Is it ok to watch Paranormal shows on TV?

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Permalink Reply by David Velasquez on February 18, 2010 at 4:48pm

Rita-

Your opinion has good points. I wiould only add that some in our Christian family are called to expose such lies and do it for the right motives.

Be blessed and a blessing!

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Permalink Reply by betty j. maye on February 24, 2010 at 6:12am

do not agree with you on Christians keeping our opinions "low key". it is our duty to stand up for God's values. to do this we sometimes must speak out. the problem today is that so many of us do not stand up for Godly things and stand up against ungodly things.

on the topic of watching paranormal shows, i would not do this. why invite evil in? like brother david said i too watch some televison but in the last few years i have stopped watching most things and try to only watch Chrisitan programming or postive/learning type programs. if i do not agree with somehting why would i want to watch it?

God Bless!

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Permalink Reply by David Velasquez on February 24, 2010 at 2:00pm

Amen beloved

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Permalink Reply by DaughterOfGod on February 18, 2010 at 8:53pm

PLEASE READ ALL OF THIS!! I want to share with you sister, that the Lord saved me 1yr. ago from demon possession. I had many problems going on at one time in my life, and having an UN-GODLY belief system was one of them. I too, was curious and extremely interested in the "paranormal"; I believed, and bought into to the "New Age" religion. This is where people believe that "spirits" are "heavenly" beings (ie; strictly beings made by God; they are not or never have been human), and "ghosts" are dead people (ie; people who were once human, then physically die. In rejecting God, they then roam the earth. One, because they have some "un-finished business to attend to on earth, 2. they dont want to be with God, or 3. they have some "message" to relay to a living person. 4. some people believe there are "helping spirits" (not angels), that watch over or help the living.

I read tons of books on the subject. And innocently was into horoscopes/astrology. Later I became interested in psychics and tarot. I watched paranormal state, ghost hunters especially. Anything that was on that subject on t.v. I watched. Interestingly enough, I had know the truth of Jesus Christ...20yrs. prior at 19, I had been born again and was even baptized. After many negative life experiences, I started doubting there was a God. Because I gave up and turned away, it eventually led me to the devils door. Your watching these shows now you think in "innocence". You claim to "know the truth". This is the HOOK the enemy is going to use to lure you in. You feel secure in the fact of "knowing the truth"; dont get too comfortable, because by watching these shows, you have opened a door, IN YOUR HOME...on that door it says to the enemy," WELCOME; I'm not secure in my salvation; my Christianity...COME IN."

Because I succumbed to these FALSE BELIEFS, I made myself that much more vulnerable to the enemy! This opened a permanent door to the devil and his army of demons. After a certain amount of time, the enemy stepped through, and with him, if you give him just and inch, HE THEN RULES YOUR LIFE!!!! Before you know it, your interacting with demons, and without TONS OF PRAYER, WORSHIP, DELIVERANCE AND A BODY OF CHRISTIANS TO HELP YOU, YOU'RE FACING A HORRIBLE PROBLEM WAY BIGGER THAN YOU ALONE. Please sister, take it from one who has suffered demonic rape and other types of physical attacks (ie; choking ect...) stop watching these shows.

We as Christians, BECAUSE WE BELIEVE IN CHRIST, suffer more attacks from the enemy than non-believers. Why? Well, since the enemy HATES GOD, he hates all who believe IN Him. He hates what He stands for,& what He does. When we allow Christ to dwell in our hearts we also, stand for what He does, and try to imitate Him. This makes us smell foul to the enemy. Now, if we are NOT of God, then we are FOR the enemy. It says in the bible that we cannot serve two masters. So if we are not living for God, we are then living for the enemy. And if we are living for the enemy, WHY would he bother us? Dont get me wrong; the enemy still destroys those who follow him. But what im getting at is that when we are not on his side, his attacks become more often and in many diff. ways because we wants to thwart Gods work in us. Hes angry we're against him, and he tries to prevent Gods blessings to us and in our lives.

Sister, in love I say these words to you, so please do not take offense. I wholeheartedly believe that God lead me to your discussion tonight. I hardly ever go through these, but tonight I came across yours. I believe He is telling you through me, that by watching these types of shows you are putting yourself at risk. And possibly, by these actions, you are not serving the Lord with your whole heart. Dont you know that by watching these things you are indirectly GLORIFYING THE enemy???? Jesus Christ is the ONLY ONE that should be glorified. The enemy works through our "minds", our "thoughts". While you are watching these things, he's putting thoughts, feelings, reactions in your mind without you even being aware of it. You may not even realize it for some time. He does these things in a very sneeky way. He gains your trust; gets you to believe he cares; when you tell yourself, "I only watch this ONE show, its ok", that only opens the door to other un-godly things. "Well, I watch that ONE OTHER show. TWO will be my limit." Before you know it that will be all you watch, your interests will change ect...the enemy comes in like a lamb; then hooks you like a lion!

Ask yourself WHY you watch these shows? What is NOT satisfying you in your Christian walk? Try to get interested in more Christian things; ie; groups at church, this site or more like it, womens groups, healthy interests that will glorify God. Lastly ask yourself these two very important questions:
The next time you turn these shows on;
1. ASK THE LORD THEN AND THERE, "Am I glorifying you by watching this Father?"
2: "Do you want me to watch this (them) Lord?"

Ask the Lord, and do what He tells you. There is blessing in obedience!!!!

I hope this gives you some insight.
In the Love of Christ,
DaughterOfGod



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Permalink Reply by Fix You on February 19, 2010 at 4:34pm

If you watch this type of programme you will damage your mind.. DON'T.

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Permalink Reply by Rodney M Hall on February 28, 2010 at 6:58pm

I recently read a book called "Seductions Exposed." Its an older book but what it said remains true regardless of when it was written. In the book, the author made a comment, "That we as Christians have a protective hedge around us. He goes on to say that if we do not remain focused on God that we can allow cracks to form in that hedge. And the cracks are where satan attacks. Basically meaning that he will attack us at out weakest point.
These cracks can come from a lot of things that we allow into our home or life. Things that are against Gods nature. It could be from what music we listen to, to what shows we watch and many other things.
Now to be more specific about the question, "Is it okay to watch Paranormal shows on TV?"
Because of something that happened to me when I was very young, the paranormal has always fascinated me. To say that it was just something interesting to watch would be an understatement. I would change my plans to watch Ghost hunters, Paranormal State, Haunted America etc.
Before I read the book, I really didn't think that there was anything wrong with watching these shows. I had heard from others that were a lot wiser than I that I shouldn't watch them. But for me, I thought they were just interesting. Besides, they weren't affecting me either way.
But then I read something that really woke me up. But before I tell you what it was we have to think about those shows. The main point is that the one thing that each investigator tried to do is catch a ghosts voice on a recorder. This is called an EVP. Seems harmless right?
THe author shared this passage.
Deuteronomy 18: 10 -12
Let no one be found among you who sacrifices his son or daughter in the fire, (or makes his sin or daughter pass through the fire) who practices divination, or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft, 11 or cast spells, or who is a medium or spiritist or who consults the dead. 12, Anyone who does these things is detestable to the Lord your God will drive you out those nations before you.
After reading that I realized that watching these shows was not for me. I don't want to do anything that is an abomination to God. And he clearly states that talking to the dead is just that. And on top of that, I believe that it was allowing satan a place to attack me and my family. He never attacked in a way that was obvious, but always very subtle with doubts and uncertainty.
Since I made the decision not to watch the shows and getting rid of all the books that fell into the same group, I seriously felt a difference in my life. I knew that it gave satan fewer ways to get to me and I feel that it showed God that I was serious about having a real relationship with him. And as a result, I am focused on God instead of something that he detests.

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Permalink Reply by JB on April 2, 2010 at 11:33pm

Romans 14:14-23 (KJV)
14 I know, and am persuaded by the Lord Jesus, that there is nothing unclean of itself: but to him that esteemeth any thing to be unclean, to him it is unclean.
15 But if thy brother be grieved with thy meat, now walkest thou not charitably. Destroy not him with thy meat, for whom Christ died.
16 Let not then your good be evil spoken of:
17 For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
18 For he that in these things serveth Christ is acceptable to God, and approved of men.
19 Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.
20 For meat destroy not the work of God. All things indeed are pure; but it is evil for that man who eateth with offence.
21 It is good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor any thing whereby thy brother stumbleth, or is offended, or is made weak.
22 Hast thou faith? have it to thyself before God. Happy is he that condemneth not himself in that thing which he alloweth.
23 And he that doubteth is damned if he eat, because he eateth not of faith: for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.
Do we need more than the Word to let us know what is sin and what is not??

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Permalink Reply by David Velasquez on April 3, 2010 at 2:19am

Joe,

Romans is my favorite book and chapter 14 is one of my fav chapters of the book.

You asked: "Do we need more than the Word to let us know what is sin and what is not??"

We also have our concience.

14 I know, and am persuaded by the Lord Jesus, that there is nothing unclean of itself: but to him that esteemeth any thing to be unclean, to him it is unclean.
This statement of course is not meant to say that there is NOTHING unclean since the word of God clearly tells us numerous things that are unclean, so here the NOTHING unclean is refering to the immidiate context, food.

...for whatsoever is not of faith is sin.The thoughts and actions that our conscience condemns.When the weak brother violates his concience, he sins.

The strongest Christian can bring harm to himself in the area of Christian liberty by denouncing or belittling the freedom God has given him (Gal. 5:1), or by carelessly fluanting his liberty without regard for how that might affect others.MaCarthur.

1 Corinthians10:23-32
All things are lawful for me,[a] but not all things are helpful; all things are lawful for me, but not all things edify. 24 Let no one seek his own, but each one the other’s well-being. 25 Eat whatever is sold in the meat market, asking no questions for conscience’ sake; 26 for “the earth is the LORD’s, and all its fullness.” 27 If any of those who do not believe invites you to dinner, and you desire to go, eat whatever is set before you, asking no question for conscience’ sake. 28 But if anyone says to you, “This was offered to idols,” do not eat it for the sake of the one who told you, and for conscience’ sake;[d] for “the earth is the LORD’s, and all its fullness.”[e] 29 “Conscience,” I say, not your own, but that of the other. For why is my liberty judged by another man’s conscience? 30 But if I partake with thanks, why am I evil spoken of for the food over which I give thanks? 31 Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 32 Give no offense, either to the Jews or to the Greeks or to the church of God,

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Permalink Reply by JB on April 3, 2010 at 11:47pm

Yes David,
This is what I am getting at, The Word is all we need, if we have our minds renewed to it. Which would be our conscience. It is sad to say, but there are a lot of Christians today that has not renewed their minds to the Word of God and are in fact walking in bondage today because of it. They have not experienced the life and freedom that God has provided for us, in Christ. “That ye might have life and more abundantly”
Actually the Word of God has not become a reality to most Christians.
It is more of a theory or a doctrine to them. Which would hinder their faith. They can’t drink a beer or buy a power-ball ticket without coming under condemnation. When the Word plainly states that there is now no condemnation to those who are In Christ Jesus. Who walk not after the flesh but after the Spirit. There are a few disclaimers in the Word, Like; Galatians 5:13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another. I believe a true Christian should be walking in more freedom and have more liberty than any sinner or non saved person ever thought about having. Because we can do the things we want to do without the sense of condemnation or guilt. Where the unsaved is usually walking in darkness so his deeds can not be seen. Some might say, “you think you can just do anything you want, live like the devil and still be saved” No I am not saying that, I am saying however that if we have a conscience toward God, we will not be doing the things that are not pleasing to Him.
So walk by faith and be blessed, your sins are forgiven.
Joe

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Permalink Reply by Kimberly Davidson on April 8, 2010 at 12:23pm

Paul warns us to “avoid every kind of evil” (1 Thess. 5:21-22). I believe we should avoid every form of contact with the supernatural or demonic: astrology, new age paraphernalia such as psychics, demonic movies and music, séances, Ouija, charms. As Christians we know that no human possess the ability to access knowledge of future events. God is the only omniscient, all-knowing, person there is.

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