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Let’s Make Sure the Right One Wins

Posted on December 24, 2025 by russellmckinney

Approximately 300 years or so after the death of Jesus, in a town in what is today called Turkey, a baby boy was born. The child was born into a wealthy, well-educated family, and he grew up in an atmosphere … Continue reading →

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Christmas Trees, Santa, Bing Crosby, & Charlie Brown

Posted on December 20, 2023 by russellmckinney

“The Origins of the Christmas Holiday” series (post #3) We’re in a series on the origins of our Christmastime traditions. With the first post, I covered the subjects of the winter solstice and Saturnalia. With the second, I explained the effect the … Continue reading →

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Christmas Trees, Santa, Bing Crosby, & Charlie Brown

Posted on December 6, 2009 by russellmckinney

“The Origins of the Christmas Holiday” series (post #3) We’re in a series on the origins of our Christmastime traditions. With the first post, I covered the subjects of the winter solstice and Saturnalia. With the second, I explained the effect the … Continue reading →

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