THE WATCHTOWER December 2012 | Something Better Than Christmas
What do you think should characterize the Christmas spirit? Is there something better?
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In Search of the Christmas Spirit
Spending time with family and friends, helping the needy, and remembering Jesus—these are all valuable. What is most important?
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The Joy of Giving
Christmas gift-giving often brings more stress than happiness. What Bible principles can help?
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Helping the Needy
God’s Word encourages us to be kind and generous year-round. What specific advice does it give?
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Family Togetherness
Many families look forward to getting together and enjoying a good time at Christmas. But why is it also a challenge?
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“Peace Among Men of Goodwill”
What can help Jesus’ followers enjoy true and lasting peace?
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They Found Something Better
Millions of Christians do not celebrate Christmas. How do they feel about their decision?
OUR READERS ASK
Why Do Some People Not Celebrate Christmas?
Consider four reasons why millions who love Jesus do not celebrate Christmas.
DRAW CLOSE TO GOD
Are You in God’s “Book of Remembrance”?
What is this book and how can you have your name written in it?
LIFE STORY
At Last I Found True Freedom!
Read how Maria Kilin survived as a prisoner in North Korea, and how Bible truths helped her find true freedom.
LEARN FROM GOD'S WORD
Why Did God Send Jesus to Earth?
Learn why Jesus came to the earth and how we still benefit today.
Do You Believe That You Have Lived Before?
Belief in reincarnation is popular. But is that what the Bible teaches?
Did You Know?
Learn about the salt in the Dead Sea and the value of a drachma coin in Jesus’ day.
What Did I Get Myself Into?
Read how a missionary in Benin learned sign language to help deaf people draw close to God.
The Use of Cosmetics in Bible Times
What did women in Bible times use to enhance their beauty?
“History Does Not Lie”
On April 1, 1951, hundreds of Jehovah’s Witnesses were deported from Estonia to Siberia. Why?
TEACH YOUR CHILDREN
Jotham Remained Faithful Despite Troubles at Home
How can you draw close to God even if your parents are not serving him?
