This is more than likely 100% true. However does the spell hold power if it is not directed properly? No it does not. That is why they've continually shifted the narrative about Christmas. Away from his teachings and towards gluttony and consumption. I would like to think that Jesus would hear my prayers if I were standing at the gates of hell itself wondering if I should take another step. My faith tells me to replace the holiday's with a prayer to God. Best I can do until I figure something else out. I'm simply not one to think that prayers don't matter because you don't do them on the right day. One might think that loving God on the most evil days of the year might actually be the goal or overcoming the darkness.