“What does the Bible say about astrology or the Zodiac? Is astrology something a Christian should study?”……Answer: The Bible has much to say about the stars. Most basic to our understanding of the stars is that God created them. They show His power and majesty. The heavens are God’s “handiwork” (Psalm 8:319:1). He has all […]
“What does the Bible say about channeling?”……Answer: The Bible is explicitly clear in its handling of channeling and contacting the dead. Scripture has a well-documented view of the practice of mediums, channeling, and fortune-telling. Leviticus 19:31 states: “Do not turn to mediums or seek out spiritists, for you will be defiled by them…”. Leviticus 20:6 […]
“What does the Bible say about demonic oppression?”……Answer: As background, please read our articles on “What does the Bible say about demon possession?” and “Can a Christian be demon possessed?”. Because there is strong biblical evidence that a Christian cannot be demon possessed, the question then arises regarding what influence/power a demon can have over […]
“What does the Bible say about demon possession / demonic possession?”……Answer: The Bible gives some examples of people possessed or influenced by demons. From these examples we can find some symptoms of demonic influence and gain insight as to how a demon possesses someone. Here are some of the biblical passages: Matthew 9:32-3312:2217:18Mark 5:1-207:26-30Luke 4:33-36Luke […]
ASTROLOGY Introduction In approximately 4BC, a small group of Magis, possibly three, set off to follow a star that would lead them to the most famous of all births that the world has ever known – the King of the Jews. Such astrologers, as these, had no doubt come to know, with great eagerness, […]
“Can a Christian today perform an exorcism? What does the Bible say about casting out demons?”……Exorcism (commanding demons to leave other people) was practiced by various people in the Gospels and the Book of Acts—the disciples as part of Christ’s instructions (Matthew 10); others using Christ’s name (Mark 9:38); the children of the Pharisees (Luke […]
“Can a Christian be demon possessed? Can a Christian be demonized?”……While Bible does not explicitly state whether a Christian can be possessed by a demon, related biblical truths make it abundantly clear that Christians cannot be demon possessed. There is a distinct difference between being possessed by a demon and being oppressed or influenced by […]