Sweet Bits of History
lthough the full history of the Candy Cane is uncertain, it apparently began in late 17th century Europe as a straight, white sugar stick (no curve, no stripes) used only as a treat. Europeans often used food treats (cookies, etc.) as decorations on their Christmas trees, and so the little sugar sticks found their way onto trees. In America, this became particularly fashionable after about 1847, when an Ohio man named August Imgard used candy canes exlusively in decorating his family Christmas tree, to entertain his nephews and nieces. Reportedly, many who saw it decided to go home, boil sugar, and give it a try. An American tradition was born. Less is known about the stripes & shape. We can’t say who first added the bold red stripes, but there are various opinions regarding the motives/meanings of the red on white. One idea is good old American patriotism (the stripes on the US flag). Also very likely is a connection to Christianity (via Christmas), in that the colors seem to symbolize the Lord Jesus Christ’s sinlessness (white, for His purity1) and His death on the cross (red, for His shed blood2) to buy fallen humanity’s freedom from sin. Both the patriotic and Christian meanings could be true. Certainly when we think of American patriots who died to secure our natural liberties, we are reminded of Jesus’ death that paid for the ultimate freedom: everlasting life. We also cannot say when and where the cane’s hooked shape was established, but it’s likely one reason was simply to make them easy to hang on Christmas trees. There is a possible Christian connection, too: the shape of a shepherd’s staff is seen (Jesus is the shepherd3, or guide, of all His followers).
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Sweet Bits of History
lthough the full history of the Candy Cane is uncertain, it apparently began in late 17th century Europe as a straight, white sugar stick (no curve, no stripes) used only as a treat. Europeans often used food treats (cookies, etc.) as decorations on their Christmas trees, and so the little sugar sticks found their way onto trees. In America, this became particularly fashionable after about 1847, when an Ohio man named August Imgard used candy canes exlusively in decorating his family Christmas tree, to entertain his nephews and nieces. Reportedly, many who saw it decided to go home, boil sugar, and give it a try. An American tradition was born. Less is known about the stripes & shape. We can’t say who first added the bold red stripes, but there are various opinions regarding the motives/meanings of the red on white. One idea is good old American patriotism (the stripes on the US flag). Also very likely is a connection to Christianity (via Christmas), in that the colors seem to symbolize the Lord Jesus Christ’s sinlessness (white, for His purity1) and His death on the cross (red, for His shed blood2) to buy fallen humanity’s freedom from sin. Both the patriotic and Christian meanings could be true. Certainly when we think of American patriots who died to secure our natural liberties, we are reminded of Jesus’ death that paid for the ultimate freedom: everlasting life. We also cannot say when and where the cane’s hooked shape was established, but it’s likely one reason was simply to make them easy to hang on Christmas trees. There is a possible Christian connection, too: the shape of a shepherd’s staff is seen (Jesus is the shepherd3, or guide, of all His followers).
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Sweet Bits of History
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lthough the full history of the Candy Cane is uncertain, it apparently began in late 17th century Europe as a straight, white sugar stick (no curve, no stripes) used only as a treat. Europeans often used food treats (cookies, etc.) as decorations on their Christmas trees, and so the little sugar sticks found their way onto trees. In America, this became particularly fashionable after about 1847, when an Ohio man named August Imgard used candy canes exlusively in decorating his family Christmas tree, to entertain his nephews and nieces. Reportedly, many who saw it decided to go home, boil sugar, and give it a try. An American tradition was born. Less is known about the stripes & shape. We can’t say who first added the bold red stripes, but there are various opinions regarding the motives/meanings of the red on white. One idea is good old American patriotism (the stripes on the US flag). Also very likely is a connection to Christianity (via Christmas), in that the colors seem to symbolize the Lord Jesus Christ’s sinlessness (white, for His purity1) and His death on the cross (red, for His shed blood2) to buy fallen humanity’s freedom from sin. Both the patriotic and Christian meanings could be true. Certainly when we think of American patriots who died to secure our natural liberties, we are reminded of Jesus’ death that paid for the ultimate freedom: everlasting life. We also cannot say when and where the cane’s hooked shape was established, but it’s likely one reason was simply to make them easy to hang on Christmas trees. There is a possible Christian connection, too: the shape of a shepherd’s staff is seen (Jesus is the shepherd3, or guide, of all His followers).
How to Buy Into One Sweet Offer
esus taught that each one of us must be “born again” in order to become part of the Kingdom of God.4 That is to say, one must be “born from above”5 if we want to become citizens in God’s Kingdom. Think again about the patriotic concept: One born outside America is not a U.S. citizen. If he wants to become truly American, he must be naturalized to be a citizen. Likewise, we were all born into the sinful line of Adam (the first human)6, and we are not citizens of God’s Kingdom until we are born again—converted, or naturalized, into His Kingdom. So, how? That’s just what a man named Nicodemus asked Jesus (see the Holy Bible, Gospel of John, chapter 3). Jesus said that our new birth must consist of “water” and “Spirit.” According to the New Testament (for examples, see the Book of Acts), that means being baptized in water while calling on the name of Jesus (which identifies with Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection7) and by receiving the infilling of God’s Spirit. We can help you be born again. Read Acts 2:38! Contact us!
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. See the Holy Bible, Book of Hebrews 4:15. See Hebrews 9:12. In Hebrews 13:20, Jesus is called “that great shepherd of the sheep.” See the Holy Bible, Gospel of St. John 3:3-5. In John 3, “born again” is rendered as “born from above” in the New Revised Standard Version of the Holy Bible. See the Holy Bible, Book of Romans 5:12. See Romans 6:15, and Book of Colossians 2:11-15.
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How to Buy Into One Sweet Offer
esus taught that each one of us must be “born again” in order to become part of the Kingdom of God.4 That is to say, one must be “born from above”5 if we want to become citizens in God’s Kingdom. Think again about the patriotic concept: One born outside America is not a U.S. citizen. If he wants to become truly American, he must be naturalized to be a citizen. Likewise, we were all born into the sinful line of Adam (the first human)6, and we are not citizens of God’s Kingdom until we are born again—converted, or naturalized, into His Kingdom. So, how? That’s just what a man named Nicodemus asked Jesus (see the Holy Bible, Gospel of John, chapter 3). Jesus said that our new birth must consist of “water” and “Spirit.” According to the New Testament (for examples, see the Book of Acts), that means being baptized in water while calling on the name of Jesus (which identifies with Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection7) and by receiving the infilling of God’s Spirit. We can help you be born again. Read Acts 2:38! Contact us!
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. See the Holy Bible, Book of Hebrews 4:15. See Hebrews 9:12. In Hebrews 13:20, Jesus is called “that great shepherd of the sheep.” See the Holy Bible, Gospel of St. John 3:3-5. In John 3, “born again” is rendered as “born from above” in the New Revised Standard Version of the Holy Bible. See the Holy Bible, Book of Romans 5:12. See Romans 6:15, and Book of Colossians 2:11-15.
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How to Buy Into One Sweet Offer
esus taught that each one of us must be “born again” in order to become part of the Kingdom of God.4 That is to say, one must be “born from above”5 if we want to become citizens in God’s Kingdom. Think again about the patriotic concept: One born outside America is not a U.S. citizen. If he wants to become truly American, he must be naturalized to be a citizen. Likewise, we were all born into the sinful line of Adam (the first human)6, and we are not citizens of God’s Kingdom until we are born again—converted, or naturalized, into His Kingdom. So, how? That’s just what a man named Nicodemus asked Jesus (see the Holy Bible, Gospel of John, chapter 3). Jesus said that our new birth must consist of “water” and “Spirit.” According to the New Testament (for examples, see the Book of Acts), that means being baptized in water while calling on the name of Jesus (which identifies with Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection7) and by receiving the infilling of God’s Spirit. We can help you be born again. Read Acts 2:38! Contact us!
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. See the Holy Bible, Book of Hebrews 4:15. See Hebrews 9:12. In Hebrews 13:20, Jesus is called “that great shepherd of the sheep.” See the Holy Bible, Gospel of St. John 3:3-5. In John 3, “born again” is rendered as “born from above” in the New Revised Standard Version of the Holy Bible. See the Holy Bible, Book of Romans 5:12. See Romans 6:15, and Book of Colossians 2:11-15.
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Christian Apostolic Church
On N. 20th Street between North View & Arlington
Meet esus at...
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Christian Apostolic Church
On N. 20th Street between North View & Arlington
Meet
esus at...
• cac.us.com • info@clarksburgcac.com • 624-1388•
Christian Apostolic Church
On N. 20th Street between North View & Arlington
• cac.us.com • info@clarksburgcac.com • 624-1388•