Seventh-day Adventists do not celebrate Christmas or other religious festivals throughout the calendar year as holy feasts established by God. The only period in time Adventists celebrate as holy is the weekly Sabbath (from Friday sunset to Saturday sunset).
Why don t 7th Day Adventists celebrate Christmas?
As most may already be aware, Seventh-day Adventists do not eat pork, so eating it at Christmas is not even part of the equation. For them, it is not evidenced that Jesus was born on December 25 so they refrain from being caught up in the commercial aspect of Christmas. However, they still celebrate the birth of Jesus.
Do Seventh-day Adventists celebrate Mothers Day?
Violet Moss Brown the oldest Jamaican, had a group of Seventh-day Adventists spellbound with stories that spanned more than a century, as they celebrated Mothers Day last Sunday and praised God for her long life.
Do Seventh-day Adventists have Christmas trees?
A: As a church, we dont have an official statement or position about celebrating Christmas, leaving it instead to the individual. God would be well pleased if on Christmas each church would have a Christmas tree on which shall be hung offerings, great and small, for these houses of worship.
What does a Seventh-Day Adventist believe?
Seventh-day Adventists share many of the basic beliefs of Protestant Christianity, including acceptance of the authority of the Bible, recognition of the existence of human sin and the need for salvation, and belief in the atoning work of Christ.
Do Seventh Day Adventists accept blood transfusions?
There is nothing in the Bible against this use of the blood.” In addition, Seventh-day Adventists are encouraged to utilize the best medical care available to them, including accepting blood transfusions when recommended by their health care provider.
What does Seventh-Day Adventist believe?
Seventh-day Adventists share many of the basic beliefs of Protestant Christianity, including acceptance of the authority of the Bible, recognition of the existence of human sin and the need for salvation, and belief in the atoning work of Christ.
What is the difference between Seventh-Day Adventist and Jehovah Witness?
The Jehovahs Witnesses have a very strong and sometimes controversial dogma, specifically with regard to their beliefs about blood transfusions and holidays whereas the Seventh-day Adventists dont and place a heavy emphasis on health and accessing medical care.