If an overt act of transgression is not the issue, peace must prevail. Most folks who are rather sensitive about these cultural practices are not consistent entirely in their own conduct. Consider, for example, the celebration of birthdays. Surely no one will so allege. Surely these queries must be answered negatively.
Practices can change with time, and mean different things to different people.
We must not compromise the truth, but neither are we permitted to make spiritual laws for others. Comment on this article. For our article usage policy, please see this Copyright Notice . This story was originally published on January 30, 2001. The Christian Courier is a monthly journal of biblical studies.