Revelation
This broke out in heaven following birth of the Kingdom
And war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels battled with the dragon, and the dragon and its angels battled
Revelation 12:7
Lands where Jehovah's Witnesses worship. How many?
240
Some say we don't celebrate Christmas because: 1) we don't believe in Jesus 2) we want to divide families by not celebrating the holiday 3) we are not generous, & do not want peace on earth, and goodwill toward men
But, really: What scripture would you share to show why we don't celebrate?
Luke 22: 19, 20
Here is where Jesus commanded we commemorate his death, not his birth
2 Cor. 6:17 ""...separate yourselves....quit touching the unclean thing..."
Christmas is rooted in pagan customs and rites. Therefore, it is not approved by God.
Abraham purchased the cave of Machpelah for this intended use.
Burial place
Genesis 23:19, 20
Moreover, he _______ the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty.
treads
Revelation 19:15
How many Jehovah's Witnesses are there?
9,043,460
Misconception about why we don't celebrate Easter: We must not be Christian, don't believe he was resurrected, we just don't like our kids getting new "Easter clothes, and finding eggs with gifts in them"
What scriptural reason could you share to show why we don't celebrate Easter?
Luke 22: 19,20
Jesus commanded we commemorate his death, not resurrection.
Exodus 20:5
Since the origins of Easter come from ancient fertility rites, it is contrary to "exclusive devotion" to Jehovah. Therefore, celebrating Easter is not approved by God.
Joseph's missing cup was found in Benjamin's ________
Bag
Genesis 44:12
John describes the symbolic locusts found in Revelation 9:7 as resembling that of "a large hoofed domestic animal that is used for carrying or drawing loads and for RIDING"
resembled horses
How many free home Bible courses conducted
7,480,146
Some say we don't celebrate our Birthdays because: 1) We don't like to admit we are getting older 2) We may like receiving presents, but hate giving them.
Ok, but really "Why don't we celebrate birthdays?
Birthday celebrations have pagan roots. One dictionary says:""evil spirits and influences have the opportunity to attack the celebrants" and that "the presence of friends and expression of good wishes help to protect the celebrant""
Deuteronomy 18:14 & Galatians 5:19-21
Here the Bible condemns the use of magic, divination, spiritism, or anything like this.
Pharaoh had one in which he saw seven fat cows eaten up by seven this cows.
Dream
Genesis 41:17-20
Because of their position deep in the body, these organs are used in the Bible to represent one's deepest thoughts and emotions.
innermost thoughts* *Kidneys
Revelation 2:23
Attendance at the annual Memorial of christ's death
21,119,442
Some say we don't celebrate New Year's Day is because (here I go again) we just don't like having fun. Besides, a hangover doesn't sound like fun.
What scripture would you share explain why we don't celebrate the holiday?
One Encyclopedia states: The Romans dedicated this day [January 1] to Janus, the god of gates, doors, and beginnings.
Both the date and the customs associated with New Year's celebrations vary from one country to another. In many places revelry and drinking are part of the festivities.
Romans 13:13 ...not in drunken bouts...
Also, 1 Peter 4: 3,4; Galatians 5:19-21
Jacob's eyes become dull because of this
Age
Genesis 48:10
In the revelation to John, 24 of them are seen seated around Jehovah's throne.
elders
Revelation 4:4
How many congregations are there?
118,767
Location of Adam and Eve's garden home
Garden of Eden
Genesis 2:15