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A remarkable premier series! The Reformation was one of the greatest revolutions ever accomplished in human affairs and its blows to imperial Christianity have bought us the freedom from spiritual oppression we have enjoyed for centuries. But the issues that cost so many their lives have been forgotten, and the Reformation's triumph has been systematically eroded. In this series, you will see how the forces that fought against the protestant reformation are returning with unrelenting power. Find out about the clandestine goals being promoted today by political and spiritual leaders. Find out how all this affects you personally. The lessons of history will help us understand the political and economic situation we are facing. If we do not learn from history, we are doomed to repeat it. This series is a compelling call to revive and protect the truth-filled principles that millions died to uphold. |
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"With whom, think you, are you contending? With an old man on the brink of the grave?? No! with TRUTH – Truth which is stronger than you, and will overcome you."
John Wycliffe - preacher, reformer, translator of first English Bible DidYouKnow?
"In the early 17th century, a wave of religious reform changed the way Christmas was celebrated in Europe. When Oliver Cromwell and his Puritan forces took over England in 1645, they vowed to rid England of decadence and, as part of their effort, cancelled Christmas. By popular demand, Charles II was restored to the throne and, with him, came the return of the popular holiday.
The pilgrims, English separatists that came to America in 1620, were even more orthodox in their Puritan beliefs than Cromwell. As a result, Christmas was not a holiday in early America. From 1659 to 1681, the celebration of Christmas was actually outlawed in Boston. Anyone exhibiting the Christmas spirit was fined five shillings. By contrast, in the Jamestown settlement, Captain John Smith reported that Christmas was enjoyed by all and passed without incident.
After the American Revolution, English customs fell out of favor, including Christmas. In fact, Congress was in session on December 25, 1789, the first Christmas under America's new constitution. Christmas wasn't declared a federal holiday until June 26, 1870. Taken from History.com "
An Outlaw Christmas |
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