Are Christmas Trees Biblical?

Christmas trees aren’t mentioned in Scripture but biblical principles guide us.

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Evergreens remind us of eternal life in Christ.

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Tree lights point to Jesus, the Light of the World.

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Gifts reflect God’s greatest gift Jesus.

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The star symbolizes God’s guidance to the Savior.

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Evergreens mirror God’s everlasting love.

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Scripture calls the cross a tree— Christ was born to save.

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Jeremiah 10 warns against idols, not Christmas trees.

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Let your tree point to Jesus—life, light, and hope.

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