211.28: Why Hanukkah is More Than Just a Fun, Jewish Holiday, it's in the Bible!

So far, we’ve been traveling through the chronological accounts until  the Babylonian exile of the Jews which happened in 3 waves, from 605-586  BC. Today we’re jumping ahead to the 300s BC, then even further to  175-167 BC to yet another attack which led to the miracle of Hanukkah.  Why should Christians understand the Jewish Hanukkah celebration?  Because 1. Jesus celebrated it and 2. It points to Jesus as the Light of  the World. We find the story in 1 Maccabees chapters 1, 2 and 4. Yes,  it’s an apocryphal book, which means it’s not inspired by God, but an  historical account. Let’s dig in… Keep reading in my blog where there are links to dig deeper and watch the special video at the bottom…. If you want to reap all the benefits of salvation including the 1-way, non-stop ticket to Heaven then… Believe. Repent. Be Baptized. Receive the Holy Spirit. Pray this prayer humbly and wholeheartedly… “Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins and rose from the dead. Please forgive me. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and my life to you. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. I surrender my whole life to you and I will follow you for the rest of my life. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Or visit: https://giselleaguiar.com/how-to-invite-jesus-into-your-heart/ FREE Ebook! The Catholic Mission Field in Our Backyards How to help open the eyes of your Catholic friends and family to the Truth about the Salvation of Jesus Christ (without starting a battle). A Guide for born-again Christians. https://giselleaguiar.com/free-ebook-the-catholic-mission-field-in-our-backyards/ Which is the Best Study Bible to Give a Catholic? (affiliate link) http://giselleaguiar.com/which-study-bible-is-best-to-give-a-catholic/ This is a daily podcast, published each evening. Subscribe so can get to know God. And please share this with your friends. Soli Deo Gloria — To God Alone Be the Glory!