Christmas is a widely celebrated holiday around the globe, but it’s interesting to note that not all Christian denominations observe it.
Some churches decision to refrain from celebrating Christmas due to historical considerations or a commitment to align closely with biblical teachings.
For instance, Jehovah’s Witnesses have opted out of celebrating Christmas since 1928, reflecting their unique perspective on the holiday. This diversity of beliefs highlights the rich tapestry of traditions within Christianity. …CONTINUE READING
They argue that the holiday’s origins are rooted in pagan practices, particularly the Roman festival of Saturnalia, and that the Bible does not command Christians to observe Christ’s birth.
The group believes that if Christmas were significant to Christianity, it would be explicitly mentioned in scripture.
In the case of Seventh-Day Adventists, they don’t observe Christmas, partly because it does not align with their interpretation of the Bible.
Seventh-Day Adventists maintain that Jesus was not born in December and that there is no biblical mandate to celebrate His birth.
They also view Christmas as a commercialized event with pagan origins. Some members may privately celebrate the holiday, but the church does not officially endorse it.
In Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor W.F. Kumuyi, announced in 2013 that the church does not celebrate Christmas.
The church’s stance is based on the belief that Christmas has idolatrous origins tied to pagan sun god worship.
Deeper Life prefers to commemorate Christ’s birth during an event called Freedom Day in October, arguing that traditional Christmas customs are not grounded in the Bible.
God’s Kingdom Society (GKS)
The GKS, founded in 1934 by St. Gideon Meriodere Urhobo, also rejects the December celebration of Christmas, citing its pagan roots.
The church observes Christ’s birth in October, in line with their interpretation of historical and biblical facts.
They argue that Christmas is a continuation of the Roman Saturnalia festival.
Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM)
Founded by Dr. Daniel Olukoya, MFM does not celebrate Christmas, seeing it as a holiday with pagan origins that is not supported by Christian teachings.
Instead, the church focuses on spiritual activities such as the annual “Power Must Change Hands” ceremony to usher in the New Year.
These churches choose to forgo Christmas in favor of what they consider more biblically consistent practices.
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