how can we make love last? It's vital that you know!
- Sidebar -
Four Words That Can Transform a Troubled Marriage
Has World War III Already Begun?
Five years after the devastating Sept. 11 attacks, the West remains
far from where it should be in the growing conflict between the
Western democracies and radical Islam. Will it change course in time?
What We Don't Know Can and Will Hurt Us
While technology expands exponentially, the kind of knowledge we
urgently need to survive ebbs and wanes. What kind of knowledge
is this? And will you be among those who wait until it's too late?
The Top 10 Reasons Why I Don't Celebrate Christmas
You'll soon be barraged by the sights, sounds and smells of Christmas. But when the bills arrive, some will wonder if it's really worth
it. Here's a perspective from one who kicked the Christmas habit.
I Stand Corrected—Or Do I?
It seems that nobody likes to receive correction. Instead of accepting it, some get angry, get hurt or get even. Yet how you choose to
handle it can make a world of difference in your job and in your life.
Liberté! Égalité! Fraternité!
These three French words reverberated through the turbulent streets of Paris during the French Revolution. If only every society could truly
practice the biblical version of liberty, equality and brotherhood!
Baptism: Beginning of a New Life
Previous articles in this series have covered such vital spiritual tools as prayer and Bible study. But to receive the greatest gifts of God, one must take another step—the commitment of water baptism.
How Can You Transform Your Life?
The Bible talks about conversion, but what does the word mean? Do you really know? Is it a one-time event or a lifelong process? It's crucial that you accurately understand what the Bible teaches!
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