Holidays

Origin of Holidays

What are the foundational origins of the holidays? How are Christians to correctly lead their families as they seek to worship the Lord during these special seasons of the year?

Many educational resources and institutions neglect to mention the strong Christian origins of this national holiday. For America to return to its Christian roots, individuals must once again recognize God as the Provider.

Halloween

Halloween provides an opportunity to reach hundreds of children (and their families) with the good news of Jesus Christ.

Easter

As you consider how best to acknowledge the Resurrection, take time to make sure your practices help you bring honor and glory to Christ. Make sure Christ is the focus of your worship not only during the celebration of the Resurrection, but every day of your life.

Christmas

Because of Jesus’ birth into this world for redemption, the sinner can be born into the family of God. That’s reason to celebrate at Christmas and throughout the year!

Holidays Topics

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Christmas

Dec. 23, 2020

Christmas is an annual holiday on December 25 commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ and celebrated by Christians & non-Christians in different ways.

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Darwin Day

On Darwin’s birthday each year, thousands celebrate “Darwin Day.” How should Christians respond to the unabashed worship of the father of evolution?

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Easter

Rarely do we set aside time with family to celebrate the death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ together. Easter is the perfect time to do just that.

Articles About Holidays

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Who Was St. Patrick?

March 17, 2026
On March 17, millions of people celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with parades, parties, and the color green. Who was the man who inspired these traditions?
Hanukkah & Jesus

Dec. 14, 2025
The historical background of Hanukkah, how Jesus celebrated the Feast of Dedication, and how Christ revealed himself as the light of the world
Just Another Thanksgiving?

Nov. 28, 2024
This holiday comes every year, so at times, Thanksgiving Day can seem like just a tired tradition. After all, each time is usually about the same as the year before.
What Is Thanksgiving?

Nov. 22, 2023
We are losing our focus on the original reason for Thanksgiving as the spiritual state of America continues to decline.
Halloween and the Gospel of Life

Oct. 27, 2023
What can you do to advance the gospel of life and light through Jesus Christ if your neighbors stop by your house this Halloween?
Honoring Sacrifice: Memorial Day and the Importance of Reminders

May 29, 2023
Memorial Day is a time of family, fellowship, and sometimes camping or kicking off the start of summer. But above all, it is a time of remembrance.
To Whom Should We Be Grateful?

Sept. 21, 2022
World Gratitude Day cannot be separated from the spiritualistic and universalist ideas of its founder.
Labor Day: Why Do We Celebrate Work?

Sept. 5, 2022
Labor Day has its roots in labor unions. We take eight-hour workdays, good work conditions, breaks, and minimum wage for granted. But it wasn’t always this way.
Letter Writing, Book Reading, and World Literacy Day

Sept. 1, 2022
Biblical reflections on secular holidays
Ascension Day

May 26, 2022
Forty days after Jesus rose from the grave on Resurrection Sunday came a very important but often overlooked event—the ascension of Christ to heaven.
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Christmas Characters

Oct. 1, 2021 from Answers Magazine
These devotionals provide one lesson per week for family or private devotions in the months leading up to Christmas.
Thanksgiving in Times of Uncertainty

Nov. 26, 2020
Looking back at past Thanksgivings as we are thankful to God in 2020, a year of uncertainty.
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Thankful We're Not Alone in the Universe

Nov. 25, 2020 from Ken Ham Blog
The atheistic outlook of an evolutionary worldview cannot account for gratitude, but Christians can and should be thankful this Thanksgiving.
El Día de los Muertos

Oct. 31, 2020, pp. 15–17
A history and overview of El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) - spiritual darkness in Mexico and Christ’s victory over death.
Remembering Lincoln

Feb. 17, 2020
As we remember Abraham Lincoln, we consider his belief that “all men are created equal” and his fight against slavery.
Thanksgiving Proclamation: A Traditional American Holiday

Nov. 28, 2019
George Washingon: "It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will...and humbly implore His protection and favor.
Independence Day

July 4, 2018
Millions of Americans commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence with backyard barbecues and family gatherings, capping it off with fireworks.
Why Did God Make Years, Months, and Days?

Jan. 1, 2018
Have you ever wondered why God made days, weeks, months, and years? Here are three biblical reasons that may change how you think about time.
Characteristics of a Godly Father

June 17, 2016
A father’s influence can powerfully affect others, and he must fulfill his responsibilities, but we must leave the ultimate results to our gracious God.
A Night When Evil Is Celebrated

Oct. 27, 2008
Few festivals give Christians in the Western world more cause for debate than Halloween.
Magazine Article
Happy Holidays

Dec. 4, 2007 from Answers Magazine
As Christians, we don’t know whether to be sad, angry, or indifferent. The frustrating reality is that, for most in our culture today, secularism has almost fully obscured the roots of many holidays.
Magazine Article
When the World Comes Knocking

Sept. 5, 2006 from Answers Magazine
Mini chocolate bars, gummy bears, and the gospel? Yes, they can go together, especially on October 31 when children in costumes knock on your door.
Magazine Department Article
Glorious Season

Sept. 5, 2006 from Answers Magazine
Fall is a glorious season, especially for an Illinois boy like me!