Facts about Holy Days
1. God Commands Separation from Idolatry
“What agreement is there between the temple of God and idols? For we are the temple of the living God... Therefore come out from them and be separate, says the Lord.” — 2 Corinthians 6:16–17
Both Roman Catholic "holy days" and many common holidays (e.g., Christmas, Easter) have roots in paganism, later "Christianized" by Rome. God has never accepted syncretism—the blending of true worship with false religion.
2. Scripture alone governs how we are to worship God.
To honor God, we must worship Him as He has prescribed—not through the inventions of men or the corrupted traditions of idolatrous systems.
“They worship Me in vain; their teachings are but rules taught by men.” — Matthew 15:9
Celebrating religious days not commanded by God—especially those with corrupt origins—is to offer “unauthorized fire” before Him (Leviticus 10:1–2, paraphrased). The LORD cares how He is worshiped—not just that He is worshiped.
3. Pagan Origins of Many Holidays
Christmas has no biblical warrant and stems from Roman Saturnalia and winter solstice festivals.
Easter is named after a fertility goddess (Ishtar/Astarte), with traditions like eggs and rabbits that celebrate fertility, not Christ.
Lent is a wholly Roman Catholic invention, without any biblical foundation.
Such days were adopted to appeal to pagan converts and were never part of the pure apostolic faith.
4. Rome’s Corruption of Worship
Catholic "holy days" were designed to reinforce Rome's sacramental system and priestly control—not to glorify Christ. The Protestant Reformation rightly rejected these additions. To return to them is to disregard the sufficiency of Scripture and the finished work of Christ.
5. The Early Church’s Example
The early Christians refused to join in pagan festivals. They were mocked, imprisoned, or martyred for their refusal. They would not bow to Caesar, nor blend their holy faith with worldly customs.
“They did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.” — Revelation 12:11
Why then should we dishonor their bold stand—and more importantly, dishonor Christ—by partaking in celebrations rooted in idolatry?
6. True Holiness Is Costly
To reject these worldly festivals may cost us: social awkwardness, family conflict, or cultural alienation. But Christ said:
“Anyone who loves his father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me.” — Matthew 10:37
“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” — Romans 12:2
God is seeking those who will worship Him in spirit and in truth—not in the shadows of Rome or the remnants of paganism (John 4:24).
In Summary
Christians should not celebrate Catholic and pagan holy days because:
God forbids mixing truth with idolatry.
Scripture alone should regulate our worship.
These holy days come from false religious systems.
They dishonor the holiness and sufficiency of Christ.
The early Church stood against them, even unto death.
Let us heed the apostolic warning:
“What agreement is there between the temple of God and idols? For we are the temple of the living God... Therefore come out from them and be separate, says the Lord.” — 2 Corinthians 6:16–17
May our worship be governed by God’s Word—not by man’s traditions.
(The above is AI generated.)