Post by Daniel on Oct 15, 2015 7:55:32 GMT -5
Are Christians Welcoming Witchcraft?
By David Fiorazo on October 13, 2015
The darkness of the occult and witchcraft has to a great degree been accepted in our society, but the question we should ask is to what extent has it seeped into our churches?
Every year Christians debate about holidays, holy days, celebrations and symbols. Should children be encouraged to go trick or treating? Is Halloween really evil? Can it be redeemed by calling it by another name? Let’s look at both sides.
I’ve heard Halloween described as harmless, satanic, fun, evil, innocent, or demonically inspired. What spirit is behind the festivities? Obviously, Christians should not celebrate holidays the same way the world does; darkness should not entertain the church – we are called to be the light of Christ.
This is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is Light, and in Him there is no darkness at all (1 John 1:5).
So, what are concerned Christian parents to do when all their kids want is to have fun with their friends and eat a bunch of candy? Know the Word of God, understand the truth and history behind any holiday in question, make your own decision before God and do not judge others either way.
Some refer to Halloween as “National Evangelism Day” because people come to your door. Hand out Bible tracts with candy and you can share the gospel without leaving home. If a Christian alternative is not available, use the opportunity to tell trick or treaters about Christ. God loves them, Jesus conquered sin and death, and forgiveness can only be found in Him; Nothing scary about that.
However, casting spells, demons, fear, sex, witchcraft, familiar spirits, wizards, horror, violence, animal or child sacrifice are definitely not gray areas. Once we are informed we are without excuse.
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By David Fiorazo on October 13, 2015
The darkness of the occult and witchcraft has to a great degree been accepted in our society, but the question we should ask is to what extent has it seeped into our churches?
Every year Christians debate about holidays, holy days, celebrations and symbols. Should children be encouraged to go trick or treating? Is Halloween really evil? Can it be redeemed by calling it by another name? Let’s look at both sides.
I’ve heard Halloween described as harmless, satanic, fun, evil, innocent, or demonically inspired. What spirit is behind the festivities? Obviously, Christians should not celebrate holidays the same way the world does; darkness should not entertain the church – we are called to be the light of Christ.
This is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is Light, and in Him there is no darkness at all (1 John 1:5).
So, what are concerned Christian parents to do when all their kids want is to have fun with their friends and eat a bunch of candy? Know the Word of God, understand the truth and history behind any holiday in question, make your own decision before God and do not judge others either way.
Some refer to Halloween as “National Evangelism Day” because people come to your door. Hand out Bible tracts with candy and you can share the gospel without leaving home. If a Christian alternative is not available, use the opportunity to tell trick or treaters about Christ. God loves them, Jesus conquered sin and death, and forgiveness can only be found in Him; Nothing scary about that.
However, casting spells, demons, fear, sex, witchcraft, familiar spirits, wizards, horror, violence, animal or child sacrifice are definitely not gray areas. Once we are informed we are without excuse.
continue reading
davidfiorazo.com/2015/10/are-christians-welcoming-witchcraft/