Be Careful At Christmas

There are lot of pagan traditions, talismans, and trinkets that make there way into our Christian homes during the holidays. One particular serpent is the Xmas Gnome. Gnomes are spirits of the earth, guardians of treasures, and protectors, i.e. familiar demons. Another is the Nutcracker, which in German tradition is a talisman of good luck and that frightens off evil spirits. Both of these are antichrists, for only Jesus is our protector, “The LORD (Jesus, see Romans 10:9, Philippians 2:10-11) is my protector; he is my strong fortress. My God is my protection, and with him I am safe. He protects me like a shield; he defends me and keeps me safe.” (Psalm 18:2).

Then there is the holly and wreaths, which is a Roman pagan custom from the Saturnalia, the worship of the Romanite god, Saturn.

We must be vigilant not to allow idols, and pagan amulet dolls into our homes! We are called as the mature Church to count all things lost but knowing Christ! (Philippians 3:8-9, 15) and to “Worship The Lord, and Serve Him only!” (Luke 4:8). When you allow gnomes and Nutcrackers, and other pagan things into your life, you commit idolatry and open your life to demonic spirits, and the spirit of antichrist.

Christmas has become cabal of pagan customs and images with The Nativity of Christ put in for good measure; like stores that sell religious stuff to make profit off Christians. We must be careful to not give the devil an inch, for he will take a mile.

So do some fact checking, search the odd symbol or creature you feel compelled to put in your home during the holidays. Remember, in this world everything is trying to steal your pure and simple devotion to Christ (2 Corinthians 11:2-3). And we are called to not conform to this world, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” (Romans 12:2). We must be wary of all things that seek to imperil our souls, and make us lukewarm, whom Christ spits out, “So because you are lukewarm (spiritually useless), and neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of My mouth [rejecting you with disgust].” (Revelation 3:16, AMP).

Stand firm! For in Christ is all love, hope, and joy. The things of this world will pass away, but He and his words are forever! Amen.

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