{"id":71553,"date":"2021-10-30T15:30:29","date_gmt":"2021-10-30T23:30:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cogwriter.com\/news\/?p=71553"},"modified":"2021-10-16T15:16:38","modified_gmt":"2021-10-16T23:16:38","slug":"halloween-all-saints-day-and-the-day-of-the-dead","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cogwriter.com\/news\/church-history\/halloween-all-saints-day-and-the-day-of-the-dead\/","title":{"rendered":"Halloween, All Saints’ Day, and the Day of the Dead"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Many Greco-Roman-Protestants will attempt to celebrate Halloween tomorrow.<\/p>\n

It is not a biblical nor Christian holiday.<\/p>\n

The truth is that those who really obey and believe the God of the Bible do not celebrate Halloween.<\/p>\n

Yet, several years ago, actor Kirk Cameron put out a film called Saving Christmas<\/em>. As it turns out, it was reported to be a box office flop (see Kirk Cameron\u2019s Christmas movie flops<\/a>).<\/p>\n

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The reason to bring that up is that while promoting his movie, he made several comments intended to encourage people to celebrate Halloween.<\/p>\n

In light of his new film \u201cSaving Christmas,\u201d Kirk Cameron is also speaking out on Halloween celebrations, urging Christians to get into the spooky spirit this year.<\/p>\n

\u201cKirk Cameron\u2019s Saving Christmas\u201d hits select theaters on Nov. 14,\u2026 Cameron addressed the same theories as they are applied to Halloween, clarifying why Christians \u201cshould have the biggest Halloween party on your block.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe real origins have a lot to do with All Saints Day and All Hallows Eve,\u201d the actor told The Christian Post. \u201cIf you go back to old church calendars, especially Catholic calendars, they recognize the holiday All Saints Day, with All Hallows Eve the day before, when they would remember the dead. That\u2019s all tied in to Halloween.\u201d<\/p>\n

Moreover, the \u201cUnstoppable\u201d star went on to cite the meaning behind dressing up in frightening costumes on Halloween, clarifying the meaning of Oct. 31.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen you go out on Halloween and see all people dressed in costumes and see someone in a great big bobble head Obama costume with great big ears and an Obama face, are they honoring him or poking fun?\u201d Cameron asked.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey are poking fun at him,\u201d the actor said, answering his own question before comparing the concept of costumes to early Christianity.<\/p>\n

\u201cEarly on, Christians would dress up in costumes as the devil, ghosts, goblins and witches precisely to make the point that those things were defeated and overthrown by the resurrected Jesus Christ,\u201d Cameron continued. \u201cThe costumes poke fun at the fact that the devil and other evils were publicly humiliated by Christ at His resurrection. That\u2019s what the Scriptures say, that He publicly humiliated the devil when He triumphed over power and principality and put them under his feet. Over time you get some pagans who want to go this is our day, high holy day of Satanic church, that this is all about death, but Christians have always known since the first century that death was defeated, that the grave was overwhelmed, that ghosts, goblins, devils are foolish has-beens who used to be in power but not anymore. That\u2019s the perspective Christians should have. 10\/24\/2014 http:\/\/www.christianpost.com\/news\/kirk-cameron-on-halloween-christians-should-have-the-biggest-party-on-the-block-128345\/<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Isn\u2019t the perspective real Christians should have is what does the Bible teach and what did early Christians do?<\/p>\n

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\u201cOver time you get some pagans who want to go this is our day, high holy day of Satanic church, that this is all about death, but Christians have always known since the first century that death was defeated, that the grave was overwhelmed, that ghosts, goblins, devils are foolish has-beens who used to be in power but not anymore. That\u2019s the perspective Christians should have.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Everything in this quote shows extreme diarrhea of the mouth. Christians right up until the modern day have been afraid of devils, goblins, and ghosts, and that fear often manifested on Halloween. To the Christian of the Middle Ages the night was full of terrors, and things didn\u2019t really change until the 20th Century. http:\/\/www.patheos.com\/blogs\/panmankey\/2014\/10\/kirk-cameron-doesnt-get-halloween-like-most-people\/#udp0U90wBMfduxrG.99<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Despite Kirk Cameron\u2019s claims, the Bible condemns pagan celebrations and early Christians did NOT dress up as witches and devils. Related to that, someone properly commented, \u201cIf there is anything Kirk Cameron is fond of, other than bananas, it is making up his own facts about things. \u2026 this week, he brings us his version of the history of Halloween\u201d (https:\/\/www.deathandtaxesmag.com\/229911\/kirk-cameron-explains-how-jesus-invented-halloween-to-mock-obama-or-something\/).<\/p>\n

The Bible teaches:<\/p>\n

10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.<\/p>\n

14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; (Ephesians 6:10-17)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The Bible does not teach to put on costumes of witches or other things associated with darkness. Early Christians did NOT dress up as witches. True Christians rely on the word of God.<\/p>\n

The Bible condemns pagan celebrations and early Christians did NOT dress up as witches and devils. Jesus was not even born on December 25th (see also How did December 25th become Christmas?<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Notice something that Jesus taught:<\/p>\n

23 But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him. 24 God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth. (John 4:23-24)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Christmas is a lie. True worshipers will NOT be celebrating it. To learn more about who the true Christians are, check out the following: Where is the True Christian Church Today?<\/a><\/p>\n

Kirk Cameron not only overlooks this, he seems to be pushing a more \u2018ecumenical\u2019 and anti-biblical view of what he calls Christianity. This is wrong, and will NOT end well (cf. Revelation 18).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The Continuing<\/em> Church of God<\/a> put together the following sermon related to Halloween on its ContinuingCOG <\/a>channel:<\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s Get Real About Halloween<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Is Halloween an actual Christian holiday? Is it listed among the \u2018Feast of the Lord\u2019 in Leviticus 23? Where did the date October 31 come from? What about All Saints Day and the Mexican Day of the Dead? Did Celtic Druid observations of Samhain (pronounced sah-vah) occur then? Any similarities to Japanese, Chinese, or Scottish traditions? Is Halloween an important holiday to Satanists and those involved with Wicca? What is the origin of bonfires, costumes, and going door to door? Should Christians dress up as ghosts, witches, harlots, or \u2018sexy nurses\u2019 to celebrate it? What are reasons that Protestant pastors and publications like \u2018Christianity Today\u2019 say Halloween should be observed? What are the arguments that celebrities such as Kirk Cameron and Hailey Bieber promoted? Do they agree with the Bible? Did early Christians observe anything like Halloween? Are there Roman Catholic leaders for and against the observation of Halloween? How is Halloween claimed to be similar to Christmas and Easter? Does Halloween promote the gospel of the Kingdom of God? Was Halloween part of the original faith that the Apostles Paul and Jude said should be continued\/contended for? When did Halloween begin to be observed? Dr. Thiel addresses these issues and more.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Here is a link to our sermon: Let\u2019s Get Real About Halloween<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Some Protestants and many Roman Catholics will not only observe Halloween, they will observe All Saints’ Day on November 1st, with some Mexicans celebrating the ‘Day of the Dead’ until November 2nd.<\/p>\n

I have noticed that mainstream secular sources have pushed the ‘Day of the Dead’ a lot in the past few years–they used to basically ignore it before.<\/p>\n

Related to all three of these observances, the Continuing<\/em> Church of God<\/a> is put together the following sermon on its ContinuingCOG <\/a>channel:<\/p>\n

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Since the 1950s, groups like the United Nations and the United World Federalists have been working towards a one-world government. The world has problems like hunger, injustice, poverty, pollution, crime, and mistreatment. Is a one-world government the solution to these and other problems facing humanity? Will humanity bring about utopia? Will the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development succeed? What are the 17 goals and are there any problems with their attainment? Will the objectives of Pope Francis’ ‘Laudato Si’ and other efforts bring lasting peace? What about the World Council of Churches and other pushing for a one-world religion? Is any of this in conflict with scripture? Is the Kingdom of God here now? Will there be a conflict between the true followers of Jesus and the Babylonian one-world cooperation that the UN and Vatican want? What message did Jesus come to preach? Does God have the solution? Dr. Thiel addresses these and other matters.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Here is a link to the sermon: All Hallowed Saints’ Day of the Dead<\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n

Some items of possibly related interest may include:<\/em><\/p>\n

All Saints\u2019 Day, the Day of the Dead, and All Souls\u2019 Day<\/a> When did \u201cAll Saints Day\u201d and the \u201cDay of the Dead\u201d begin? \u201cWhat about All Soul\u2019s Day\u201d? Here is a link to a related sermo: All Hallowed Saints’ Day of the Dead<\/a>.
\nIs Halloween Holy Time for Christians? <\/a>Here are some historical and biblical insight on this question. There are many cultures that have celebrations and observances that are similar to some associated with Halloween. What did the Druids do? Is Halloween one of the most important holidays for Satanists? Do the Japanese, Indians, and Chinese have any practices that are similar to some associated with Halloween? Does the Bible endorse or condemn practices that are associated with Halloween? Here is a link to a related sermon: Let’s Get Real About Halloween<\/a>.<\/span> Here are links to three related sermonette length videos: Debunking 17 reasons to celebrate Halloween<\/a>, Halloween: Are there 7 reasons for Christians to celebrate it?<\/a>, and International ‘Halloween’ Should Christians observe Halloween?<\/a>
\n<\/span><\/span>Debunking 17 reasons to celebrate Halloween<\/a> What is Halloween? What do Druids and saints have to do with it? Does the Bible endorse Halloween? When did people start to observe it? Should Christians celebrate it? It seems like more reasons are given by some Protestants and Catholics each year to observe it. In this video, Dr. Thiel gives 17 reasons that have been given to celebrate Halloween and debunks each of them from the Bible. Three reasons he debunks have been promoted by the actor Kirk Cameron\u2013with others from pastors and religious writers. He also debunks what could be called an 18th reason from a Catholic source\u2013plus cites Catholic sources (including the Vatican) opposed to its observance.
\nDo You Practice Mithraism?<\/a> Many practices and doctrines that mainstream so-called Christian groups have are the same or similar to those of the sun-god Mithras. December 25th was celebrated as his birthday. Do you follow Mithraism combined with the Bible or original Christianity? A sermon video from Vatican City is titled Church of Rome, Mithras, and Isis? <\/a>
\nHope of Salvation: How the Continuing<\/em> Church of God Differs from Protestantism<\/a> The CCOG is NOT Protestant. This free online book explains how the real <\/em>Church of God differs from mainstream\/traditional Protestants. Several sermons related to the free book are also available: Protestant, Baptist, and CCOG History<\/a>; The First Protestant, God\u2019s Command, Grace, & Character<\/a>; The New Testament, Martin Luther, and the Canon<\/a>; Eucharist, Passover, and Easter<\/a>; Views of Jews, Lost Tribes, Warfare, & Baptism<\/a>; Scripture vs. Tradition, Sabbath vs. Sunday<\/a>; Church Services, Sunday, Heaven, and God\u2019s Plan<\/a><\/a>; Seventh Day Baptists\/Adventists\/Messianics: Protestant or COG?<\/a>; Millennial Kingdom of God and God\u2019s Plan of Salvation<\/a>; Crosses, Trees, Tithes, and Unclean Meats<\/a>; The Godhead and the Trinity<\/a>; Fleeing or Rapture?<\/a>; and Ecumenism, Rome, and CCOG Differences<\/a>.
\nIs There \u201cAn Annual Worship Calendar\u201d In the Bible?<\/a> This paper provides a biblical and historical critique of several articles, including one by the Tkach WCG which states that this should be a local decision. What do the Holy Days mean?
\nHoly Day Calendar<\/a> This is a listing of the biblical holy days through 2024, with their Roman calendar dates. They are really hard to observe if you do not know when they occur ? In the Spanish\/Espa\u00f1ol\/Castellano language: Calendario de los D\u00edas Santos<\/a>. In Mandarin Chinese: \u4f55\u65e5\u662f\u795e\u7684\u5723\u65e5\uff1f \u8fd9\u91cc\u662f\u4e00\u4efd\u795e\u7684\u5723\u65e5\u65e5\u5386\u4ece2013\u5e74\u81f32024\u5e74\u3002<\/a>.
\nHanukkah: Jewish Christmas and Hidden Key to Prophecy? <\/a> Originally a Jewish national holiday, has Hanukkah morphed into a Jewish Christmas? Does it hold hidden secrets to prophecy? Here is a related video: Hanukkah, Tradition, and Prophecy<\/a>.
\nCanadian & Philadelphian Mummers Parades: Another tie to Saturnalia<\/a> In Canada there is a ’12 days of Christmas’ celebration involving Mummers. In Philadelphia, a parade is held on New Years. Does this come from the Bible or where?
\nWas Jesus Born in the Grotto of the Nativity?<\/a> Was Jesus born in a below ground cave? Was Jesus born below the “Church of the Nativity”? Were the wise men there?
\nHow did December 25th become Christmas?<\/a> Was Jesus born then? If not, why December 25? Here is the article translated into Mandarin Chinese 12\u670825\u65e5\u6700\u540e\u662f\u600e\u4e48\u88ab\u8bb8\u591a\u57fa\u7763\u7684\u4fe1\u4ef0\u8005\u91c7\u7eb3\u7684<\/a>.
\nIs Keeping Christmas a Sin?<\/a> Is keeping Christmas acceptable for true Christians? What are some scriptures to consider?
\nWhat Does the Catholic Church Teach About Christmas and the Holy Days?<\/a> Do you know what the Catholic Church says were the original Christian holy days? Was Christmas among them? Is December 25th Jesus’ birthday or that of the sun god? Here is a link to a related sermon: What do Catholic and other scholars teach about Christmas? <\/a>
\nWhich Is Faithful: The Roman Catholic Church or the Continuing<\/em> Church of God?<\/a> Do you know that both groups shared a lot of the earliest teachings? Do you know which church changed? Do you know which group is most faithful to the teachings of the apostolic church? Which group best represents true Christianity? This documented article answers those questions.
\nDid Early Christians Celebrate Birthdays?<\/a> Did biblical era Jews celebrate birthdays? Who originally celebrated birthdays? When did many that profess Christ begin birthday celebrations? A related sermon video is available and is titled: Birthdays, Christians, and December 25th<\/a>.<\/span>
\nInternational ‘Halloween’ Should Christians observe Halloween?<\/a> There are many cultures that have celebrations and observances that are similar to some associated with Halloween. What did the Druids do? Is Halloween one of the most important holidays for Satanists? Do the Japanese, Indians, and Chinese have any practices that are similar to some associated with Halloween? Does the Bible endorse or condemn practices that are associated with Halloween?<\/em> This is a video.
\nShould You Keep God’s Holy Days or Demonic Holidays?<\/a> This is a free pdf booklet explaining what the Bible and history shows about God’s Holy Days and popular holidays. Two related sermon would be Which Spring Days should Christians observe?<\/a> and Fall Holy Days for Christians<\/a>.
\nBeliefs of the Original Catholic Church<\/a>. Did the original \u201ccatholic church\u201d have doctrines held by the Continuing Church of God? Did Church of God leaders uses the term \u201ccatholic church\u201d to ever describe the church they were part of? Here are links to related sermons: Original Catholic Church of God?<\/a> , Original Catholic Doctrine: Creed, Liturgy, Baptism, Passover<\/a>, and What Type of Catholic was Polycarp of Smyrna?<\/a>, Tradition, Holy Days, Salvation, Dress, & Celibacy<\/a>, and Early Heresies and Heretics<\/a>, and Doctrines: 3 Days, Abortion, Ecumenism, Meats<\/a>, Tithes, Crosses, Destiny, and more<\/a>, and Saturday or Sunday?<\/a>, The Godhead<\/a>, Apostolic Laying on of Hands Succession<\/a>, and Church in the Wilderness Apostolic Succession List<\/a>.
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