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Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Raymondfayowole(m): 12:20pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
saintmark88: The bible clearly stated when we are to celebrate his death and how we are to celebrate his death, every first day of the week. Acts 20:7, I cor 11:23-26 |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Martin0(m): 12:20pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
gypsey: Hmmmm this ur question strong ooo I thought I would be a priest gypsey: Hmmmm this ur question strong ooo I thought I would be a priest |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by adahkennedy(m): 12:20pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
plessis:Apart from witchcraft, rasta and voodoo which religion black introduce to d world? |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Raheemzee(m): 12:22pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
gypsey:na so baba...just yesterday,i went to sharpen my tooth! i no wan hear say i miss any wakis! gypsey:na so baba...just yesterday,i went to sharpen my tooth! i no wan hear say i miss any wakis! |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Horus(m): 12:22pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjlvgD_KxkI EXPOSED How Satan infiltrated Christianity with CHRISTMAS 1 Like |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by iamnlia(m): 12:24pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
AlderFadington:How did it now come if not by slavery and invading. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Passenger27: 12:25pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
If this comment was made by a moslem, they (including reno omokri) will come for his head. Anyway sha, what he said is d truth. Christians have made christianity to look more of a joke. They dont abide by it teachings, they prefer following what their minds tell them. I even saw them justifying fornication. Hmmmm. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Raymondfayowole(m): 12:26pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
bnovative:There is nothing like celebration of Easter in the bible. Show me where the bible asked christains to celebrate his death once in a year. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Martin0(m): 12:29pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
gypsey: While we were dating then my heart was not fully commited to her coz going to the seminary school was in my heart then,even when I had sex with her,I thought taking her out of my life will still afford me the opportunity to be a priest! So I started by connecting her with my friend,hmmm infact so many tinz made me turn away from her though we lasted long oo even a far above 2year's Gypesy u surpose know how relationship is na,u can't predict it u know Many many tinz happen! Being a priest! She will be some year's going into her 40s now if we had married each other! How will I manage the family even if she's financially better than me? I was still struggling to get a consistent job then,as I don't wanna depend on her! Hmmm abeg ee na past history be all those my thought... And I was still too young then oo basically I don't know much about marriage and it tails then,even if she's know's better than I do... Hmmmm gypsey story plenty for ground ee,make I make money first b4 I marry |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Nobody: 12:30pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
plessis: |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Nobody: 12:30pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
TheManOfTheYear:so you just know hypocrite |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Egein(m): 12:30pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
RedArrow: ... ground father ko. Groundnut ni. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by mubeela(m): 12:33pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
Reno has gone mad again |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by onward4life(m): 12:34pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
Sorry what tribe is nimo mockery sef? |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by kokomaster3d: 12:35pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
RedArrow: Continue to deceive yourself. I wonder where in the Bible Jesus said we should celebrate his birthday. Christmas celebration is a pagan celebration and worship to idols introduce by Constantine. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Smony: 12:41pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
Thank u oooh, bt whn dem bring christmas food no eat u hear. history keeper, if u lyk kip d history American, me i go celebrate christmas. wat i knw z d motive bhine it. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by saintmark88(m): 12:43pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
Raymondfayowole: So.do u celebrate christs death every first day of d week |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Faad77(m): 12:45pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
I never agree with what Reno says all the time, but he has spoken the truth, and nothing but the truth |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Deo1986(m): 12:51pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
RedArrow:Another sheeple spotted! |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Kiddogarcia(m): 12:52pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
Sorry,but this is where we found ourselves.but if i say the holy bible aint complete now,people will say am religiously biased.but am just here saying truth.if we are finding it hard to validate our words about christ,tithe with scriptures from the bible.or maybe am yet to see the hebrew bible tho |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Raymondfayowole(m): 12:53pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
saintmark88:Yes i do, every Sunday |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by olowobaba10: 12:54pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
STOP SPITTING RUBBISH AND GET A LIFE, DID ANYBODY ASK YOU TO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS AND WHO MADE YOU THE PEOPLE'S SPOKES MOUTH? ATTENTION SEEKER! babablogger: |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by saintmark88(m): 12:58pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
[quote author=Raymondfayowole post=63566650] Yes i do, every Sunday[/quote Everyone does.....as a catholic we break bread every Sunday in holy communion. But how does this negate christmas |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Nobody: 12:59pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
babablogger:WHO is arguing wit this sheep that 25 of December is Jesus birthday? we all knows that 25 of December is just a date set aside to celebrate his birth not his birthday. How is Christmas evil? if 25 December years ago was a date set to celebrate a pagan festival it doesn't mean that today Christmas is a Pagan festival, or we are worshiping Idols. what is wrong with cebrating Christmas? Christmas is a season of giving. not satan worshiping. You bloody illiterates. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by DEOLINX: 1:00pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
The Truth About Christmas DO YOU care about spiritual truth? If so, then perhaps you have asked these questions: (1) Was Jesus actually born on December 25? (2) Who were the “wise men,” and were they really three in number? (3) What sort of “star” led them to Jesus? (4) What does Santa Claus have to do with Jesus and his birth? (5) How does God view the Christmas custom of giving gifts or, to be more precise, exchanging gifts? Let us now consider these questions in the light of the Bible and historical facts. (1) Was Jesus Born on December 25? The custom: According to tradition, Jesus’ birth took place on December 25 and is celebrated on that date. “Christmas,” says the Encyclopedia of Religion, means “‘Christ’s Mass,’ that is, the mass celebrating the feast of Christ’s nativity,” or birth. Its roots: “The establishment of December 25 evolved not from biblical precedent,” says The Christmas Encyclopedia, “but from pagan Roman festivals held at year’s end,” about the time of the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. Those festivals included the Saturnalia, in honor of Saturn, god of agriculture, “and the combined festivals of two sun gods, the Roman Sol and the Persian Mithra,” says the same encyclopedia. Both birthdays were celebrated on December 25, the winter solstice according to the Julian calendar. Those pagan festivals began to be “Christianized” in the year 350, when Pope Julius I declared December 25 to be Christ’s birthday. “The Nativity gradually absorbed or supplanted all other solstice rites,” says the Encyclopedia of Religion. “Solar imagery came increasingly to be used to portray the risen Christ (who was also called Sol Invictus), and the old solar disk . . . became the halo of Christian saints.” What the Bible says: The Bible does not give Jesus’ birth date. But we can safely conclude that he was not born on December 25. How so? The Bible tells us that when Jesus was born, shepherds were “living out of doors” tending their flocks at night in the vicinity of Bethlehem. (Luke 2: The cold, rainy season usually began in October, and shepherds—especially in the colder highlands, such as those around Bethlehem—brought their sheep into protected shelters at night. The coldest weather, sometimes accompanied by snow, occurred in December.* Significantly, the early Christians, many of whom had accompanied Jesus in his ministry, never celebrated his birth on any date. Rather, in harmony with his command, they commemorated only his death. (Luke 22:17-20; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26) Still, some may say, ‘Does the pagan connection really matter?’ The answer? It does to God. “The true worshipers will worship the Father with spirit and truth,” said Jesus Christ.—John 4:23. (2) The “Wise Men”—How Many? Who Were They? The custom: Guided by a “star” from the east, three “wise men” are portrayed as presenting gifts to Jesus in a manger in a stable. Sometimes shepherds are also shown as being present. Its roots: Aside from the brief account in the Bible, “everything written about the Wise Men stems principally from legend,” says The Christmas Encyclopedia. What the Bible says: The Bible does not say how many “wise men” visited Jesus. There may have been two, or there may have been three, four, or more. Although termed “wise men” in some Bible translations, the original-language word is magoi, which means astrologers or sorcerers—professions that the Bible says are “detestable to Jehovah.” (Deuteronomy 18:10-12) By virtue of their long journey from the East, the astrologers did not arrive in time to visit Jesus in the stable. Rather, after perhaps months of travel, they “went into the house” where Jesus was staying. There they saw “the young child with Mary its mother.”—Matthew 2:11. (3) What Sort of Star Led the Astrologers? Clues are provided by what the star actually did. For one thing, it did not lead the men directly to Bethlehem, but to Jerusalem, where their inquiries about Jesus reached the ears of King Herod. Herod then “secretly summoned the astrologers,” who told him about the newborn “king of the Jews.” Herod then said: “Make a careful search for the young child, and when you have found it report back to me.” Herod’s interest in Jesus, however, was anything but noble. Rather, this proud and ruthless ruler was resolved to put Jesus to death!—Matthew 2:1-8, 16. Interestingly, the “star” now led the astrologers south to Bethlehem. There “it came to a stop” above the house where Jesus was.—Matthew 2:9, 10. Clearly this was no ordinary star! And why would God, who had used angels to inform humble shepherds of Jesus’ birth, now employ a star to guide pagan astrologers—first to Jesus’ enemy and then to the child himself? The only reasonable conclusion is that the star was a sinister device of Satan, who is capable of such manifestations. (2 Thessalonians 2:9, 10) Ironically, an ornament called the star of Bethlehem is usually seen at the very top of the Christmas tree. (4) What Does Santa Claus Have to Do With Jesus and His Birth? The custom: In many lands, Santa Claus is viewed as the one who brings children gifts.* Children often write to Santa, asking for presents, which, according to tradition, elves help him to make at his North Pole headquarters. Its roots: According to the popular view, the Santa Claus myth owes its origin to Saint Nicholas, Archbishop of Myra in Asia Minor, now Turkey. “Virtually everything written about St. Nicholas is based on legends,” says The Christmas Encyclopedia. The designation “Santa Claus” may owe its origin to the word Sinterklaas, a corruption of the Dutch terms for “Saint Nicholas.” Historically and Biblically, Santa Claus has nothing in common with Jesus Christ. What the Bible says: “Now that you have put away falsehood, speak truth each one of you with his neighbor.” Our closest ‘neighbors’ are our family members. (Ephesians 4:25) The Bible also says that we should “love truth,” “speaking the truth in [our] heart.” (Zechariah 8:19; Psalm 15:2) True, telling children that Santa (or the Christ child) is the bearer of presents at Christmas may seem to be innocent fun, but is it right or wise to deceive little children, even if one’s intentions are not bad? Do you not find it ironic that an occasion that is supposedly meant to honor Jesus becomes a time to deceive children? (5) How Does God View Christmas Gift-Giving and Merrymaking? The custom: Christmas giving is unusual in that it largely involves an exchange of gifts, and the Christmas season is marked by partying, feasting, and drinking. Its roots: Ancient Roman Saturnalian festivities began on December 17 and concluded on the 24th, when gifts were exchanged. Homes and streets were noisy with banqueting, heavy drinking, and riotous behavior. The Saturnalia was followed by an event celebrating the first day of January. This was also observed by a festival, usually lasting about three days. The Saturnalia and the first day of January likely formed one festive occasion. What the Bible says: Joy and generosity characterize true worship. “Be joyful, you righteous ones; and cry out joyfully,” the Bible says. (Psalm 32:11) Such joy is often associated with generosity. (Proverbs 11:25) “There is more happiness in giving than there is in receiving,” said Jesus Christ. (Acts 20:35) He also said: “Practice giving,” or make it a regular part of your life.—Luke 6:38. Such giving has little in common with ritualized giving or giving that is compelled, perhaps by social custom. Describing the true spirit of generosity, the Bible states: “Each person should give as he has decided for himself; there should be no reluctance, no sense of compulsion; God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7, The New English Bible) Those who heed these excellent Bible principles give because their generous heart impels them to do so, which can be at any time of the year. To be sure, this kind of giving has God’s blessing, and it is never burdensome. A Counterfeit! When examined in the light of the Bible, virtually every facet of Christmas is either pagan in origin or a distortion of the Bible accounts. Hence, Christmas customs are Christian in name only. How did this come about? Centuries after the death of Christ, many false teachers arose, just as the Bible had foretold. (2 Timothy 4:3, 4) Those unprincipled men were more interested in making Christianity fashionable to the pagan masses than they were in teaching truth. Hence, they gradually adopted popular pagan religious festivals and labeled them “Christian.” Such “false teachers,” the Bible warned, “will exploit you with counterfeit words. But as for them, the judgment from of old is not moving slowly, and the destruction of them is not slumbering.” (2 Peter 2:1-3) SOW WEEDS, REAP WEEDS At one time, church authorities fought “tooth and nail against [the] relics of heathenism,” says the book Christmas Customs and Traditions—Their History and Significance. But in time, church leaders became more eager to fill pews than teach truth. Hence, they began to “wink at” those pagan practices. Later they embraced them. ‘What you sow you reap,’ the Bible says. (Galatians 6:7) After sowing their fields with the seeds of paganism, the churches should not be surprised that “weeds” proliferate. A celebration allegedly honoring the birth of Jesus becomes an excuse for drunkenness and revelry, the shopping mall becomes more popular than the church, families go deeply into debt buying presents, and children confuse myth with reality and Santa Claus with Jesus Christ. Yes, for good reason, God said: “Quit touching the unclean thing.”—2 Corinthians 6:17. 1 Like |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by princeso2020(m): 1:04pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
I do not want to comment about this Christmas thing but come to think of it, what is wrong in choosing 25th December to remember the birth of Jesus Christ. AMOS 3:3 Can two walk together except they agreed. Jobs 22:28 - Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways. So if the early Catholic church decided to to convert a day set aside for idol worshipping to the remembrance of the birth of Jesus, I do not see anything wrong with it. Whatsoever we bind on earth will be bound in heaven. Matthew 18:18. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by obanimoje: 1:06pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
reno,u goofed.u are not complete wt what u said abt constatine and christmas.pls,complete ur story. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by Raymondfayowole(m): 1:11pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
saintmark88: Because we cant find any command in the bible that we are to celebrate his birth, he wanted us to celebrate his death thats why it is clearly stated that as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lord's death till he come. thats a direct command that we shuld celebrate his death. anything d bible is silent on is not meant for us. Deut 29:29. 2 Timothy 3:16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 3:17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by musicwriter(m): 1:20pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
"@renoomokri Not just Christmas, the entire Jesus phenomenon was invented by Rome when emperor Constantine converted to Christianity in 312 AD. There's nobody in history called Jesus Christ. However, there was a Yeshua or Yehoshua who was black. Rome didn't believe in him and they instead created Jesus who never existed. Everything about Jesus was invented by Rome. Jesus is an invention!!. |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by HeyCorleone(m): 1:21pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
RedArrow: You have said it all. I don't understand how people can be that retarded. I am a Christian. I choose to celebrate 25th of December as Christmas day. How's that paganism? I don't know any of the pagan gods. So tf are they saying!? |
Re: Christmas Is An Abomination & A Blasphemous Pegan Festival - Reno Omokri by saintmark88(m): 1:21pm On Dec 24, 2017 |
Raymondfayowole: But heaven rejoiced at his birth, kings came from far and near to present gifts to him, isn't that a form of celebration Luke 2 vs 10-14 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. [b]I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people[\b]. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” A news that brings great joy is worth celebrating and if angels could rejoice and celebrate... How much more u Hope u see it interpretation is screwed |
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