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NASB | John 10:10 "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | John 10:10 "The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance [to the full, till it overflows]. |
Bible Question: I am the mom of a 3 year old girl who does not want to teach (lie to) her about Santa Claus. I know that this has the potential to cause her discomfort and isolation, but I want to do what is biblically correct. I do not mind teaching her who Santa really is (Saint Nicholas), but I am skeptical to believe that convincing her that Santa comes down the chimney after flying in a sleigh pulled by reindeer is Christian-like. What do you guys (escpecially you parents) think? |
Bible Answer: Children are a lot smarter than we think. Some know that story of santa is not real and some believe the whole nine yards. To those who do believe, think of the let down when they discover the truth. Not to mention they have missed out on the true meaning of Christmas. It it better to tell children the truth. Christmas can be just as fun without a lie as it was with one. Satan is the father of lies and as parents we should not spread his lies. |