Today, numerous folk try to know the future. To several, this hype may appear like sheer stupidity ; it may seem to be nothing less than safe fun. In fact, what’s so bad about reading your daily horoscope? But listen up—this is enemy territory.
It is anything apart from stupidity or safe fun. Like the wood and stone idols of Ekron, these present-day seers are substitutes for putting our trust in the living God. God is displeased with any occult inclusion.
regardless of what the motive, irrespective of how great the requirement, experimenting with the occult is sin. God’s Word is wonderfully clear on this subject. Far back in the book of Leviticus, God gives His folk this direct command : “Do not turn to mediums or spiritists ; don’t seek them out to be defiled by them. I’m the LORD your God” ( Leviticus 19:31 ).
Beyond that, God is dishonored by any particular pursuit of the future that doesn’t find its source in His Word. I understand that the general public who begin experimenting in astrology, fortune-telling, or Ouija boards don’t take it all that seriously. Astrology, for instance, has an attracting appeal.
But these simple, harmless-looking games begin a method that many can’t handle ; and they open doors that should stay closed. Then it’s only a matter of time before the dark powers of demonic forces suck them in, and they finish up ensnared. But let me assure you, God is happy when we trust Him only. The Lord buttress those that put their trust in Him. As you stand powerful for the truth, keep an eye out for the enemy. He not only plays unclean ; he plays for keeps.