Within, let's dive into the heated debate over which calendar should be used to set God's holy days—a controversy that's been stirring up strong opinions, sarcasm, and even angry accusations within the church of God. This issue, rivaled perhaps only by church government, has split folks for ages. Research papers with titles like *God's Sacred Calendar* and *The Calendar God Gave to Moses* flood the scene, alongside articles and letters, all clashing on major points. History shows that when a group splits, they often craft their own calendar to mark their separation, a pattern seen even in biblical times when Jeroboam shifted sacred observances after Judah's secession from Israel. The controversy hinges on key disputes: when to start the year, how to define a new moon, the use of postponements, intercalation, and whether to rely on observation or calculation. Some reject the Hebrew calendar's month names as proof it's not of God, though one might ask if the pagan names of weekdays discredit the seven-day week. Critics push for a return to what they call God's or the biblical calendar, claiming the Hebrew version isn't scriptural. Yet, the Bible lacks a clear tabular calendar or explicit rules for setting days, months, and years, leaving room for varied interpretations and arbitrary decisions on details like new moon timing or the role of the spring equinox. Further disagreements arise over whether to observe natural signs like barley harvests or calculate dates using astronomical averages. Observation, tied to visual cues like the new moon, faces challenges from weather and location variables, making planning for holy days chaotic at times. Historical records confirm ancient Israel used observers for new moons, but calculations likely backed them up, especially when sightings failed. The fixed Hebrew calendar, built on average speeds of heavenly bodies, uses postponements to align with celestial irregularities—adjustments some criticize as mere convenience, though they're meant to harmonize diverse factors and respect Sabbath preparation, ensuring holy days don't clash. Despite imperfections, the Hebrew calendar stands out for consistency, aiding planning and unifying God's people worldwide in observing His holy days. With no perfect calendar possible under current cosmic disharmony, and given its proven track record over centuries, there's little reason to abandon it for more erratic alternatives lacking the same historical and biblical grounding among God's people.