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Brian Hoeck

	Patrick and The Early Celtic Church: The Truth About St. Patrick's Day We've all heard stories and legends about St. Patrick, which have become "facts" over the centuries. A little digging shows a good portion of these long known "facts" aren't true -- for starters he wasn't Irish. The Catholic Church claims him as one of their own but was he? Learn the facts here and be prepared to be as surprised as we were because if Patrick suddenly materialized today, his first words would probably be "The Catholic church gave me a holiday?"
	The Truth About St. Valentine's Day Any idea how and why this windfall for florists and candy and lingerie makers everywhere came into existence? In fact, many people think Valentine's Day was invented by greeting card companies in the not too distant past. American Greetings, Hallmark and Rocking Chair Studios are thrilled with the boffo business, but they didn't have to create it and they'd never tell you who did. We haven't got a problem with it though.

Kenneth M. Hoeck

	Belief = Trust and Obey Today, mainstream Christianity tells us to "just believe" and that obedience to God's commandments died on the cross with Jesus. Is this a valid Christian doctrine?
	The Purpose of the Law What is the intended purpose of the Law of God? Is it fair? Did Paul have issues with it? What exactly does it teach us? The author poses even more questions, but by the end you'll know the answers to all of them.
	The True History of New Years Is January 1 New Years by fact? By decree? If so, who's? God's? In this piece you'll learn that the celebration of New Years is the oldest of all pagan holidays, first observed in Babylon 4,000 years ago. And much, much more.
	The Truth About Lent Millions of Christians observe 40 days of repentance and fasting, as a prelude’ to Easter. The basis for this observance, some claim, is found in Romans 5:20. Lent is observed by some after having spent a week in riotous living (Mardi Gras). But is Lent Biblical? Find out in this article.
	The Two Peters Fascinating story of mistaken identity, secret agendas and deception. The Roman Catholic Church claims that it was founded upon Simon Peter, the Apostle, and that this Peter was the first Pope or "Father" of "Christianity". Read the solid evidence that challenges that claim
	The Truth on Easter Many assume that this holiday originated with the resurrection of Jesus Christ, but the information provided here demonstrates that this spring tradition of man is actually much older and far less 'holy' than one would imagine. Using the technique the Hoeck’s have turned into an art form, this topic has been researched thoroughly, but in their desire to share the spotlight, they allow biblical historians, theologians and clergy from the past to construct their gallows using their own words. .
	When Was Jesus Born? Many people will grudgingly admit Jesus probably wasn't born on December 25th. But how many are willing to say they know when he really was born? Mr. Hoeck says he knows and presents compelling evidence to back up his claim.

Brian Hoeck & Kenneth M. Hoeck

If you think members of the early church walked the streets of Rome the night of December 24th caroling and wassailing, or that Christmas has been embraced through the centuries by all of Christianity's scholars and leaders as a glorious celebration of Jesus Christ's birth, you might want to check this highly lauded series out. And don't be put off by the "5 volumes" thing -- this series is as easy and enjoyable to read as it is enlightening.

	The X-Mas Files, The Truth On Christmas, Volume 1  Quotes and citations about the pagan origin of Christmas from many sources.
	The X-Mas Files, The Truth On Christmas, Volume 2  Extensive text quoted from sixteen encyclopedias.
	The X-Mas Files, The Truth On Christmas, Volume 3   Quotes derived from academic works and books by religious historians.
	The X-Mas Files, The Truth On Christmas, Volume 4     Passages from works of world history and histories of Christianity and Christmas
	The X-Mas Files, The Truth On Christmas, Volume 5 Quotes about the origins and (non)keeping of Christmas from many sources.

Rich Traver

The Doctrine of Anti-Christ   Will we even be aware of it when an antichrist appears? Toward the end of the first century, a growing heresy began taking form, seriously impacting the Church of God. The Apostle John warned those who were faithful, of its danger. Few heeded, and the Church gradually accepted a theological position that disregarded one of the essential Truths of all time.Very few then --and fewer today-- have even a basic understanding about this sinister threat. But if you read this you'll be one of them.

The Watch Was Set   Was the Crucifixion on a Friday, or a Wednesday? This long running controversy is examined by the author who has studied passages providing specific details that have been overlooked and ignored by the religious community.

Richard A. Wiedenheft

Personal Evangelism    A comprehensive guide to this vitally important component of life for the True Christian. The author explains the 8 progressive steps to conversion and explores why love needs to be the primary motivation. He then provides a 7 point practical program to start practicing personal evangelism, Essential reading for all Christians. Bible quotations in this article are from NIV. Q This article was previously published by Giving & Sharing as Bible Study No. 114.