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1 | Santa Clause or Jesus Christ? or both? | Deut 5:6 | BradK | 128377 | ||
JAL, You ask a very pertinent question that many as parents, including myself have struggled with. As a parent, we've always taught our daughters (from an early age) the difference between Jesus and Santa- namely that he didn't die for their sins, etc. As a family we've chosen not to participate in this "harmless fun", though in-laws have done so- and we were OK with that. While trying not to be too legalistic about this, we've made sure our kids knew WHAT they believed, and WHY they (and us) believed it. They could then distinguish for themselves. I've read and shared the true story of Saint Nicolas to my daughters- and it's amazing how our culture has warped and twisted that through commercialization! The following link might be helpful and would adequately sum up my feelings and sentiments as well as provide a Biblical basis: www.understandingyourbible.com/gracew29.htm. I hope this will help you, BradK |
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2 | Santa Clause or Jesus Christ? or both? | Deut 5:6 | jalanlambert | 128421 | ||
BradK, Thank you for your input. As young christians 20 some years ago my wife and I had to decide what to tell our son when he asked about Santa. We had both been taught that Santa was real and felt pulled both ways. The decision was made when Jeff(son)at a very young age looked up at me and asked if santa is real. When I looked in his eyes I realized that I had to tell him the truth. Through the years as we had 3 more children we were able to discuss the subject openly. We explained that they were not to teach other children this truth, it is their parents responsibility. As I reflect back on the christmas we shared together, I don't think my children missed a santa clause they never knew. Also, BradK I tried to find the link you gave me but was unable to access it. Would you give it to me again, please. Thank you. JAL | ||||||