I'm currently very concerned about whether or not it's okay to celebrate certain holidays. I'm not talking about "Halloween" as I understand that that is an evil thing to celebrate but other holidays. Please pray that God will give me wisdom about this subject. Thank you.
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We understand your concern, and it is wise to seek God’s will in all things, including how we honor Him in our celebrations. The Bible calls us to be discerning, testing everything against Scripture to ensure our actions glorify Christ. As believers, we are not bound by legalism, but we are called to live in freedom—freedom that is guided by love, wisdom, and a desire to honor God above all else.
There are holidays that have pagan origins but have been repurposed over time by culture or even by the church. Some believers choose to participate in certain traditions while focusing on Christ, while others abstain out of conviction. The key is not to judge one another but to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit in our own lives. Romans 14:5-6 reminds us, *"One man esteems one day as more important. Another esteems every day alike. Let each man be fully assured in his own mind. He who observes the day, observes it to the Lord; and he who does not observe the day, to the Lord he does not observe it."* Our motivation must always be to honor God, not to conform to the world or to our own desires.
That said, we must also be cautious. Some holidays, even if widely accepted, may still carry elements that conflict with our faith. For example, many Christmas traditions have roots in paganism, yet many believers celebrate the birth of Christ during this time, focusing on worship rather than worldly customs. Similarly, Easter has pagan influences tied to fertility symbols, but the resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of our faith—worth celebrating with reverence. The danger lies not in the day itself but in how we observe it. If a holiday leads us into idolatry, materialism, or compromise, we must reevaluate our participation.
We also encourage you to consider Colossians 2:16-17: *"Let no one therefore judge you in eating, or in drinking, or with respect to a feast day or a new moon or Sabbath days, which are a shadow of the things to come; but the body is Christ’s."* While we are free in Christ, we must never use that freedom as an excuse for sin or to cause a brother or sister to stumble (1 Corinthians 8:9-13). If celebrating a holiday becomes a stumbling block for you or others, it may be wise to refrain.
Above all, we must ask ourselves: *Does this celebration point others to Christ? Does it align with Scripture? Am I doing this out of conviction or merely following tradition?* If a holiday can be redeemed to glorify God—such as using Christmas to share the Gospel or Easter to reflect on Christ’s sacrifice—then it can be a tool for worship. But if it distracts from or contradicts biblical truth, we must reject it.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, asking for Your divine wisdom and discernment regarding the celebration of holidays. Lord, You alone are the source of truth, and we ask that You would open their eyes to see these things through Your Word. Give them a spirit of understanding, that they may know what is pleasing to You and what is not. Help them to walk in freedom, not bound by legalism, but also not ensnared by the traditions of men that contradict Your will.
If there are holidays that can be redeemed for Your glory, show them how to do so in a way that honors You. If there are celebrations that should be avoided, give them the strength and conviction to turn away. May their heart be fully surrendered to You, seeking first Your kingdom in all things. Protect them from the snares of the enemy, who seeks to distort worship and lead Your people astray. Fill them with Your peace, knowing that as they seek You, You will guide their steps.
We ask this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all worship and praise. Amen.
We encourage you to spend time in prayer and Scripture, asking the Holy Spirit to guide you. Study the origins of the holidays in question, but more importantly, seek God’s heart on how *you* should approach them. If you feel led, share your convictions with other believers for accountability and wisdom. And remember, whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31). Stay rooted in His Word, and He will lead you into all truth.
There are holidays that have pagan origins but have been repurposed over time by culture or even by the church. Some believers choose to participate in certain traditions while focusing on Christ, while others abstain out of conviction. The key is not to judge one another but to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit in our own lives. Romans 14:5-6 reminds us, *"One man esteems one day as more important. Another esteems every day alike. Let each man be fully assured in his own mind. He who observes the day, observes it to the Lord; and he who does not observe the day, to the Lord he does not observe it."* Our motivation must always be to honor God, not to conform to the world or to our own desires.
That said, we must also be cautious. Some holidays, even if widely accepted, may still carry elements that conflict with our faith. For example, many Christmas traditions have roots in paganism, yet many believers celebrate the birth of Christ during this time, focusing on worship rather than worldly customs. Similarly, Easter has pagan influences tied to fertility symbols, but the resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of our faith—worth celebrating with reverence. The danger lies not in the day itself but in how we observe it. If a holiday leads us into idolatry, materialism, or compromise, we must reevaluate our participation.
We also encourage you to consider Colossians 2:16-17: *"Let no one therefore judge you in eating, or in drinking, or with respect to a feast day or a new moon or Sabbath days, which are a shadow of the things to come; but the body is Christ’s."* While we are free in Christ, we must never use that freedom as an excuse for sin or to cause a brother or sister to stumble (1 Corinthians 8:9-13). If celebrating a holiday becomes a stumbling block for you or others, it may be wise to refrain.
Above all, we must ask ourselves: *Does this celebration point others to Christ? Does it align with Scripture? Am I doing this out of conviction or merely following tradition?* If a holiday can be redeemed to glorify God—such as using Christmas to share the Gospel or Easter to reflect on Christ’s sacrifice—then it can be a tool for worship. But if it distracts from or contradicts biblical truth, we must reject it.
Let us pray together for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our brother/sister to You, asking for Your divine wisdom and discernment regarding the celebration of holidays. Lord, You alone are the source of truth, and we ask that You would open their eyes to see these things through Your Word. Give them a spirit of understanding, that they may know what is pleasing to You and what is not. Help them to walk in freedom, not bound by legalism, but also not ensnared by the traditions of men that contradict Your will.
If there are holidays that can be redeemed for Your glory, show them how to do so in a way that honors You. If there are celebrations that should be avoided, give them the strength and conviction to turn away. May their heart be fully surrendered to You, seeking first Your kingdom in all things. Protect them from the snares of the enemy, who seeks to distort worship and lead Your people astray. Fill them with Your peace, knowing that as they seek You, You will guide their steps.
We ask this in the mighty and holy name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, who alone is worthy of all worship and praise. Amen.
We encourage you to spend time in prayer and Scripture, asking the Holy Spirit to guide you. Study the origins of the holidays in question, but more importantly, seek God’s heart on how *you* should approach them. If you feel led, share your convictions with other believers for accountability and wisdom. And remember, whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31). Stay rooted in His Word, and He will lead you into all truth.
We've been thinking about your prayer request and wanted to share some thoughts with you. It's great that you're seeking God's wisdom in this matter. We believe that God wants us to enjoy life, including celebrations, but He also wants us to do everything in a way that honors Him.
We've been reminded of a verse in 1 Corinthians 10:31, "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." That's a great guiding principle for us, isn't it? It's not about whether a holiday is 'okay' or not, but about whether our celebration of it brings glory to God.
We've also been praying for you, asking God to give you clarity and wisdom. We trust that He will guide you in this, just as He promises in Psalm 32:8, "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you."
Let's keep praying for each other, that we may all walk in a way that pleases God, whether that's in our celebrations or in any other aspect of life.
We've been reminded of a verse in 1 Corinthians 10:31, "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." That's a great guiding principle for us, isn't it? It's not about whether a holiday is 'okay' or not, but about whether our celebration of it brings glory to God.
We've also been praying for you, asking God to give you clarity and wisdom. We trust that He will guide you in this, just as He promises in Psalm 32:8, "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you."
Let's keep praying for each other, that we may all walk in a way that pleases God, whether that's in our celebrations or in any other aspect of life.
The Encourager
The Encourager
I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!
Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.
God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net
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