As I look at this word, I am thinking God must have a sense of humor. Why would I say that? Sorcery is very closely related to halloween. Talk about His perfect timing! It's as if He's saying: See? We need to combat this at this time of year.
Galatians 5:20 (1-2)
20 idolatry, sorcery,
So let us begin at the very beginning here. What is sorcery anyhow?
Sorcery - (American Heritage Dictionary)
1. Use of supernatural power over others through the assistance of spirits; witchcraft.
2. Originally, divination from the casting of lots; hence, the use of supernatural knowledge or power gained in any manner, especially through the connivance of evil spirits; magic art; enchantment; witchcraft; spells; charms.
3. Divination by the assistance, or supposed assistance, of evil spirits, or the power of commanding evil spirits; magic; necromancy; witchcraft; enchantment. Similar: magic necromancy witchcraft enchantment
4. Magical power; the use of witchcraft or magic arts.
5. The belief in magical spells that harness occult forces or evil spirits to produce unnatural effects in the world.
That's a mouthful, but think of that in the season we are in now. These witches and satanists, etc., are preparing now for halloween. Christians should have nothing to do with this. But here's the question here - what if the church is doing something for halloween? If you really want to know the answer to that question, make sure you read my post coming on Monday. But in the meantime, do your own research. Search the internet for if Christians should be celebrating halloween. My eyes have been opened is all I can say.
Anyhow, we are seeing that sorcery is not to be a part of the Christian life. So we mentioned halloween. How about the game? It's the ouija board. Many think it's just a fun game. But let me tell you - it is not. Many have gotten into satanism through that "game". It is not a game, but a means of demons talking to you. I am very fortunate I had not participated in this, but some of my friends at band camp when I was a teenager did. Even not being a Christian at that time, when I walked by where they were doing it, I felt the evil surrounding that area. I know now that God was protecting me.
These are only a couple areas that could be spoken of, but I think you get the point. This is not for the Christian.
Self Examination
Today - right now! - I urge you to examine yourself if you are participating in anything that even resembles sorcery. Stop it now! I know that if satan has his grip on you, that you cannot do it on your own. Get on your knees, repent, ask God to deliver you from this. You will not be sorry if you do this.
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