Rod McNair

[The text below represents an edited transcript of this Tomorrow’s World program.]

Why Is Baptism Important?

Is baptism required for salvation? Or is it just a legalistic ritual? Who should do the baptizing? And what’s the purpose of baptism in the first place?

These are just a few of the many questions surrounding baptism. Some see it as a required step to salvation, others as blatant legalism. Some say anyone can baptize; others understand that only ordained ministers should. Some baptize infants, while others say, no, candidates must be adults.

Is there a way to sort through the confusion? Can you understand the topic of baptism and the real meaning behind it?

The answer is yes. And today, on Tomorrow’s World, we’re going to dive into this subject and find out what the Bible says about this important topic. We need to know how to separate mere tradition from the truth.

The Purpose of Baptism

Welcome to Tomorrow’s World, where we help you make sense of your world through the pages of the Bible.

From time to time, we get questions from viewers on doctrinal issues. Few Bible topics cause as much difference of opinion as baptism. And yet, baptism is a fundamental doctrine for New Testament Christians, as the author of Hebrews noted, in Hebrews 6:1–2.

Therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, of the doctrine of baptisms, of laying on of hands, of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.

So, baptism is important. But what exactly do we mean when we speak of baptism? That leads us to the first question we’ll examine today:

1. What is the purpose of baptism?

To answer this question, we must first understand the real meaning of the word “baptize.”

The English word “baptize” is really only an anglicized form of the Greek word “baptizo.” And “baptizo” means “to dip, or to sink.” This is the Greek word referring to baptism in the New Testament.

So, in other words, at its very basic foundation, “baptize” means to submerge in and under water.

Now that might come as a surprise to you, if you grew up in a church that baptized by sprinkling or pouring.

We’ll see the significance of this as we go along.

First, let’s look at a literal example of how baptism was done in the New Testament. Notice the example of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch, beginning in Acts 8:36.

Now as they went down the road, they came to some water. And the eunuch said, “See, here is water. What hinders me from being baptized?” Then Philip said, “If you believe with all your heart, you may.” And he answered and said, “I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.” So he commanded the chariot to stand still. And both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water, and he baptized him (Acts 8:36–38).

Notice, both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water. That’s immersion. Going on in verse 39:

Now when they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord caught Philip away, so that the eunuch saw him no more… (Acts 8:39).

So they went down into the water, and then came up out of the water. It’s plain this is talking about full immersion. Now, why does this matter?

Baptism Requires Full Immersion in Water, Because Baptism Symbolizes Death

Well, there is great significance in baptism by immersion. What is that significance? At its very core, baptism is symbolic of death. Notice what the Apostle Paul wrote in Romans 6:3.

Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death?

When we go down under the water, we are figuratively dying. We are to let the old man—or the old woman—die. We are to let go of our past sins, our habits, our ways of thinking, and our ways of doing things. We are then to be raised up out of the water ready to learn a new way. Going on in Romans 6:4.

Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life.

So what does baptism teach us? It’s about dying to the self. That’s what we must do when we’re baptized—die to the self. Notice what Paul wrote in Galatians 2:20. I’ll read it in the King James Version.

I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.

Baptism Is a Commitment to Change Your Life

If we’re seeking baptism, it means we want to be forgiven of our sins. And that’s true. But it’s much more as well. It means we want to change our life. We want to be different. And by the power of the sacrifice of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and by the receiving of the Holy Spirit, we can be different.

This is why Jesus instructed His apostles to baptize by immersion, because immersion can remind us we are to be crucified with Christ and dead to our past. Now baptism alone—just going through the act—doesn’t mean we are conquered and surrendered to God. But if we let the mode of baptism teach us about the purpose of baptism, it can change our life.

Baptism Is Required for Salvation (Mark 16:16)

That leads us to our next question:

2. Is the doctrine of baptism just a legalistic ritual?

Some see any action a Christian must do in obedience to God as legalistic. Any act you must do, that is required for salvation, is somehow “earning salvation.” So, is baptism a “legalistic” ritual?

As in the previous answer, there is much more to baptism than just a physical act. It has profound spiritual meaning for the Christian, if we’re truly repenting and surrendering to God.

Consider something else. There is a growing number of people today in mainstream Christianity who say anything we must do to be saved is “legalism.” But if that’s true, if a person doesn’t have to keep any commands of God, then he can live a life of lying, cheating, stealing, and even murdering—and still be saved. But that’s not what the Apostle John wrote in 1 John 3:15.

Whoever hates his brother is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.

It’s not legalism to obey the commandments. It’s simply doing what God says. And God will not give eternal life to anyone who doesn’t do what He says.

Belief in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is absolutely vital to becoming a true Christian. We must have faith in His sacrifice for our sins. And we must develop a deep and profound appreciation for what He did for us. We must have belief in Him and call on His name in faith if we want to receive salvation from sins. As Paul wrote in Romans 10:9 and 13:

If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved…. Whoever calls on the name of the LORD shall be saved… (Romans 10:9, 13).

So where does baptism fit in? Well, we must put all the Scriptures together. We don’t just build a fundamental doctrine around one or two Scriptures and leave the rest out. So, is baptism, along with faith and belief, necessary for salvation? That’s a good question.

Let’s let the greatest authority on that subject answer the question Himself. That is, of course, Jesus Christ our Savior. And notice what He is recorded saying in Mark 16:15–16:

And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. He who believes and is baptized [notice this] will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned” (Mark 16:15–16).

What did Christ say? “He who believes and is baptized will be saved.”

Baptism Works With Faith and Belief

Now baptism by itself is not a magical, mystical method of obtaining eternal life by its very act. No—nothing could be further from the truth.

On the other hand, baptism is a requirement for salvation—according to our Savior. But for it to be effective in that sense, it must be accompanied by faith and trust and belief in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ for our sins. And it must be accompanied by a deep appreciation for His role as our personal Savior, and a commitment to obey Him in everything.

So no, baptism is not some meaningless, legalistic ritual. It’s an outward expression of an inward conviction.

In other words, we believe in and call on the name of Christ. We confess our sins, and we repent of them. That means, we stop sinning and go the other way. We change. And then in faith, we are obedient to Jesus as our Lord and Master, conforming every part of our life to Him and His will.

So, we need belief and baptism. It’s not one or the other. It’s both.

Understanding That Our Sins Caused Our Savior’s Death Should Stir Us to Action

In addition, we need to deeply repent of our sins. And then we need the laying on of hands to receive the Holy Spirit.

We find that explained in Acts 2. This chapter shows that Peter gave a sermon on the Day of Pentecost, telling the crowd they were guilty of the death of the Messiah. Notice their response in Acts 2:37:

Now when they heard this, they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Men and brethren, what shall we do?”

That should be our response as well.

When we realize we are personally responsible for the death of our Savior, we should be cut to the heart, as it said. We should be deeply moved. And we should be ready to listen and learn about what God wants us to do.

They had that humble attitude. Notice what Peter’s response was in Acts 2:38.

Then Peter said to them, “Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”

You believe in your Savior, you confess with your mouth that He is your Lord and Master, and then you act in faith. You repent, you are baptized by immersion and, in faith, you receive the Holy Spirit by the laying on of hands. Baptism is a result of belief and faith. It’s an outward expression of inner conviction.

Who Should Baptize?

Another question that sometimes comes up is:

3. Who should baptize?

There is a lot of confusion about this question. Some think anyone who wants to can baptize. Some even believe they can baptize themselves!

But instead of just using our own imagination, let’s look at the Bible itself. Let’s look to it for guidance.

When Jesus commanded His disciples to preach the Gospel, He also sent them to heal the sick, cast out demons, and baptize. But not just anyone was authorized to do so.

We find this explained in the Book of Acts. Philip was a deacon, ordained in Acts chapter 6, and in Acts chapter 8, he went to Samaria and preached Christ. He baptized many people, including Simon the sorcerer, who at the time appeared to be sincere and repentant.

But notice, only the apostles had the authority to lay hands on them to receive the Holy Spirit. We pick up the story in Acts 8:14–17.

Now when the apostles who were at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent Peter and John to them, who, when they had come down, prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit. For as yet He had fallen upon none of them. They had only been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. Then they laid hands on them, and they received the Holy Spirit.

It was only when the apostles laid hands on them, in prayer, that these people received the Holy Spirit. That’s how you receive it—not just by believing in your heart. You repent of your sins, in obedience to Jesus Christ. You ask for His forgiveness in faith, and then you must be baptized for the remission of sins. And then you have hands laid on you, for the receiving of the Holy Spirit.

Simon the sorcerer recognized this very clearly. And so he offered them money to have this authority as well. Of course, the apostles refused.

So, who should baptize? Only those who have duly ordained into the ministry of Jesus Christ.

Of course, on the question of, “Can I baptize myself?”, the answer is clearly no. There is no record of anyone in Scripture baptizing themselves. And baptizing yourself would go against the principle that it takes someone who has already given over their life to God themselves—and been ordained into the ministry—to baptize. It would be a contradiction to say someone would be authorized to baptize themselves. It’s purely the fruit of human imagination, not following the instruction given us by Jesus Christ.

Why Be Baptized?

And that brings us to perhaps the most important question of all. That is:

4. Why should you be baptized in the first place?

We’ve discussed the purpose of baptism, that it’s not just a legalistic rite, and that it must only be done by those who are authorized to baptize. But why do we need to be baptized in the first place?

We all have sinned. We find that in Romans 3:23. Notice what Paul wrote:

For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.

We all have earned the death penalty by our sins. That’s found in Romans 6:23:

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

So, what do we do? Are we left hopeless, awaiting the eternal death, never to live again?

Be Baptized Because Jesus Christ Died for Your Sins

Jesus Christ came to this earth to live a human life, and then die for the sins of all humanity. That means He died for you, and He died for me—and every other human being who has ever lived or will ever live.

So, we have the opportunity to have our sins forgiven.

But it’s not a cheap grace that we receive just by having a feeling in our heart, or by confessing the right words by our lips. No, we must have a deep, transformative change in our life. We must understand we have broken His eternal law and, because of that, we have brought on ourselves the death penalty. We must grasp that we are responsible for the death of the Savior, as those who heard Peter’s sermon on the Day of Pentecost.

And then we must commit our lives to living according to God’s royal law, the law of liberty, as it says in James 2:8 and James 2:12. This is not doing away with God’s law, but rather learning how to obey God’s law, and being delivered from the penalty of breaking it in the first place.

And part of the process is the act, in faith, of true Christian baptism. Let’s read what Jesus told His disciples after His resurrection, before He ascended back to His Father. We find it in Matthew 28:18.

And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:18–19).

Jesus said we are baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Some see a contradiction with other passages that say we must be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. But there is no contradiction. Yes, we are to do all things, in our life, as a truly repented Christian, in the name of Jesus Christ. Paul wrote this in Colossians 3:17.

Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.

Our entire lives are to be subject to Jesus Christ as our Lord and Master. And we are to be baptized in His name, by His authority, by those who are sent and ordained to do so.

Prepare to Be in the Family of God

But what does it mean to be baptized “in” or “into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit?”

No, this is not a trinity. The Holy Spirit is not a divine person, but is the power of God. But the Father and the Son do comprise the divine family. God is giving us the opportunity to be born into His divine family at the resurrection. Think about that. We won’t be “sort-of-like” angels. We won’t be disembodied spirits. We will be in God’s family.

That’s why we repent of our sins, express faith in Jesus Christ. That’s why we’re baptized as an outward expression of our belief and obedience—because we’re preparing to be in the family of God.

The Scriptures show that the Church is going to marry Christ at His return. Did you know that? We read of it in Revelation 19:7.

Let us be glad and rejoice and give Him glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His wife has made herself ready. And to her it was granted to be arrayed in fine linen, clean and bright, for the fine linen is the righteous acts of the saints (Revelation 19:7–8).

We are preparing to marry Christ. In other words, at baptism, we enter a marriage covenant. We are committing to our Savior to be faithful, and true, and committed to Him always. And not just for a lifetime, but for all eternity.

Infant Baptism Is Not Biblical

Some ask, should we baptize children or even infants? When you understand that a baptismal candidate is entering into a marriage covenant, this is not a decision for children. They are not yet at the point where they can fully comprehend issues such as sin, repentance, and faith, to make this kind of commitment. And they haven’t yet reached the age of accountability. Even in society, we don’t expect or allow children to make adult, lifelong decisions until they have reached a certain age and maturity. Or at least we shouldn’t.

So, why be baptized in the first place? It’s the moment we enter into a covenant with our Creator, to follow Him no matter what. Far beyond just a legalistic ritual or empty ceremony, it should not be entered into lightly. It’s covenanting with our Creator, to be His, for all eternity.

Baptism Is How to Respond to God’s Calling

Maybe you’re at a crossroads in your life. Maybe you are listening to the words we’re saying on Tomorrow’s World, and you recognize it matches up with Scripture. It’s the truth. Maybe you’ve come to the point in your life when you’re tired of going your own way, and you want to commit to living God’s way.

Make no mistake, baptism isn’t just a quick decision. It’s not a matter of getting dunked and checking it off your list. It’s not just a quick way to “get right with God” and go merrily on our own way.

Our representatives will explain that baptism is the starting point of a whole new way of life. It’s about overcoming sin, yielding to God, and committing to obey Him in everything, in faith and belief. It’s about becoming part of the body of Christ, His Church.

It’s about being called by the Father and responding to that call, as Jesus explained in John 6:44:

No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent me draws him; and I will raise him up at the last day.

We hope and pray God is opening your eyes to what baptism can mean for you in your life.

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What Is Christmas About?

Christmas morning. It’s the highlight of the year for many children in the Western world. They leap out of bed to discover what Santa brought them this year. They bound down the stairs, eager with anticipation, imagining what new toys may be awaiting them.

And then, they see them.

Under the Christmas tree, there they are: neatly stacked presents covered in red and green wrapping, awaiting the children’s discovery of what’s inside. What could be more exciting than this yearly Christmas ritual?

Everyone loves a surprise. And children all over the Western world look forward to the thrilling moment on Christmas Day: The long-awaited instant when the presents are opened.

But does the Christmas-present opening ceremony live up to its billing? Do the presents really fulfill the wishes and dreams of those boys and girls? Or after a few minutes or hours of playing with a new game or doll, does the newness wear off? Or is the disappointment immediate, when an expected electronic game turns out to be pens or pencils? Sadly, all too often, the anticipation of the gift is greater than the real thing.

But think about it, though. Isn’t Christmas in general sort of like a disappointing gift? It’s bright, it’s colorful, attractive, and beckoning. But when you open it up, what’s inside? Is it what you had hoped for?

Let’s answer that question today on Tomorrow’s World, as we unpack the truth about this popular holiday.

Look Beyond Christmas Morning

Welcome to Tomorrow’s World, where we help you make sense of your world through the pages of the Bible.

Christmas is one of the most anticipated holidays of the Western world. For many, it’s a joyous time. And it’s especially fun for children. Millions of boys and girls arise Christmas morning, gleefully expecting to find gifts under the Christmas tree.

One of the most popular parts of Christmas is gift-giving. Everybody likes a present. And maybe that’s what makes Christmas so popular with children.

But just like children can be disheartened when they get socks or a sweater instead of the latest electronic game or a new puppy, Christmas is filled with unpleasant surprises for adults, too. Some are quite shocking.

Surprise #1: Christmas Is Not Christian

Let’s talk about some Christmas surprises in our program today. The first one is (number one) Christmas isn’t Christian at all.

Christmas is supposed to be the celebration of the birth of Christ. And yet, it’s made up of many customs that have their roots in ancient pagan traditions.

As author Desmond Morris wrote in his book Christmas Watching,

“Hardly anything we do during the Christmas festivities has the slightest connection with Christianity, let alone with the arrival of the infant Jesus” (Christmas Watching, p. 2, 1992).

Pagan Origins of Christmas

Simply put, the earliest Christians did not observe Christmas. This is a fact recognized by all reputable sources. Even those who observe this holiday with great fervor recognize this fact.

Notice this statement from The Catholic Encyclopedia:

“Christmas was not among the earliest festivals of the Church. Ireneaus and Tertullian omit it from their lists of feasts; Origen… asserts… that in the Scriptures sinners alone, not saints, celebrate their birthday” (“Christmas,” The Catholic Encyclopedia, Vol. 3, p. 724. 1907).

The early Church never kept Christmas. That’s quite a surprise for some, especially for a holiday which is assumed to be one of the most important in the Christian year.

In 350 AD, Pope Julius proclaimed December 25 to be the date of Christ’s birth. But before that, practically every month of the year had been suggested, by some teacher or another, as the month of Christ’s birth.

This can be found in the book The Pageantry of Christmas on page 10, edited by Stanley Fillmore.

And according to biblical evidence, there’s no way that December 25 could have been the birthday of Christ.

What Portions of the Christmas Story Are in the Bible?

Adam Clarke, the prominent biblical historian from the 19th century, explained in his discussion of Luke 2 that the shepherds and their flocks would have not been in the fields at the end of December, as that was the cold and rainy season in ancient Israel (Clarke’s Commentary, Vol. 5, p. 370. ).

So, the story that countless millions of children are taught each year is absolutely false. Christmas isn’t Christian at all.

Even details of Christ’s birth are jumbled, when told in the Christmas story. For example, the wise men from the East did not visit Jesus as a baby in a manger. Luke 2 describes an angel telling shepherds they would find the newly born Messiah as “a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger” (Luke 2:12). But by the time the wise men came to look for the “King of the Jews” (Matthew 2:2), Jesus was already a young child and lived in a house (vv. 9, 11). At the time of the wise men’s visit, Christ would have been close to two years old (v. 16).

Surprise after surprise after surprise. You’d think a fundamental Christian holiday would actually stem from accurate Church history and from the Bible. But when it comes to Christmas, you’d be wrong.

Should Followers of Jesus Christ Love and Practice a Lie?

And what about the myth of Santa Claus? In the English-speaking world, Santa plays a prominent role. How many children go to sleep on Christmas eve, dreaming of the fantastic toys that Santa will bring during his night-time ride through the skies?

Did you grow up believing in Santa? Do you remember the instant you learned Santa wasn’t real? Were you perplexed and even crushed that someone—even your own parents—had lied to you?

It reminds me of a story from a few years back, when a morning disc jockey at Babylon, New York’s WBAB-FM station told his young listeners that there was no Santa Claus. Outraged mothers and fathers complained to the station, and disc jockey John Parise was forced to apologize. And yet, what he had said was true.

What an uncomfortable and even nasty surprise—to find out the people you trusted most had fed you a lie. In an article run by Newsday back on December 23, 2004, professor Cyndy Scheibe pointed out:

“Who tells you Santa Claus is not real? It’s usually someone you don’t know or someone who’s not particularly trustworthy, like your annoying older brother… And who tells you he does exist? People you trust” (“Why Santa Matters”, Newsday, December 23, 2004).

So one ugly surprise about Christmas is that it’s based on myths and legends that have nothing to do with the Bible or the teachings of Christ. Christmas isn’t Christian at all.

But most people think, what’s the big deal? After all, does it really matter where it comes from, as long as we use it to honor Christ? That’s a common question.

Surprise #2: How We Worship God Matters to Him

And that leads us to our second Christmas surprise.

Number two: It matters to God how we worship Him.

Now, you might say, stop right there. I know that the origins of Christmas are a little shady, a little suspect, but does God really care? Stay with me, and let’s see.

How NOT to Worship God

In the time of ancient Israel, when God was first bringing His people out of Egypt, He gave them specific instructions on how to worship Him. The Ten Commandments form the basis of those instructions. But He also gave many other details as well, including the mandate to not worship the true God with pagan practices. Notice one of those instructions, found in Deuteronomy 12:29.

When the Lord your God cuts off from before you the nations which you go to dispossess, and you displace them and dwell in their land, take heed… that you do not inquire after their gods, saying, “How did these nations serve their gods? I also will do likewise.” You shall not worship the Lord your God in that way (Deuteronomy 12:29–31).

Notice, God didn’t just tell them, “Don’t worship the pagan gods of those around you.” No, He said, “Do not worship Me, the true God, with the pagan forms of worship of those around you.”

Think about it. That’s exactly what is done today with Christmas. Ancient, pre-Christian symbols and forms used in the name of Jesus Christ. Maybe it is a big deal to God.

Pagan Holidays: The Way of the Gentiles

Later on in Israel’s history, the prophet Jeremiah got more specific. Notice what it says starting in Jeremiah 10:2.

Thus says the Lord: “Do not learn the way of the Gentiles; do not be dismayed at the signs of heaven, for the Gentiles are dismayed at them. For the customs of the peoples are futile; for one cuts a tree from the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the ax. They decorate it with silver and gold; they fasten it with nails and hammers so that it will not topple” (Jeremiah 10:2–4).

How could it be any more plain? The principle in the Bible is don’t mix the religion of the world with the religion of the true God. It matters to God how we worship Him.

Jesus Said Worship God in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:24)

Notice what Christ said to the Samaritan woman at the well. By the way, the Samaritans were well known for mixing elements of the true religion with idolatrous practices—exactly what God has expressly forbidden. That’s one reason why the Jews were so antagonistic toward them. Notice, starting in John 4:23:

“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. God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth” (John 4:23–24).

Think about it. How does keeping Christmas qualify as worshiping God in spirit and in truth? Jesus tells us how to worship Him, and the Father, according to truth, as outlined in Scripture.

True Worshipers Obey God

But Jesus goes on further. He explains that just proclaiming His name is not enough. We have to obey His and the Father’s commandments, not the traditions of men. Notice what He told the Pharisees in Matthew 15:3.

He answered and said to them, “Why do you also transgress the commandment of God because of your tradition?... Hypocrites! Well did Isaiah prophesy about you, saying: ‘These people draw near to Me with their mouth, and honor Me with their lips, but their heart is far from Me. And in vain they worship Me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men” (Matthew 15:3, 7–9).

To put this in the vernacular, Jesus is saying, “Don’t worship Me any way you want, thinking as long as it’s with the name of Jesus it’s ok. It matters to Me how you worship Me.” How can keeping an ancient festival of Saturnalia satisfy what Christ is saying? Especially when we see the early true Church never kept this festival?

Be Courageous: Follow Jesus and Do God’s Will

We need to seek not our own reasoning, but God’s will. What does God want, not what our friends do, or what our parents or grandparents taught us. We can’t be afraid of upsetting those around us. Some will not like it if we fearlessly follow the truth. But whom are we seeking to please? The world, or our Savior?

Many are shocked to read some of the actual words of Christ, such as in Matthew 10, starting in verse 34. Read it with me.

“Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword. For I have come to ‘set a man against his father, a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law’; and ‘a man’s enemies will be those of his own household.’ He who loves father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me. And he who loves son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me. And he who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me” (Matthew 10:34–38).

Step Out in Faith

In other words, it’s difficult to really obey God in this world, because so many are going the opposite way. But if you’re watching this program, and if you’re seeking the truth, and you’re understanding what you’re hearing, you can step out on faith. You can determine in your heart, “I’m going to follow the truth no matter what. I will open this Book and find out what God is really telling me to do.”

So be courageous. Step out on faith. Determine to really seek Him and obey Him, and He will bless you for it. It matters to God how we worship Him.

Replace Pagan Holidays and Traditions

But if we are to not keep ancient idolatrous rituals in honor of Christ, what days ARE we to keep?

Surprise #3: Christian Holy Days in the Bible

In this segment, let’s unwrap the third Christmas surprise.

Number three: The Bible reveals holy days Christians are to keep.

What are they? They can be found listed in your Bible. You may have heard of some of them. But you might have assumed that they’re Jewish. It also may come as a surprise that they can be found in the New Testament.

The New Testament Christians of the first century understood and observed these days. So, what are they?

Passover Is for Christians

First comes the New Testament Passover. It occurs in the springtime, usually in early April. Passover reminds us that Jesus fulfilled the role of the Lamb of God slain for our sins. That’s why Passover is important to Christians. As Paul said in 1 Corinthians 5:7,

For indeed Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us.

In other words, the Christian Passover is the crucial first step in the plan of God, in bringing redemption to sinning mankind. And Passover was kept by the early Christians, even the Gentile Christians.

Feast of Unleavened Bread: Commanded in the New Testament

Next, we find the Feast of Unleavened Bread. It follows right after Passover. The Feast of Unleavened Bread teaches us that we must change and grow. Christ’s sacrifice sets us free, but we can’t continue in sin. We have to resist sin and learn a new way of life, with God’s help. As Paul also says in 1 Corinthians 5:8,

Therefore let us keep the feast, not with old leaven, nor with the leaven of malice and wickedness, but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth.

Pentecost: Also Called Feast of Firstfruits and Feast of Weeks

The third holy day in the lineup of God’s New Testament holy day calendar is the Feast of Firstfruits. In New Testament times it was called Pentecost, meaning “fiftieth.” Pentecost occurred in late May to mid-June.

In the Middle East, in the holy land, this was the time of the beginning of the wheat harvest. For Christians in the New Testament, Pentecost was the day in 31 AD when the Holy Spirit was poured out on the early Church. That’s found in Acts 2:1.

When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting (Acts 2:1–2).

This was the beginning of the New Testament Church of God. It began the “firstfruits” of salvation. The bigger harvest occurred later at the end of the summer. So, what we learn from this feast day is that God is not calling everyone today, only a small group of firstfruits, the early harvest. The rest will have their chance later.

New Testament Holy Days for Christians to Celebrate

Have you ever heard about the New Testament Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread, and Pentecost? Are you aware that New Testament Christians should be keeping these days? That might come as a surprise to you. But instead of Christmas and other traditional holidays, these are the biblical holy days that Christians are to keep.

Feast of Trumpets: End-Time Prophecy and the Return of Jesus Christ

The next holy day, or feast day, is called the Feast of Trumpets. The Feast of Trumpets occurs in late September or early October in the Roman calendar. It prophetically represents the triumphant return of Jesus Christ. He will come to earth a second time.

Only this time, He will come in power and glory, during a time of war, misery, and destruction here on earth. Find out more about it through our telecast entitled, “What Is the Feast of Trumpets?”

Atonement Pictures Satan Being Locked Up

After the Feast of Trumpets comes the Day of Atonement. The Day of Atonement also occurs in late September or early to mid-October. It represents humanity being purified from sin. And it represents the source of that sin, the devil, being taken away.

The Day of Atonement was still held in high esteem by New Testament Christians in the first century, as we find in Acts 27:7. In this passage, Luke detailed the journeys of Paul and his traveling companions as they sailed on the Mediterranean Sea. We read this:

“We sailed under the shelter of Crete off Salmone. Passing it with difficulty, we came to a place called Fair Havens, near the city of Lasea. Now when much time had been spent, and sailing was now dangerous because the Fast was already over, Paul advised them” (Acts 27:7–9).

In the New International Version, it translates it this way:

“By now it was after the Day of Atonement” (Acts 27:9, NIV).

How are we to understand this? Well, the Day of Atonement took place in late September or early to mid-October. After that time, sailing on the Mediterranean was stormy and dangerous. But the writer, Luke, used the Day of Atonement as a marker of time that his audience would be familiar with, even Gentile Christians. Why would they care about the Day of Atonement, unless they were actually keeping it years after the Church was founded in 31 AD?

The Feast of Tabernacles Pictures the Millennium

The next biblical feast day is the Feast of Tabernacles. In short, the Feast of Tabernacles is a seven-day period that usually falls in early to late October, foreshadowing 1,000 years of peace, prosperity, and abundance on earth.

This is still in the future, but it is coming soon. Jesus Christ will personally reign on this earth. And all humanity—those who survive the Great Tribulation and the Day of the Lord—will enjoy the blessings and benefits of living under the rule of Jesus Christ.

The Last Great Day: The Second Resurrection and Great White Throne Judgment

That brings us to the last feast day of God’s biblical holy days.

This is called the Last Great Day. It follows on the heels of the Feast of Tabernacles and represents the time of the general resurrection. This is the time when the great masses of unsaved billions will be raised to life again and have a genuine chance for salvation. This day is for them. It’s after the 1000-year millennium.

Their understanding will be opened, God’s Spirit will be made available to them, and they’ll be offered eternal life.

Choose God’s Holy Days Instead of Pagan Holidays

Those are the holy days found in your New Testament. In contrast to Christmas, Easter and other traditional holidays, these are the holy days that are found in the Bible—and were kept by the early New Testament Church. And so, they should be kept by Christians today.

That might be a surprise to you. But check it out for yourself. Don’t believe us, believe your own Bible.

Follow Jesus’ Instructions

In 1 Kings 18:21, we read the famous account of the prophet Elijah and his showdown with the prophets of Baal. It says:

And Elijah came to all the people, and said, “How long will you falter between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow Him; but if Baal, follow him” (1 Kings 18:2).

Live by Every Word of God—the Bible

God is delivering the same message to us today. God wants us to reject the world’s traditions that only have the veneer of the name of Christ. And He instructs us to keep the biblical holy days that He made holy. He commands us to worship Him in spirit and in truth with other sincere Christians who are discovering this precious truth as well. We hope and pray that includes you.

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Christianity Is Under Attack

Is Christianity dangerous? Even the question sounds absurd. After all, Christianity is about loving your neighbor, turning the other cheek, and showing mercy to your enemies. How could that be dangerous?

And yet, in the last few years, there is a growing narrative that the Western Christian traditions are not healthy for society.

If you’ve lived more than a few decades, you’ve noticed this radical shift. And it has been shocking. After all, if Jesus taught mercy and love and consideration for our neighbors, how did Christianity turn into the enemy?

According to this narrative, Christianity is not inclusive. It’s not compassionate. It’s not keeping up with the times, nor is it on the “right side of history.” The list goes on and on. And yet, Christian and biblical traditions have formed the backbone of much of Western civilization. So what’s going on?

Cultural shifts don’t happen overnight, and they don’t happen in a vacuum. There are reasons for the dramatic changes we’ve seen in society. And there is a reason why hating Christianity has become the latest fad.

So, what are we supposed to think of this trend? Why is it happening? And more importantly, what can we do? You might be surprised by the answers.

On today’s program, let’s look for those answers. And get ready, because later in the program I’ll give you an opportunity to request today’s offer, Satan’s Counterfeit Christianity.

So, join us today on Tomorrow’s World, as we ask and answer the question: Is Christianity dangerous? I’ll be right back.

A Cultural Shift Is Redefining the Bible as Hate Speech

Welcome to Tomorrow’s World, where we help you make sense of your world through the pages of the Bible.

Some consider Christianity to be dangerous. But there’s no question that Christianity itself is under attack.

Roughly 2.4 billion people around the world call themselves Christians. And 365 million of them live in about 50 nations where they experience “high levels of persecution or discrimination,” according to Christianity Today (“The 50 Countries Where It’s Hardest to Follow Jesus in 2024,” ChristianityToday.com, January 17, 2024).

It’s easy for us to disregard them, if we live comfortably in the Western world, because they are far away. We enjoy much more freedom. But are there signs on the horizon that those freedoms are evaporating, even in the Western world? Is greater persecution coming?

In Finland, a former Finnish Member of Parliament was taken to trial in 2022 for a hate crime having to do with the Bible. Paivi Rasanen was charged with making derogatory comments toward homosexuals, quoting Romans 1:24–27 (“Paivi Rasanen: Finnish MP in Bible hate speech trial,” BBC.com, January 24, 2022). She defended herself by saying she was simply expressing what the Bible says.

The Bible itself is being put on trial. This should raise alarm bells for all who consider themselves Christians. An article on the Religious Freedom Institute website summed it up well:

“The Räsänen prosecution did nothing more than draw a logical conclusion from the ideological shift that has occurred in the course of recent decades, not just in Finland but also in the United States, Canada, and the rest of Western Europe. In today’s West…. Now that this type of instinctive secularist progressivism has become the cultural norm, Romans 1:24–27 is hate speech” (“The Bible as Hate Speech?”, ReligiousFreedomInstitute.org, April 1, 2022).

So, what should you do if your belief system is being labeled as dangerous, and yet it’s becoming more dangerous for you to practice it? In the remainder of the program let’s talk about three things you can and should do.

#1: Christians Should Know and Live by the Bible

Number 1: Live by the literal, biblical word of God.

This might seem overly simplistic. But don’t overlook the obvious. Make sure you are living by the Bible and living like a Christian. That means, we need to get our house in order. The Apostle Peter explained this in 1 Peter 4:14–16.

“If you are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are you, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you…. But let none of you suffer as a murderer, a thief, an evildoer, or as a busybody in other people’s matters. Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed.”

Why is this important? Well, there are a lot of people out there today who profess Christianity, but the fruit of their lives tells a different story. Researcher George Barna points this out in a survey entitled, “American Worldview Inventory, 2024.” He explains the following:

Biblical worldview incidence in the United States has declined for five consecutive generations, and during that time the number of adults holding a biblical worldview has plummeted from 12% to today’s 4% level (“CRC Study Shows Younger Generations Reject Biblical Worldview, Ushering in ‘New Morality,’” ArizonaChristian.edu, May 28, 2024).

Biblical worldview means that you see your world through the lens of the Bible and the Christianity of the Bible. It means that the Bible and your faith and obedience in Jesus Christ affects and guides the countless decisions you make every single day.

When only 4% describe themselves this way, it means we have a lot of fake Christians. Some theologians have been saying this for a long time. Professor Rufus M. Jones wrote this:

If by any chance Christ Himself had been taken by His later followers as the model and pattern of the new way, and a serious attempt had been made to set up His life and teaching as the standard and norm for the Church, Christianity would have been something vastly different from what it became (The Church’s Debt to Heretics, 1924, pp. 15–16).

Back in the 1800s, the philosopher and theologian Søren Kirkegaard put it more bluntly.

The Christianity of the New Testament simply does not exist (Kierkegaard’s Attack Upon “Christendom”, Walter Lowrie, trans., 1946, pp. 32–33).

In other words, the Church Jesus founded was, over the centuries, watered down with compromises to become unrecognizable today.

So, Christianity is claimed to be dangerous and toxic and harmful by some today. But the truth is, very few actually practice it. How strange.

Don’t Be Fooled by Fake Christianity

We truly are living in a dangerous time. And they will get more dangerous. We shouldn’t really be surprised, because Jesus Christ gave His disciples warnings about how to handle it. Notice one of the first warnings He issued, in Matthew 24, beginning in verse 3.

Now as He sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying, “Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” And Jesus answered and said to them: “Take heed that no one deceives you. For many will come in My name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many” (Matthew 24:3–5).

Did you catch that? Jesus said many would come in His name. Many would profess faith in Jesus, and even say that Jesus is Lord. And then He said, “And will deceive many.”

So, just because someone uses the name of Christ and calls himself or herself a Christian does not mean they are a true follower of Christ. This is the first thing we must understand. We need to recognize false Christianity. Why is this so important?

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Real Christians Do What the Bible Says

Welcome back. In the last segment, we saw that there are a lot of fake Christians in our world today. And our job, if we really want to be a disciple of Christ, is to find out what the Bible says and get our lives in line with it. There is a Church founded by Jesus Christ that will be around until His return. Notice what He said in Matthew 16:18. As He told His disciples:

“I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.”

In other words, He said His church that He built would never die out.

And that brings us to our second point. As we find ourselves in difficult times, when Christianity as a whole is being vilified as the enemy, as dangerous, what should we do? Does Jesus give us any instructions? He does.

#2: Don’t Fight Back Politically

That brings us to number 2: Don’t put your faith in political movements.

Jesus Christ faced immense pressure to fight back against the political forces He faced when He was on this earth. But notice what He said when questioned by the Roman governor Pilate. It’s found in John 18:36.

Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, My servants would fight, so that I should not be delivered to the Jews; but now My kingdom is not from here.”

God doesn’t want us to get involved in the political contests of this world. He doesn’t want us to physically fight or even politically fight our adversaries. You see, for those who see their religious freedoms trampled on, there is a temptation to seek a political solution. Particularly in the United States, some have decided they need to support a movement, such as Christian nationalism. Christianity Today defines Christian nationalism this way:

Christian nationalism is the belief that the American nation is defined by Christianity, and that the government should take active steps to keep it that way (“What Is Christian Nationalism?”, Christianity Today, February 3, 2021).

Should sincere, heartfelt Christians support Christian nationalism? We all are grateful for any leaders in our governments who support any biblical values. That is for sure. But is it through political movements that we will solve our problems ultimately? Of course not.

If you watch the news, you know the bad press that Christian political activists are getting from many quarters. Here are some of the headlines:

• “Christianity ‘increasingly regarded’ by the state as ‘harmful’” (Sky News Australia)
• “‘Toxic Christianity’: the evangelicals creating champions for Trump” (The Guardian)
• “What is Christian nationalism and why it raises concerns about threats to democracy” (PBS News)

If you are concerned about the rights of sincere Christians being trampled on, you might feel a kinship with those trying to fight back against this avalanche. You might even want to get politically involved. But ask yourself, does God want you to put your faith in political movements?

The Real Danger Is Counterfeit Christianity—and the Rise of the Beast Power and False Prophet

Critics of Christian political activism warn that Christianity is dangerous. While they are terribly wrong on most counts, there is a grain of truth to what they say. You see, “counterfeit Christianity” is dangerous. And will be in the future. Let me explain.

There is a counterfeit Christianity—we already saw that in the last segment. And Bible prophecy shows that a counterfeit religious system will rise to power and dominance at the close of this age. It will be led by a charismatic leader out of Europe. He will be cast as a savior, a defender of Christian values, and a follower of Christ. But Jesus tells us be careful, be warned, don’t be deceived. It’s a counterfeit. Notice how it’s described in Revelation 13:11.

“Then I saw another beast coming up out of the earth, and he had two horns like a lamb and spoke like a dragon.”

This religious leader will claim to be Christian—he has two horns like a lamb, and Jesus is symbolized as a Lamb. But he will speak like a dragon. His words and his teachings will not follow the Bible at all. What will this religious leader do? Going on in Revelation 13:13,

He performs great signs, so that he even makes fire come down from heaven on the earth in the sight of men. And he deceives those who dwell on the earth… He causes all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and slave, to receive a mark on their right hand or on their foreheads (Revelation 13:13–16).

Mark 13:22 says the deception will be so great, that “even the elect, if possible, will be deceived.” This will be an extremely dangerous time for genuine Christians.

Later in Revelation, John describes this counterfeit religious system as a woman, sitting on a beast. A woman in the Book of Revelation symbolizes a church. Notice Revelation 17:3.

“And I saw a woman sitting on a scarlet beast which was full of names of blasphemy, having seven heads and ten horns. The woman was arrayed in purple and scarlet, and adorned with gold and precious stones and pearls, having in her hand a golden cup full of abominations and the filthiness of her fornication. And on her forehead a name was written: MYSTERY, BABYLON THE GREAT, THE MOTHER OF HARLOTS AND OF THE ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH. I saw the woman, drunk with the blood of the saints and with the blood of the martyrs of Jesus” (Revelation 17:3–6).

Is counterfeit Christianity dangerous? Yes. This system will have put to death true servants of God. It will take away religious freedom and compel obedience by force. This false prophet will, in league with a political and military leader known as the beast, bring our world to a state of suffering like we have never known. Notice what John writes in Revelation 19:19:

“And I saw the beast, the kings of the earth, and their armies, gathered together to make war against Him who sat on the horse and against His army.”

This alliance between church and state will literally try to fight against the returning Christ. But it will be no match. The One who sits on the horse, Jesus Christ, will return in glory and power to put down this rebellion. Notice, going on, in Revelation 19:20.

Then the beast was captured, and with him the false prophet who worked signs in his presence, by which he deceived those who received the mark of the beast and those who worshiped his image.

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#3: Let Jesus Christ Be yOur Rock and Protector

In the last two segments, we discussed the question: Is Christianity dangerous? As society grows more anti-Christian, we will find ourselves living in a time more and more dangerous for real, genuine Christians. What should we do? Completely align our lives with Christ, in every way. Don’t put our faith in political movements.

But what’s a third thing we must do? Number three: Let Christ be our rock and protector.

In the last segment, we saw that Revelation uses the symbolism of a harlot woman to describe a counterfeit church in the end times. In contrast, the Book of Revelation also uses the imagery of a chaste and pure woman to describe God’s faithful, true Church. What does it say about that Church? Will there be protection from the destruction and devastation of the Tribulation for that Church? Yes.

Notice, Revelation gives a behind-the-scenes picture of a galactic war yet in the future, when Satan the Devil will fight against God on His throne. We pick it up in Revelation 12:7.

And war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought with the dragon; and the dragon and his angels fought, but they did not prevail, nor was a place found for them in heaven any longer. So the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him (Revelation 12:7–9).

Remember, the counterfeit church deceives the masses and is influenced by the dragon. Here we see why so many Christians in the last days will be Christian in name only—because they have been deceived into accepting a counterfeit religion.

But what about those who really do follow Christ? God offers protection, on earth, to His faithful followers in a place of safety. Continuing on in Revelation 12:13,

Now when the dragon saw that he had been cast to the earth, he persecuted the woman who gave birth to the male child. But the woman was given two wings of a great eagle, that she might fly into the wilderness to her place, where she is nourished for a time and times and half a time, from the presence of the serpent (Revelation 12:13–14).

Some people think this refers to the church being raptured. No, it’s simply taken into a wilderness. Heaven is not a wilderness. The children of Israel came out of Egypt symbolically on eagles’ wings—that’s mentioned in Exodus 19:4. But we know they just walked. It’s the same concept here. Going on, verse 15:

So the serpent spewed water out of his mouth like a flood after the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away by the flood. But the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened its mouth and swallowed up the flood which the dragon had spewed out of his mouth. And the dragon was enraged with the woman, and he went to make war with the rest of her offspring, who keep the commandments of God and have the testimony of Jesus Christ (Revelation 12:15–17).

In other words, those who are faithful and protected from the wrath of Satan the Devil will also have the testimony of Christ and be keeping the commandments of God. That’s not the Jews. That’s God’s genuine Church.

You and I, if we really are followers of Christ, if we obey His commandments—all ten of them—and are covered with the blood of His sacrifice, and are led by His Holy Spirit, He says He will take care of us.

But in order to be under His protection, we have to let Him be our Lord and Master now. We have to trust Him. We have to give our lives to Him now. Notice what the prophet Jeremiah wrote, starting in Jeremiah 17:5.

Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart departs from the Lord…. Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, and whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, and will not fear when heat comes (Jeremiah 17:5–8).

God says our real trust must be in Him and our Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus is our Rock. He is our Protector. He is our Savior. And it is He who will raise us up if we die before His return.

David recognized that, and he was a man after God’s own heart. In Psalm 18, starting in verse 1, we read this:

“I will love You, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from my enemies” (Psalms 18:1–3).

How grateful we are for having a faithful and loving High Priest. He is our Rock. He is our Strength. How important that will be, as times get more difficult, in the days ahead.

And it’s important to remember that God’s ways are good for us and produce blessings for those who will walk in His ways. As Moses told the Israelites as they were coming out of Egypt, beginning in Deuteronomy 10:12,

“And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you, but to fear the Lord your God, to walk in all His ways and to love Him, to serve the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul, and to keep the commandments of the Lord and His statutes which I command you today for your good” (Deuteronomy 10:12–13).

Yes, God’s way of life—it’s not bad, or evil, or hateful, or repressive. Everything He commands us to do, in the end, is for our good. That’s something to be thankful about.

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Be on Guard Against Fake Christianity

In today’s program, we saw that in our world today, Christianity is often accused of being dangerous. But we’ve got to understand—what type of Christianity? There is a true and a false Christianity. The false Christianity truly is dangerous. It will bring the world to the brink of destruction. But the true Christianity, the Christianity of the Bible, is the only real hope for the world. It teaches us that Jesus Christ will return, set His feet on the earth, and bring peace and prosperity that we desperately need.

Jesus Christ promises He will help those who are His faithful and zealous servants. He is our Rock. He is our fortress, our High Tower. He is our protection. And we need that more than ever.

So yes, counterfeit Christianity—it is dangerous. We must be alert and awake, and not fall prey. And we must embrace genuine Christianity with all of our hearts. It’s the hope of humanity—that time of Christ’s millennial reign on earth. God speed that day.

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