“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 […]

…“What does the Bible say about magic, magicians, illusionists?”……Answer: There is a difference between the magicians spoken of in the Bible and the magicians and illusionists one sees today at parties and in stage show acts. The magicians in the Bible either gained their power from demonic forces or else they were little more than […]

“Is there activity of demonic spirits in the world today?”……Ghosts, hauntings, séances, tarot cards, Ouija boards, crystal balls—what do they have in common? They are fascinating to most people because they seem to open the window into a curious and unknown world that lies beyond the limits of our physical existence. And to many, such […]

“Should a Christian consult horoscopes?”……Answer: The purpose of a horoscope is to gain insight into a person’s character and foretell the future. The basic belief of astrology is that planets and stars exert an influence upon our lives. Those with special knowledge—astrologers—can predict events in a person’s life. It is distressing that most major newspapers […]