Christmas: Fact, Fiction, & Faith (Complete Series Guide)

Christmas is surrounded by claims, questions, and confusion—especially online. Is Christmas pagan? Where did our traditions come from? Should Christians celebrate it today? Christmas: Fact, Fiction, & Faith is your complete, research-based Christian guide to understanding the real history of Christmas, sorting truth from fiction, and celebrating the birth of Jesus with clarity and confidence.

Bottom line: Christmas didn’t begin as a pagan festival, and Christians are free to celebrate it as a way of remembering the birth of Jesus—as long as He stays at the center.

Use this page as your hub for the whole series. Start at the beginning, jump to the topic you’re most curious about, or share it with someone wrestling with Christmas myths, Hebrew Roots claims, or internet documentaries.

What This Christmas Myths Series Covers

This series tackles three big areas:

  • Is Christmas pagan? – claims about Saturnalia, Sol Invictus, Babylon, and “stolen” pagan holidays.
  • Is Christmas allowed? – questions about man-made holidays, conscience, and Christian freedom.
  • How should we celebrate? – practical help for keeping Christ at the center in our homes and churches.

Each article is written to be:

  • Biblical – grounded in Scripture and sound doctrine.
  • Historical – using real sources, not conspiracies or hearsay.
  • Pastoral – helping real Christians navigate real decisions with grace.

Start Here: Should Christians Celebrate Christmas?

New to these questions? Begin with this foundational article. It frames the whole series and shows why some believers reject Christmas—and how we can respond with biblical clarity and charity.

Should Christians Celebrate Christmas? – Why Some Say No

This post lays the foundation by explaining common objections to Christmas and how to keep our focus on Christ’s incarnation without fear or legalism.

Read the first article in the series →

Is Christmas Pagan? What History Really Shows

Many Christians have heard claims that Christmas is just a “Christianized” pagan festival. These articles walk through the historical record so you can see what actually happened.

Common Christmas Questions: Man-Made Holidays, Freedom, and Worship

Some believers struggle with the fact that Christmas is a man-made holiday not commanded in Scripture. These posts explore conscience, Christian freedom, and how to honor Christ in our celebrations.

Christmas Trees and the Bible: Sorting Fact from Fiction

Christmas trees and Jeremiah 10 are at the heart of many “Christmas is pagan” claims. These resources walk through the history and the relevant Bible passages.

Christmas Family Devotions

These short family devotions are designed to help parents and kids slow down, open the Bible together, and keep Jesus at the center of the Christmas season.

Santa, Myths, and Keeping Christ at the Center

Santa is one of the most debated parts of Christmas for Christian families. These posts explore his history, common myths, and how to navigate Santa conversations while keeping Jesus at the center.

More Resources on Christmas History and Christian Practice

Want to go even deeper on the history and theology behind Christmas? These external resources can be helpful companions to this series:

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