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Halloween is almost here again

Discussion in 'Baptist Theology & Bible Study' started by evangelist6589, Oct 20, 2017.

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  1. evangelist6589

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    Its that time of the year again as Satan's Holiday (The Devils night) approaches. Personally Christians should not celebrate Halloween since it is Satan's holiday. But Halloween can definitely be a witnessing opportunity. So how will you use this holiday to spread the gospel?
     
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    Halloween is not "Satan's Holiday" nor is it "The Devil's Night."

    Halloween or All Hallows' Eve, also called All Saints' Eve, is a celebration observed on October 31st, the eve of the Roman Catholic feast of All Hallows' Day, or All Saints Day.

    It begins the three-day observance of Allhallowtide, the time in the Catholic liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the faithful departed. :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:
     
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    This year October 31st is very special!

    Martin Luther nailed the 95 Theses on the door of the Wittenberg Castle Church on October 31,1517 starting the Reformation.

    Rob
     
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    Great observation. Of course, the reformation did not begin with Luther, but he certainly brought it to the forefront of widespread attention.

    And thus the momentous occasion should be celebrated by all Christians.

    It is also probably myth that he nailed his 95 Theses on the church door. The historical record indicates he sent them via courier (what we would call "mailed them").

    Here is a great article by Dr. Michael Svigel who is department chair and professor of theological studies at Dallas Theological Seminary.

    3 Redeeming Myths of the Reformation - DTS voice
     
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    I only go for the candy there. LOL!
     
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    Same
     
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    All days belong to God.
     
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    Not a day designed to give Satan worship.
     
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    You seem to have missed some facts.

    Halloween is not "Satan's Holiday" nor is it "The Devil's Night."

    Halloween or All Hallows' Eve, also called All Saints' Eve, is a celebration observed on October 31st, the eve of the Roman Catholic feast of All Hallows' Day, or All Saints Day.

    It begins the three-day observance of Allhallowtide, the time in the Catholic liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the faithful departed.
     
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    I don't think I've seen a more superstitious statement on the BB, and I've seen some doozies.

    Who made the day? Is Christ any less King on October 31, than He is on October 30?
     
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    Satanic holidays - Wikipedia

    In The Satanic Bible, Satanist Anton LaVey writes that "after one's own birthday, the two major Satanic holidays are Walpurgisnacht and Halloween (or All Hallows' Eve)".
     
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    You misunderstand, @evangelist6589 . The hallows in Halloween are saints who have died. The Catholic church observed Halloween for centuries before it became associated with its contemporary celebrations. There are also people who associate Christmas with Christ rather than Santa.
     
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    Then I stand corrected.
     
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    Only one of my critic liked my last post. Strange why my others have not.
     
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    Which post and why?
     
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    so how do we celebrate this day?
     
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    In the immortal words of Adam Sandler... Gimme some CANDAAAAAAY!... Brother Glen:Biggrin:Biggrin:Biggrin
     
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    We dress our children up like monsters and take them out to beg for candy. I've even developed a taste for tootsie rolls.
     
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