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The word Occult means “knowledge of the hidden”, or “knowledge of the paranormal”. Teenage interest in the Occult is growing in the United States today at an alarming rate. Teens are the most easily swayed individuals when it comes to dabbling in the Occult. The Occult includes many so-called pagan religions, practices and rituals, some including animal sacrifices. What’s worse is that ‘some’ actually get into the realm of ‘human’ sacrifice, and we hear about these each and every year. All of these Occult or pagan religions, practices and rituals are disguised and portrayed as benign and harmless. THEY ARE NOT!
The Occult is dangerous and real! It can be misused by anyone who is involved in it. It can tear kids away from their families. It can drive wedges between parents and their kids causing the breakup of families, and in some extreme cases can even be a reason for death. But there are other physical dangers too. This is why it is so dangerous for teens to become involved with the Occult. I have listed a few books at the bottom of this article that parents may want to read, especially if they are having problems in this area with their teens. But please keep in mind interest in the Occult does not necessarily start with the teens, it can start at a much younger age.
You don’t hear much about it, but in Billings, Montana, a 35 year old man is in prison on drug charges has filed a $10 million federal lawsuit against Yellowstone County for alleged civil-rights violations, including interference with his satanic religious practices.
According to The Wild Hunt, MTV is reportedly seeking young people who are in the process of converting to Wicca or who have recently converted. The thrust for the program is reported to be how parents deal with these changes and how it affects relationships. You may remember the TV programs called Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Sabrina the Teenage Witch. Both were directed at teens and young adults.
The list of Occult or pagan religions is long and ugly. A pagan religion may be classed as such because of any one of a number of factors, but the one you have probably heard most about is Wicca. There are others like Satanism, Witchcraft and Demonism just to name a few.
Teens can find lots of books at their local book store and yes even Amazon.com about almost any kind of Occult practice or religion. I once went to a local book store (nationwide chain) with my pastor to see just what kind of books they sold that were available to teens regarding this subject. It was quite amazing to see that there were books on “How to be a teenage witch” ….. “How to cast your first spell” …..”Where to park your broomstick”…..”SpellCraft for teens” and others. They were in the open and available for anyone to view. Remember, a teen’s curiosity is what gets them into trouble on most occasions, and getting involved with any form of paganism can be troublesome if their curiosity goes too far. Upon our complaint, these books were moved to an area where the viewer needed to 18 years of age to enter.
By dabbling in the Occult, we are opening ourselves up to demonic possession among other things, and it becomes obvious that we would be seeking guidance from somewhere or something other than God. The Bible warns us against seeking the advice of Astrologers or so-called sorcerers:
- I will set my face against the person who turns to mediums and spiritists to prostitute himself by following them, and I will cut him off from his people (Leviticus 20:6)
- When men tell you to consult mediums and spiritists, who whisper and mutter, should not a people inquire of their God? Why consult the dead on behalf of the living? (Isaiah 8:19).
- The idols speak deceit, diviners see visions that lie; they tell dreams that are false, they give comfort in vain. Therefore the people wander like sheep oppressed for lack of a shepherd (Zechariah 10:2)
The Occult can be found on TV, the Internet, newspapers and even on some radio stations. The Occult can and does involve some of the more seemingly mundane practices such as Tarot Cards, Astrology, Ouija Boards (often called spirit board or talking board), and yes even Pokemon cards. The real meaning of Pokemon (cards) is “Pocket Monster”. The cards help you gain power. These in many cases are just a stepping stone to the next level for kids. This all sounds like a bunch of hogwash, but I assure you it’s not!
There is also a large group of kids today that consider themselves “Goth”. They dress in black, dye their hair coal black, the girls wear black lipstick, black stockings and so on. These kids for the most part are just trying to find a niche to fit into. However some of these kids will find their way into Wicca or other Occult forms.
The biggest problem with kids and the Occult is that regardless of where kids start, some of them will want “all the power” so to speak and continue to seek out more and more dangerous Occult practices or cults to gain that power. These are the kids that are in most danger. Seeking more “power” is what pulls them deeper and deeper into the Occult.
If you are a parent and your kids are dabbling in any of the Occult or pagan religions or rituals mentioned, or have become drastically different in speech, dress and attitude, please seek the Counseling of your Pastor or Priest.
Below are several books available on Amazon.com that may help with understanding the dangers of the Occult.
From Darkness to Light: How to Rescue Someone You Love from the Occult
Protecting Your Teen from Today's Witchcraft: A Parent's Guide to Confronting Wicca and the Occult
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