12/23/2025
DECEMBER 25, Empire, Revelation, and Christ:
Reclaiming the True Meaning of Christmas
By Pastor Dr. Adewale M. Adeniran
Author & Originator.
INTRODUCTION:
The celebration of Christmas has, in recent times, become a subject of intense debate within the Christian community.
While some believers joyfully proclaim Christ through the season, others condemn December 25 as irredeemably pagan, claiming divine revelations that associate the date with idolatry and eternal punishment.
This article seeks to respond biblically, historically, and theologically—affirming that Christ is Lord of time, revelation must submit to Scripture, and the Church’s task is not to abandon history but to redeem it for God’s glory.
God Owns Time and the Days of Creation
According to Genesis 1, God created the heavens, the earth, the sun, the moon, and all seven days.
He blessed time and declared it good. Time does not belong to idols worshipers; idols worshipers misuse what God has already created.
That some ancient cultures worshiped the sun does not mean the sun was evil. Scripture is clear:
“All things were created by Him and for Him.” (Colossians 1:16)
If pagans worshiped the sun, the problem was not the day—but misplaced worship.
Christianity Before Empire: Nero and Persecution
Before Christianity ever gained imperial recognition, it was a persecuted faith. Under Emperor Nero
Christians were burned alive, crucified, and used as human torches.
The early Church had no political power to redesign pagan festivals.
Therefore, the claim that early Christians compromised with paganism to invent Christmas ignores history.
A persecuted Church does not negotiate power—It Survived by Conviction.
Constantine’s Vision: The Cross Above the Sun:
Emperor Constantine, raised in pagan Rome, encountered a turning point before the Battle of the Milvian Bridge (AD 312). Historical Christian sources record that he saw a cross of light placed above the sun, accompanied by the message:
“In This Sign, You Shall Conquer.”
This vision is critical.
The cross was not beside the sun, nor blended with it—but placed above it. The message was unmistakable:
Christ Reigns Over Creation.
Following this vision, Constantine adopted the cross—the earliest and central symbol of Christianity—As The Sign Of Victory.
This did not elevate sun worship;
It Subjugated It.
Why December 25 Was Reclaimed
December 25, once associated with pagan solar festivals, was Deliberately Reclaimed By The Church To Proclaim The Lord Jesus Christ As THE TRUE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
(John 8:12).
The Church did not surrender to paganism; It Declared Christ’s Dominion Over Time.
The question must be asked plainly:
Would Christians rather continue honoring the sun—or proclaim Christ on that day?
Choosing Christ over the sun is not compromise—It Is Conquest.
Revelation, Logos, and the Error of Fear-Based Claims:
Some claim personal revelations asserting that Christ rejected December 25, that believers who celebrated Christmas are already in hell fire, and that anyone who celebrates Christmas is condemned.
It must be clearly stated:
Revelation is personal, but doctrine is communal—and all revelation must be tested by the Logos (God’s Word).
According to Revelation 20, the lake of fire has not yet been opened.
No human soul has been cast into it yet.
Any Revelation Contradicting Scripture Must Be Rejected, Regardless Of Sincerity.
Fear-based theology does not glorify Christ; Truth Does.
Reforming Celebration, Not Abandoning Christ
The real problem is not December 25.
The real problem is how Christmas is celebrated.
Materialism, immorality, and Christless festivities must be abolished.
But the solution is not retreat—It Is Reformation.
Christmas should be reclaimed for:
Evangelism
Teaching Christ
Charity and compassion
Soul-Saving.
Conclusion:
December 25 is not owned by idols worshipers.
December 25th is The CONCEPTION DAY Of The Lord Jesus Christ Not The Birthday.
Luke Chapter 1 shows that John The Baptist pregnancy was 6 Months on 25th December and that was The CONCEPTION DAY Of The Lord Jesus Christ.
The cross stands above the sun.
Christ reigns over time.
The Church must stop attacking the calendar and Continue Saving souls for the Kingdom of God.
Edited By Chief Apostle Tem. Ajaka
Glory Hallelujah onto The Lord Jesus Christ for His LOVE For All Of Us IJMN Amen and Amen!!!!!!!!!!
Merry Christmas (CONCEPTION DAY).
The kind of person that God is looking for.: You wouldn’t give your child a task he couldn’t complete, and God doesn’t assign to you goals you can’t achieve.
His goals for you are possible, certain, and achievable.
When ever God’s will for us appears impossible, let’s say with Mary, “Behold, the bond-slave of the Lord; be it done to me according to your word”
(Luke 1:38). Imagine the overwhelming assignment that confronted Mary. She had to bear a child without the presence of a man.
She was to raise the child who would save the world.
This would alter the entire course of history and change the eternal destiny of believers.
The fact that you are celebrating Christmas today is proof that Mary’s child, Jesus, was indeed the world-changing Son of God.
The angel's task was staggering, yet Mary dedicated herself to fulfilling God's will. God is still looking for a person who will dare to believe that nothing is impossible with Him.
Prayerfully read Isaiah 7:14.
Glory Hallelujah onto The Lord Jesus Christ for His LOVE and Care for all of us IJMN Amen and Amen!!!!!!!!!
