Ep 540 | A Biblical Take on Santa
Today we're having a theological discussion on how Christians should treat Santa Claus. While it's not a salvation issue, there are some verses in the Bible that can give us guidance on how to view the secular holiday icon. We also consider what the 19th-century theologian Charles Spurgeon had to say about the secular side of Christmas and the fact that there actually is a real, omniscient gift-giver, and His name isn't Santa Claus.
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Show Link:
Charles H. Spurgeon sermon: "The Incarnation and Birth of Christ" (December 23, 1855) https://bit.ly/3GMO7WO
Charles H. Spurgeon sermon: "Mary's Song" (December 25, 1864) https://bit.ly/3dUWWSl
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