Topic: Idolatry

The Bible's view on birthdays is presented as negative, highlighting Matthew 14 where Herod’s birthday celebration led to the execution of John the Baptist. Jeremiah 10:1-6 is read from the New World Translation to illustrate God's command against the "customs of the peoples," specifically the practice of cutting down trees and decorating them with silver and gold. While the text refers to idols, the speakers draw a direct parallel to the modern Christmas tree as a form of heathen foolishness.