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“What is Epiphany / Three Kings’ Day and should Christians celebrate it?”

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

 Epiphany is an ancient church festival celebrating the magi’s visit to the Christ Child (Matthew 2:1-12). It is kept on January 6. Epiphany is also called “Three Kings’ Day” and “Twelfth Day”—the latter name because January 6 is twelve days … Continue reading →

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“How wise were the Wise Men?”

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Dr. Mike Harmon

 We assume that there were three wise men because of the three gifts that were given: gold, incense, and myrrh (Matthew 2:11). However, the Bible does not say there were only three wise men. There could have been many more. … Continue reading →

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“Should we give gifts at Christmas?”

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Dr. Mike Harmon

Many people take the idea of gift giving at Christmas back to the scripture in Matthew 2:10-12 which talks about the Magi (wise men) giving gifts to Jesus at his home: “When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On … Continue reading →

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