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“5 coisas que você NÃO DEVE fazer no NATAL - Pastor Carlo Ribas”

Pastor Carlo Ribas discusses five key things Christians should avoid doing during Christmas, focusing on the spiritual and symbolic origins of common Christmas customs. The emphasis is on understanding the biblical perspective and avoiding pagan or occult influences disguised as holiday traditions.

Five Things NOT to Do at Christmas (Key Points)

Avoid the Christmas Tree
- The Christmas tree is rooted in pagan witchcraft traditions (Yule festival).
- Symbols like pine cones, red balls, and the star atop the tree originate from paganism, witchcraft, and satanism.
- The Christmas tree symbolizes Nimrod, Semiramis, and Tammuz—figures from ancient pagan mythology, not biblical Christianity.
- Jesus is never compared to a pine tree in the Bible; biblical symbols like the “true vine” are more appropriate.
- December 25th is not Jesus’ actual birth date; it aligns with pagan festivals like Sol Invictus.
Do Not Use Wreaths
- Wreaths are also pagan symbols connected to the Yule festival.
- Placing a wreath on your door is seen as inviting pagan spirits into your home.
- Despite being a common tradition, wreaths have occult origins and should be avoided.
Avoid Candle Arrangements and Similar Decorations
- Candle arrangements, bells, pine cones, and incense used in Christmas décor have origins in witchcraft and satanism.
- These decorations are tied to pagan rituals and should be avoided by Christians.
Do Not Use Nativity Scenes
- Nativity scenes often include idolatrous elements like sculpted images of Jesus, Mary, angels, and wise men.
- The biblical account shows wise men (Magi) visiting Jesus at his home when he was about two years old, not at the manger.
- The traditional nativity scene misrepresents biblical events and encourages idolatry, which is against evangelical Christian beliefs.
Avoid Santa Claus
- Santa Claus has multiple origins, including a commercialized Coca-Cola image and a darker Germanic pagan figure called “Kampus” who punishes bad children.
- The figure of Santa Claus is linked to pagan and satanic symbolism, including the concept of bargaining or negotiating with spirits.
- The playful image of Santa Claus can lead to misunderstandings about faith and morality.

What CAN You Do at Christmas?

Celebrate with family gatherings and Christmas dinners.
Participate in Secret Santa gift exchanges.
Use decorations like Christmas lights and bells, which have no pagan or occult connections.
Focus on evangelization, sharing the true biblical message of Jesus’ birth.
Avoid decorations and customs that have pagan origins or symbolize witchcraft/satanism.
Use the Christmas season as a time for compassion, forgiveness, and reconciliation.

Additional Advice and Resources

Pastor Carlo offers a VIP mentoring group for deeper study on spiritual warfare and pagan symbolism.
Encourages prayer and discernment regarding church customs and personal practices.
Promotes theological education through his online courses in theology and spiritual warfare.
Advises caution with other Christmas customs like stockings, which also have pagan roots.
Plans future videos on related topics such as New Year’s Eve and vacation behaviors from a Christian perspective.

Presenters / Sources

Pastor Carlo Ribas (Main presenter and speaker)

This summary highlights Pastor Carlo Ribas’ approach to discerning Christian practices from pagan influences during Christmas, emphasizing biblical fidelity, spiritual awareness, and thoughtful celebration.