Jon Steel

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  • Why Do Christians Hate Christmas?

Why Do Christians Hate Christmas?

Sunday 2nd March 2025

Join Jon Steel as he debates the origins of Christmas traditions, exploring whether they align with Christian faith or have pagan roots.
37 minutes
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Debating Christmas: Pagan Roots or Christian Tradition?

Episode Overview

  • Explores the historical and scriptural basis for Christmas traditions.
  • Debates whether Christmas has pagan roots or is purely a Christian tradition.
  • Discusses the importance of questioning cultural practices and their alignment with faith.
  • References various scriptures to support arguments.
  • Highlights the significance of understanding the origins of holiday traditions.
You're going so fast, man. That's because Jewish practice, they didn't have birthdays.
In this thought-provoking episode of Big Jon Steel, Jon Steel engages in a heated discussion with a guest about the customs and traditions surrounding Christmas. The conversation dives deep into the question: Why do Christians hate Christmas? Jon and his guest debate the historical and scriptural basis for Christmas celebrations, touching on topics like pagan influences, biblical commandments, and cultural practices. They reference various scriptures and historical documents to argue their points, creating a lively and sometimes contentious dialogue.
Jon shares his personal journey from atheism to Christianity and how his newfound faith shapes his views on Christmas. The episode challenges listeners to question the origins of their traditions and consider whether they align with their faith. With a mix of humour and serious debate, this episode is sure to engage anyone interested in the intersection of religion, history, and cultural practices.