08/04/2026
✨ Freshman Orientation is Here! ✨
🎉 Welcome, new students!
Stop by the Bible Study Club table during Freshman Orientation on August 26 at 9:00 AM or 6:00 PM in the Arena.
🙏 We’d love to meet you, pray with you, answer your questions, and help you get connected with a community of faith on campus.
Whether you’re looking for encouragement, friendship, or a place to grow spiritually, there’s a place for you!
📍 Freshman Orientation
📅 August 26
🕘 9:00 AM & 6:00 PM
📍 RWJ Arena
We can’t wait to meet you! Invite a friend and come say hello! 💙
06/21/2026
A father’s love can be one of life’s greatest reflections of God’s compassion.
“As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him.” — Psalm 103:13
Happy Father’s Day to all fathers, grandfathers, mentors, and father figures who make a difference every day.
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04/17/2026
Please join us in supporting a deserving Mariner, a shining example of dedication and compassion, by contributing to his wheelchair accessible van fund 🚐. Let's show him that we care and believe in the impossible. 🙌🏼🚐💨
💫 'For nothing is impossible with God.'
Every donation brings hope and changes lives. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Donate to Help Efstathios Get a Wheelchair-Accessible Van, organized by Efstathios Grimpas
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01/20/2026
Today’s Topic: Forgiveness 🤍
Shout out to Leah Jones, our amazing Club President, for leading today’s lesson straight from the Word! 🙌
She taught from Matthew 6:14–15, Ephesians 4:32, and Galatians 5:1, reminding us that forgiveness is not optional—it is necessary to enter Heaven. When we forgive, we align our hearts with God and walk in true freedom.
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Today’s Topic: Forgiveness 🤍
Shout out to Leah Jones, our amazing Club President, for leading today’s lesson straight from the Word! 🙌
She taught from Matthew 6:14–15, Ephesians 4:32, and Galatians 5:1, reminding us that forgiveness is not optional—it is necessary to enter Heaven. When we forgive, we align our hearts with God and walk in true freedom.
✨ We have forgiven.
✨ We are forgiven.
✨ We are FREE 🆓
“Whom the Son sets free is free indeed!”
🔥 No more shackles.
🔥 No more chains. ⛓️💥
We ended with a powerful celebration—letting go of everything that ever had us bound, declaring freedom, healing, and new life in Christ! 🙌🎉
Freedom looks good on us!
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10/31/2025
What Does the Bible Say About Halloween?
The Bible doesn’t mention Halloween specifically because the holiday developed centuries after the biblical texts were written. However, many of the themes associated with Halloween—like death, darkness, and spiritual forces—are addressed throughout Scripture. For some Christians, the holiday offers a moment to reflect on these themes, while others prefer to avoid participation altogether due to the holiday's historical and cultural origins.
Pagan Origins of Halloween and Conflict with Christianity
Halloween has roots in Samhain, a pagan Celtic festival held around November 1, marking the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter. During Samhain, it was believed that the veil between the living and the dead was thinnest, and people made offerings or engaged in rituals to appease wandering spirits. As Christianity spread, All Saints’ Day (celebrated on November 1) was introduced to honor Christian martyrs and saints, giving rise to "All Hallows' Eve," which later evolved into Halloween.
For many Christians, the superstitions and rituals from Samhain are incompatible with biblical teachings. The Bible warns against practices tied to sorcery, witchcraft, and occult activities. For example, Deuteronomy 18:10-12 explicitly instructs believers not to engage in divination, spiritism, or consulting the dead, as these were practices of the nations surrounding Israel.
Click to read more about Is Halloween Evil?
Should Christians Participate in Halloween?
So what are Christians to do? Yes, the Bible encourages Christians to avoid engaging in practices that align with pagan traditions or suggest the worship of false gods. Ephesians 5:11 says, "Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them."
This teaching influences many Christians who feel that Halloween’s connection to darkness, spirits, and magic contradicts their faith. However, others point out that while Halloween’s origins were pagan, the way it is celebrated today can be reframed. Activities like costume parties, pumpkin carving, or trick-or-treating may not carry any spiritual significance and can be seen as harmless fun, especially if the intent is to celebrate community or engage with neighbors.
Personal Convictions and Christian Freedom
Different Christians have different convictions regarding Halloween. Romans 14:5-6 reminds believers that not all matters are black-and-white: "One person esteems one day as better than another, while another esteems all days alike. Each one should be fully convinced in his own mind." Some choose to opt-out of Halloween activities entirely to avoid any association with its pagan origins. Others participate in ways that align with their values, such as attending church-hosted "trunk-or-treat" events or using the opportunity to share their faith with their neighbors.
Ultimately, Christian liberty allows for differing approaches, as long as believers honor God in their decisions. Whether by avoiding or reimagining Halloween celebrations, the focus remains on living in a way that reflects God’s truth and love.
1 John 1:5***
1 Peter 5:8***
2 Corinthians 11:14
Isaiah 8:19-20
3 John 1:11
Isaiah 35:4
Romans 14:9
Joshua 1:9
Psalm 23:4
Psalm 27:1
Psalm 118:6
Source:
What Does the Bible Say About Halloween? Verses for Halloween
Should Christians celebrate Halloween and take part in this pagan-influenced holiday? Read Bible verses you can apply to your decision.
04/09/2025
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