“Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don't believe. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News. They don't understand this message about the glory of Christ, who is the exact likeness of God.” 2 Corinthians 4:4 (New Living Translation)
The world continues to immerse itself in a dangerous and foolish “holiday” called Halloween. I am amazed that people who know and perhaps even have experienced the evil that exists in this world, have an unholy fascination with Halloween. They engage in various forms of celebration that honors demons, witches and all things of the demonic spirit world that are in opposition to the Living and Holy God. This year the world will pay its homage to the “god of this world” tomorrow, Friday, October 31st.
For the unbeliever who does not know the Lord, they have no idea what they are doing. However, some who know the truth – would be professing Christians, evidently have been duped into thinking that Halloween is nothing more than a harmless tradition, enjoyable for children and adults.
The word of “God is true and let every man be a liar” (Romans 3:4). There is only one conclusion as to why people are wearing costumes, buying candy and even putting up gravestones and ghoulish figures in their yard. Their eyes have been blinded to the truth of its dangers.
The entertainment industry continues doing its part to excite the morbid and the demonic as almost every movie, even older scary movies are standard fare for three or four weeks leading up to Halloween. Real true and honest Christians should feel sadness for those who do not believe in Jesus Christ and especially for those who ignore their Christian identity and so-called allegiance to Christ during this time of year. Persons gearing up to celebrate this homage to Satan’s world, are inviting the devil into their homes, into their lives and their attitudes about things of this world that offend the Holy God. For those of you who think Halloween is nothing more than a harmless celebration... are you not concerned that you might be entering into fellowship with demons and opening yourself and your family to oppression of your mind, body and soul?
GET serious about your commitment to Christ... Christians should not participate in anything that God has strictly said we should not take part in. Read your Bibles... Ephesians 5:11 says it very clearly: “Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them.”
Christians should be speaking out against Halloween to friends, family and especially in our churches. Are you hearing condemnation of Halloween from the pulpit, from your congregation leadership? If not, why not?
If the saints of the Most High God do not have the good sense to oppose what God opposes, then this world will continue to descend into darkness. The Bible says, that darkness will increase and it certainly seems it is increasing when God’s own people participate in unholy activities. Remember what God says... Therefore, come out from among unbelievers, and separate yourselves from them, says the LORD. Don't touch their filthy things, and I will welcome you. 2 Corinthians 6:17
Christians everywhere are the children of light – act like you know that you belong to Jesus. We don’t have to encourage our children to participate in Halloween or any of its adult revelry!
Consider this alternative come Friday... make it a day for prayer and reflection. Pray for our Nation, for your church, for our schools, neighborhoods and this world. Pray that eyes will be opened and that the gospel of Jesus Christ will penetrate the darkness of people’s souls so they can see Jesus and give their lives to Him. We have a duty and a charge to declare TRUTH each and every day... that is a Christian’s obligation... Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind. Ecclesiastes 12:13
Keep your faith strong and take a stand for Christ Jesus. Do it now.
