HALLOWEEN is an opportunity?

[Laela]

I happen tune in to the 'other' Christian station in my area when I heard a guy giving tips on Halloween...? "tips"... such as, seeingTrick-or-Treat in the neighborhood as an opportunity spread the Gospel and to meet your neighbors. That this time of year shouldn't be when Christians lock up and hide.

He recommends, letting your "light shine" and be sure to give out the GOOD candy..not just any old candy. And with each candy, give out a track or pamphlet about Jesus. He saw nothing wrong with the kids dressing up to go Trick-or-Treating..."what's wrong with that?" he asked. Use this chance to do a "reverse Trick-or-Treat and go door to door to share Jesus.

What is a reverse Trick-or-Treat? ....

Oil and water do not mix. Anyone heard any other outrageous holiday Christian gimmicks in their area?

 

[crlsweetie912]

This has been on my mind lately....I know I need to read up on this, but something with "christians" partaking in Halloween activities, allowing their kids to dress up and throwing parties just sets something off in my spirit....

 

[Iwanthealthyhair67]

we (the church) are so much like the world, adding Jesus to it can't make it right

 

[JinaRicci]

I know people who do this and I don't get it either. We don't need to have a counter- to everything. I'm not locked up. When my bell rings (most kids know the drill by now), I answer, say Hi and explain why I don't celebrate Halloween. I think that's being a witness too.

 

[LucieLoo12]

We suppose to be sharing Jesus everyday of our lives..and Christians shouldnt have anything to do with halloween..Its in NO way of God...and i hate this churches still try to celebrate it on the cool with this "Harvest Day" stuff.... People always try to make stuff godly, but the bible says the things He has called unclean we cant make them clean. And the candy thing? Kids can eat candy any day of the year...what that got to do with anything...?? Parents let their kids be all types of things ghosts, devil, witches..ect..why not teach them to be Christ like?

Halloween is centered around being scared and fear....but the bible says He has not given us a spirit of fear, so that shows us right there its not of God

 

[crlsweetie912]

We suppose to be sharing Jesus everyday of our lives..and Christians shouldnt have anything to do with halloween..Its in NO way of God...and i hate this churches still try to celebrate it on the cool with this "Harvest Day" stuff.... People always try to make stuff godly, but the bible says the things He has called unclean we cant make them clean. And the candy thing? Kids can eat candy any day of the year...what that got to do with anything...?? Parents let their kids be all types of things ghosts, devil, witches..ect..why not teach them to be Christ like?

Halloween is centered around being scared and fear....but the bible says He has not given us a spirit of fear, so that shows us right there its not of God

I saw a picture of a baby in a devil costume and it made me so sad...

 

[Iwanthealthyhair67]

JinaRicci, exactly giving a reason for why you belief what you believe not adding Jesus to it trying to 'gloss' over what true meaning of Halloween ...truly we have lost our fear of God, there is no reverence no awe no anything.

 

[LucieLoo12]

I get so upset with this stuff. The parents wonder why these kids be acting up, but look at the things they open their kids up to. They let them play those evil video games about shooting and killing, allow them to watch alllll types of movies about drug, cursing and sex and then wonder "Why is Johnny acting so disrespectful?"...well look at what they expose their kids too.

I firmly believe that all things comes with spirits..I really believe that call me crazy, but its true..Thats why I monitor the things I listen to, watch or am involved with..We invite the devil in our house with the television programs we watch


True testimony, i was a bbbiiggggg fan of crime shows, such as Law and Order, CSI, Criminal Minds. I loovved these shows. So I began noticing that I didnt have peace in my house or wherever I went. I would always think someone was in my house or if I went to Walmart I would be nervous walking to my car, I would think someone was going to attack me, thats becuz all these crime shows came with a spirit of fear. Soon as i stopped watching it, it went away. God began to minister to my mind and was like "How can you find enjoyment in the things I hate" (rape, killing, voilence ) etc. So i monitor everything that i put into my spirit.


Ok, so back to the Halloween thread.....

I saw a picture of a baby in a devil costume and it made me so sad...

 

[aribell]

The perspective that many churches are taking toward Halloween is actually not much different than that which led to the creation of Christmas and Easter as religious holidays. The Church decided to attempt to superimpose a God-honoring celebration upon a demonic one in order to combat the wickedness of the pagan celebrations. I'm not saying at all that the Church ought to have done so, but I do believe that if churches and Christians are criticized for attempting to witness to unbelievers on this day, then Christians celebrating Christmas and Easter are subject to the same criticism because both of those holidays also have clearly pagan roots.

 

[Goombay_Summer]

While Halloween masquerades as childish fun and frolic, it is serious business in the occult world because witchcraft, wicca, satanism and paganism believe, on the night of Halloween, devils and spirits are unleashed. They perform their most hideous and potent rituals on the night of Halloween. It is therefore not surprising that over 1.2 million practicing and proud witches live in America, witchcraft currently is the fastest growing religion in America we have to decide as Christian who we serve because you cannot serve two masters, and this is not a religious celebration IMHO that we should partake of.

In essences this is the most sacred and holist celebration day for witchcraft, wicca, satanism, and paganism but that's just my interpretation of today's events.

 

[aribell]

(This is not against what you've posted Laela, not at all. I also take issue with what my church is doing today.)

I'm not exactly sure where this thought is going (mine), but I feel something has to be said about not defiling one another's consciences. I think I became more knowledgeable about evil in this respect from the church than I ever did from the world, but I don't think that's entirely a good thing. In one respect, believers should definitely see more clearly than the world. We should know and discern more and thereby avoid evil. At the same time, I think that Scripture is clear that in many ways this type of thing is a matter of conscience. I Cor. 8 & 10, show that what is done in ignorance/innocence does not make one a partaker in evil--particularly when we know that the God we serve is infinitely more powerful than any demon walking around on this earth. But sometimes we as believers feel like we have a duty to come up and make sure people see as evil what would otherwise have meant nothing to them, and I honestly don't believe that's spiritually beneficial to anyone. (I speak of things that are not inherently sinful--dressing up or getting candy is not an inherently sinful thing)

There are people who will want to say that a five year old dressed up as a ladybug going door to door asking for candy is participating in demonic activity, and I have to say that I completely disagree with that. Are there many many people worshiping Satan today? Yes, there are. But to worship something is an intentional act of paying homage. No trick or treater is going to accidentally worship Satan, unless they choose to glorify something evil in their costume or the movies they watch.

I do agree that those who have consciousness of the spiritual realities of Halloween ought to refrain from participating in it. I just think that we also have to remember that not everyone has that same level of consciousness.

 

[Rainbow Dash]

Halloween is the one of the highest days in the wicca community. Why would we as Christians need to celebrate this. God is not an alternative. God does not put His approval on everything we try to put Him in. It is a celebration of darkness, death, ghost, devils, etc. They also do evil sacrifices on this day. We should be a light and pray for lost souls.

 

[creolefox]

While Halloween masquerades as childish fun and frolic, it is serious business in the occult world because witchcraft, wicca, satanism and paganism believe, on the night of Halloween, devils and spirits are unleashed. They perform their most hideous and potent rituals on the night of Halloween. It is therefore not surprising that over 1.2 million practicing and proud witches live in America, witchcraft currently is the fastest growing religion in America we have to decide as Christian who we serve because you cannot serve two masters, and this is not a religious celebration IMHO that we should partake of.

In essences this is the most sacred and holist celebration day for witchcraft, wicca, satanism, and paganism but that's just my interpretation of today's events.

What source states witchcraft as the fastest growing religion in America??

 

[Shimmie]

What source states witchcraft as the fastest growing religion in America??

Without a doubt it is and it's nothing new. The evidence and the sources are all around us. It's been growing quite rapidly for quite some time.

The New Age Movement: 'The Secret' i.e. Laws of Attraction

The media, i.e. Harry Potter, Twilight, Charmed;;

The secular music industry (The illuminati)

Homosexuality, the push for gay marriage. Oh yes indeed it is... witchcraft; there's a spirit behind this agenda which is an afront against God,

For years, I've been asking God, 'Father, how is this activity gaining so much attention and so much approval when people know how wrong it is? It just doesn't make any sense. None at all? "

Why were so there many Churches and professing Christians and yet still the every growing mass of homosexuality.

The answer, plain as day: "Witch Craft". The 'mother' of homosexuality, the nurturer, the life giver of it is witch craft. My mind is like, Wow! Wow! WOW !!! This makes sense. And of course it makes sense, God is giving us the answers.

How so? The answers are so obvious and yet so subtle and at the same time, so blatant.

Demasculation of men: Mothers who 'feminize' their sons. "My Princess Boy" and the little boy who wants to join the Girl Scouts. It's always the mother or predominantly other females in the forefront of this behaviour. Men who support this are almost always following behind the women who support it; and are always in the background; even if in the forefront, there's still a woman leading.

So...who's dominating here? The female in the same role of Jezebel, a witch, whose prey were men in leadership, with the full objective of demasculating men. Jezebel's husband NEVER stood up to her; he feared his own wife. This same woman who put the fear and footed flight into the heart of the Prophet Elijah.

I didn't realize the connection / correlation, the degree of the relationship, that both witchcraft and homosexuality have. I was recently sharing a discussion with some 'sisters' of mine in the Lord, and not only did they bring this out, I began to see for myself just how true this was. It's scarey. Truly scarey.

See, witchcraft uses sex to get to the soul. No other connection can tie one's soul to another as sex can. This I knew due to learning about soul ties. The Lord reminded me of several scriptures in Proverbs 5 which is loaded with revelation regarding seduction.

Another revelation: Why does a homosexual man take on the traits of feminity?

Who's the nurturer of it? A female who is influenced by the spirit of witchcraft!

Yes this is a mother who may not be a witch, yet she is under the spiritual influence of one. Hence her son taking on feminine traits as his gender.

And yes, the female -- lesbian taking on the traits of a man who is doing what? Demasculating; a spirit of witchcraft out to prove that she is better than any man.

Watch the correlation, the degree of the relation between the spirit of witch craft and the growing acceptance of homosexuality. The mother, the nuturer, the encourager.. witchcraft. These spirits are 'one'.

It's an awesome study. Awesome because God is giving His answers.

 

[Shimmie]

An article sharing about witchcraft being America's fastest growing 'religion'..

http://wwrn.org/articles/36413/

Wicca is America's fastest growing religion, says Witch School
John Thomas Didymus ("Digital Journal," October 26, 2011)

USA - Wicca is America's fastest growing religion, says Witch School, and within the next decade Wicca will become the third largest religion in America, behind only Christianity and Islam.

According to Witch School, there is already a shortage of teachers of Witchcraft and Wicca and the school is offering over 120 online courses for people interested in intensive studies in the "Craft."

The school quotes editor Thomas Horn, in a press release for the book God's Ghostbusters saying, "In the United States alone, there are now more than two hundred thousand registered Witches and as many as 8 million unregistered practitioners of 'the Craft.'"

Ed Hubbarb, Co-Founder of Witch School, agrees with Thomas Hubbard. He says:

“There is such a rapid spiritual reorientation in America occurring, that the need for thousands of Wiccan teachers over the course of the next decade will be required to meet the demand for basic teachings. Because of Wicca’s liberating beliefs and useful skills, people want to understand and embrace it, and learn how to awaken their inner abilities.”

The growth of Wicca is revealed in statistics the Witch School quotes casually. The school claims it has helped over 200,000 students learn about "the Craft":

"Witch School has been working for the past 10 years to train teachers and mentors for the task that lies ahead. The online education system has made it easy to discover what Wicca has to offer, and has helped over 200,000 students learn more about this fascinating subject. You can discover more about Witch School at their website, WitchSchool.com."

The Halloween season brings the tremendous growth in Wicca into focus. Salem, the "Halloween Capital of the World," is buzzing with activities, and according to The World of Witches Museum, which offers "Witch City" tourists expert guide and information resources, Salem in the Halloween season, offers:

"...an amazing number of psychics, mediums, and clairvoyants, available for every kind of reading, séance, and spiritual message. Few places in the entire world have such concentration of supernatural energies and psychic skills."

Leaders of the Wiccan community are excited about the public enthusiasm for the religion, and there is drive to give public access to a culture driven underground in the centuries of cultural dominance of Christianity. Witch School expresses its pleasure in the new freedom and opportunity for open practice of the Wiccan belief system:

"People who practice Wicca now have the ability to learn and share their faith in ways that have never before been conceived. They want to build their community in a free and open manner, legally protected under Constitutional law...The desire to be open about their beliefs and share their knowledge and skills with other like-minded individuals is what continues to drive them."

 

[Laela]

I understand Nicola; not taking it personally.
I could very well apply the concept of defiling one's conscience to the on-air person who is asking Christians who don't celebrate, what's so wrong with partaking in activities that are exclusively Halloween, ie. giving out candy, wearing costumes. A year ago, I'd thought differently about Halloween.

Coincidentally on the way home, God sent a timely message to me over the air waves about being a change agent. JinaRicci says she just opened the door and told them she doesn't celebrate. that's being a change agent...not doing what everyone else is doing, thus causing a shift in thought and behavior. A person's mind can't change if they aren't challenged to see things differently. That's part of the church's role in the great commission. Going against the grain..

(This is not against what you've posted Laela, not at all. I also take issue with what my church is doing today.)

I'm not exactly sure where this thought is going (mine), but I feel something has to be said about not defiling one another's consciences. I think I became more knowledgeable about evil in this respect from the church than I ever did from the world, but I don't think that's entirely a good thing. In one respect, believers should definitely see more clearly than the world. We should know and discern more and thereby avoid evil. At the same time, I think that Scripture is clear that in many ways this type of thing is a matter of conscience. I Cor. 8 & 10, show that what is done in ignorance/innocence does not make one a partaker in evil--particularly when we know that the God we serve is infinitely more powerful than any demon walking around on this earth. But sometimes we as believers feel like we have a duty to come up and make sure people see as evil what would otherwise have meant nothing to them, and I honestly don't believe that's spiritually beneficial to anyone. (I speak of things that are not inherently sinful--dressing up or getting candy is not an inherently sinful thing)

There are people who will want to say that a five year old dressed up as a ladybug going door to door asking for candy is participating in demonic activity, and I have to say that I completely disagree with that. Are there many many people worshiping Satan today? Yes, there are. But to worship something is an intentional act of paying homage. No trick or treater is going to accidentally worship Satan, unless they choose to glorify something evil in their costume or the movies they watch.

I do agree that those who have consciousness of the spiritual realities of Halloween ought to refrain from participating in it. I just think that we also have to remember that not everyone has that same level of consciousness.

 

[delitefulmane]

I was wondering where the thread that discussed Christians not celebrating Halloween. We didn't have too many 'trick-or-treaters' ring the bell tonight, but the few that came made me wonder if we could have said anything other than "Sorry, we don't have any candy." In talking to a friend of mine, I told her my family shouldn't have said sorry! Im not sorry because I know who I serve!

ETA:
A poster in another thread who mentioned that she didn't have her sign up before the trick-or-treaters came gave me ideas for next year. Maybe a sign on the door that read "No candy here because we serve the One true God, Jesus Christ"

 

[Iwanthealthyhair67]

Shimmie many people because they don't know limited wicthcraft to magic (black and white), roots, vodoo etc.,

I dont want to turn the thread into something it wasn't intended by posting a list, but rebellion, disobedience and manipulation are also forms of 'witchcraft'

 

[LucieLoo12]

1 Samuel 15:23

King James Version (KJV)



23For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry.



withcraft isnt just spells and curses, it much more deeper than that in the eyes of God..

 

[LucieLoo12]

Same spirit!!! I posted that before I read yours

@Shimmie many people because they don't know limited wicthcraft to magic (black and white), roots, vodoo etc.,

I dont want to turn the thread into something it wasn't intended by posting a list, but rebellion, disobedience and manipulation are also forms of 'witchcraft'

 

[Shimmie]

Shimmie many people because they don't know limited wicthcraft to magic (black and white), roots, vodoo etc.,

I dont want to turn the thread into something it wasn't intended by posting a list, but rebellion, disobedience and manipulation are also forms of 'witchcraft'

"Jezebel"

1 Samuel 15:23

King James Version (KJV)



23For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry.



withcraft isnt just spells and curses, it much more deeper than that in the eyes of God..

Thank you. What the two of you share is true, witchcraft goes much further.

I was addressing the Poster's question, asking:

What source states witchcraft as the fastest growing religion in America??

Quick note: Regarding 'spells'. Biblically, there's no such thing. No one can place a spell upon anyone.

Thanks again, your posts are on point. There is indeed much more to this. I simply did not go into it... as much.

 

[LucieLoo12]

True, no such things as far as the power of spells,but people pratice these rituals. I went into a bookstore and i was amazed how many books they had on casting spells and on witchcraft...and the more disturbing thing is this is under the religious section...which is really weird.Society is really open up to this. In my area, I live in the South..withcraft is really bad down here..Thats why we cant go by looks either..naturally we think people who practice witchcraft wear the black lipstick, treach coats...but noooooooooooo, they look like soccer moms! Thats why discernment is soooo important. God wont leave us ignorant. I had did some research on different things that seem common but has a deeper origin to it. I like to be knowledgeable about whats going on. Let me share some with yall..yall may already know though

Oh the "innocent" peace sign we see everywhere!!!

"Throughout the last 2,000 years this symbol has designated hatred of Christians. Nero, who despised Christians, crucified the Apostle Peter on a cross head downward. This hideous event resembled the Teutonic cross and became a popular pagan insignia of the day. Thereafter, this sign became known as the 'Neronic cross.'

"The symbol's origin in history proves it to be the visual mystic character for 'Aum' (the split 'Y'). This is the sacred word to the Hindu. Chanting 'Aum' is supposed to help awaken 'the serpent power of Brahma' at the base of the human spine. Occultist Albert Pike also identifies this symbol as mystical in his book on Freemasonry Morals and Dogma.
​

The peace symbol (also called the "broken cross," "crow's foot," "witch's foot," "Nero Cross," "sign of the 'broken Jew,'" and the "symbol of the 'anti-Christ''') is actually a cross with the arms broken. It also signifies the "gesture of despair," and the "death of man.''

"The Germanic tribes who used it attributed strange and mystical properties to the sign. Such a 'rune' is said to have been used by 'black magicians' in pagan incantations and condemnations....To this very day the inverted broken cross--identical to the socialists' 'peace' symbol--is known in Germany as a 'todersrune,' or death rune. Not only was it ordered by Hitler's National Socialists that it must appear on German death notices, but it was part of the official inscription prescribed for the gravestones of Nazi officers of the dread SS. The symbol suited Nazi emphasis on pagan mysticism.''
​

With the arms of the cross




Let's look at the charm bracelet

Charm bracelet

Once Upon a Time
Charms go back as far as the Neolithic era where man would pick up an unusual stone or piece of wood and carry it with him to ward off his enemies. Elaborate jewelry made of precious stones and metals emerged during the age of the Egyptian Pharaohs. It was during this time that the first recognizable charm bracelets and necklaces first appeared.
Like people of many ancient civilizations, the citizens of ancient Egypt lived very short lives by today's standard - 30 to 40 years on average. With so little time on earth, they obsessively prepared for a prosperous life after death. Charm bracelets played a significant role in the preparation process. Charm wrist and neck bracelets were not only coveted as protective shields and signs of status in this life, they were also worn as ID tags to help the Gods guide the wearer and his/her possessions to the proper status level in the afterlife. Kind of an "if found, please return to" note from home.
The history of charm bracelets goes back to ancient times when charms were worn to please the gods, to ward off evil spirits, or to gain entry into the afterlife.


Also, lets look at Bridesmaid dresses

History

• The bridesmaid dresses are usually similar to that which the bride is wearing. In ancient Roman times, it was customary for the bridal party to dress this way to confuse evil spirits whose intent was to kidnap the bride. By dressing similarly, the evil spirits could not be sure they were taking the right woman.

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Now ladies by nooooo means am I condemning anyone who may do these things, its just a lil info..Im always looking up the origin of things because I like research so I thought I would share it..Thats all​

 

[Shimmie]

True, no such things as far as the power of spells,but people pratice these rituals. I went into a bookstore and i was amazed how many books they had on casting spells and on witchcraft...and the more disturbing thing is this is under the religious section...which is really weird.Society is really open up to this. In my area, I live in the South..withcraft is really bad down here..Thats why we cant go by looks either..naturally we think people who practice witchcraft wear the black lipstick, treach coats...but noooooooooooo, they look like soccer moms! Thats why discernment is soooo important. God wont leave us ignorant. I had did some research on different things that seem common but has a deeper origin to it. I like to be knowledgeable about whats going on. Let me share some with yall..yall may already know though

Oh the "innocent" peace sign we see everywhere!!!

"Throughout the last 2,000 years this symbol has designated hatred of Christians. Nero, who despised Christians, crucified the Apostle Peter on a cross head downward. This hideous event resembled the Teutonic cross and became a popular pagan insignia of the day. Thereafter, this sign became known as the 'Neronic cross.'

"The symbol's origin in history proves it to be the visual mystic character for 'Aum' (the split 'Y'). This is the sacred word to the Hindu. Chanting 'Aum' is supposed to help awaken 'the serpent power of Brahma' at the base of the human spine. Occultist Albert Pike also identifies this symbol as mystical in his book on Freemasonry Morals and Dogma.
​

The peace symbol (also called the "broken cross," "crow's foot," "witch's foot," "Nero Cross," "sign of the 'broken Jew,'" and the "symbol of the 'anti-Christ''') is actually a cross with the arms broken. It also signifies the "gesture of despair," and the "death of man.''

"The Germanic tribes who used it attributed strange and mystical properties to the sign. Such a 'rune' is said to have been used by 'black magicians' in pagan incantations and condemnations....To this very day the inverted broken cross--identical to the socialists' 'peace' symbol--is known in Germany as a 'todersrune,' or death rune. Not only was it ordered by Hitler's National Socialists that it must appear on German death notices, but it was part of the official inscription prescribed for the gravestones of Nazi officers of the dread SS. The symbol suited Nazi emphasis on pagan mysticism.''
​

With the arms of the cross




Let's look at the charm bracelet

Charm bracelet

Once Upon a Time
Charms go back as far as the Neolithic era where man would pick up an unusual stone or piece of wood and carry it with him to ward off his enemies. Elaborate jewelry made of precious stones and metals emerged during the age of the Egyptian Pharaohs. It was during this time that the first recognizable charm bracelets and necklaces first appeared.
Like people of many ancient civilizations, the citizens of ancient Egypt lived very short lives by today's standard - 30 to 40 years on average. With so little time on earth, they obsessively prepared for a prosperous life after death. Charm bracelets played a significant role in the preparation process. Charm wrist and neck bracelets were not only coveted as protective shields and signs of status in this life, they were also worn as ID tags to help the Gods guide the wearer and his/her possessions to the proper status level in the afterlife. Kind of an "if found, please return to" note from home.
The history of charm bracelets goes back to ancient times when charms were worn to please the gods, to ward off evil spirits, or to gain entry into the afterlife.


Also, lets look at Bridesmaid dresses

History

• The bridesmaid dresses are usually similar to that which the bride is wearing. In ancient Roman times, it was customary for the bridal party to dress this way to confuse evil spirits whose intent was to kidnap the bride. By dressing similarly, the evil spirits could not be sure they were taking the right woman.

• 
  
  

Now ladies by nooooo means am I condemning anyone who may do these things, its just a lil info..Im always looking up the origin of things because I like research so I thought I would share it..Thats all​

Excellent post

Oh yes, the bookstores and the Internet are filled with information regarding witchcraft. It's has no limits. TV and movies, have glamourized and validated it for decades. The word use 'Spells' comes from the world of the occult, those who are involved in it. However all they are doing is invoking the influence of what the Word of God clearly speaks of as familiar or unclean spirits.


The so called peace sign is definitely an afront to Jesus Christ; the Cross upside down. Our family does not wear anything that has this symbol on it. No T Shirts, no hats, no pins, no nothing.

Excellent information you've shared.

 

[LucieLoo12]

thats amazing because I didnt know what the upside down cross/peace sign stood for until about 6mths ago..I was shocked? Why..I dont know

 

[LucieLoo12]

Thanks!! I didnt know this!!!

The word use 'Spells' comes from the world of the occult, those who are involved in it. However all they are doing is invoking the influence of what the Word of God clearly speaks of as familiar or unclean spirits

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[brg240]

Laela


My mom started giving out candy a couple of years ago. She puts a scripture and 'God loves you' on it. I don't think there is anything wrong with what she's doing.

I have some other thoughts on this, i'll come back.

 

[Shimmie]

Thanks!! I didnt know this!!!

The 'occult' communicates with spirits of darkness, literally direct communication.

 

[Rainbow Dash]

True, no such things as far as the power of spells,but people pratice these rituals. I went into a bookstore and i was amazed how many books they had on casting spells and on witchcraft...and the more disturbing thing is this is under the religious section...which is really weird.Society is really open up to this. In my area, I live in the South..withcraft is really bad down here..Thats why we cant go by looks either..naturally we think people who practice witchcraft wear the black lipstick, treach coats...but noooooooooooo, they look like soccer moms! Thats why discernment is soooo important. God wont leave us ignorant. I had did some research on different things that seem common but has a deeper origin to it. I like to be knowledgeable about whats going on. Let me share some with yall..yall may already know though

Oh the "innocent" peace sign we see everywhere!!!

"Throughout the last 2,000 years this symbol has designated hatred of Christians. Nero, who despised Christians, crucified the Apostle Peter on a cross head downward. This hideous event resembled the Teutonic cross and became a popular pagan insignia of the day. Thereafter, this sign became known as the 'Neronic cross.'

"The symbol's origin in history proves it to be the visual mystic character for 'Aum' (the split 'Y'). This is the sacred word to the Hindu. Chanting 'Aum' is supposed to help awaken 'the serpent power of Brahma' at the base of the human spine. Occultist Albert Pike also identifies this symbol as mystical in his book on Freemasonry Morals and Dogma.
​

The peace symbol (also called the "broken cross," "crow's foot," "witch's foot," "Nero Cross," "sign of the 'broken Jew,'" and the "symbol of the 'anti-Christ''') is actually a cross with the arms broken. It also signifies the "gesture of despair," and the "death of man.''

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Alicialynn86

This symbol was on a pair of jeans I tried on in a store. The fit was perfect but the symbol on them did not sit right with me. I told my husband that I did not feel right about the symbol on the jeans and that I would look it up and you just posted it. I believe the Lord was giving me a caution in my spirit concerning the symbol. The symbol would be seen on the jeans if worn. Thank you for posting.

 

[LucieLoo12]

Glory to God!! I was kinda hestitant about posting because I was scared someone would get offended, but it was like a urge to do so..! Amen. The Holy Ghost will really lead us into ALL truths!

My "I may not have a scripture but something not right about this " radar goes off alot, when that happens I just back away from it. Eventually God shows me..

God wont leave his people ignorant about things. It just scary how things seem innocent when they really not.

 

[Shimmie]

Glory to God!! I was kinda hestitant about posting because I was scared someone would get offended, but it was like a urge to do so..! Amen. The Holy Ghost will really lead us into ALL truths!

My "I may not have a scripture but something not right about this " radar goes off alot, when that happens I just back away from it. Eventually God shows me..

God wont leave his people ignorant about things. It just scary how things seem innocent when they really not.

Jesus said that MANY would be offended by the Truth (He being the Truth and the Life).