How can Christians apply Leviticus 19:31 to maintain spiritual purity? Understanding the Verse “Do not turn to mediums or spiritists; do not seek them out, or you will be defiled by them. I am the LORD your God.” (Leviticus 19:31) Why the Command Still Matters Today • God’s character does not change (Malachi 3:6); His warnings remain trustworthy and binding. • The New Testament echoes the same separation from darkness: “Do not participate in the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but rather expose them” (Ephesians 5:11). • Spiritism is never harmless entertainment; behind it lurks real demonic influence (1 Corinthians 10:20-21). Modern Counterfeits to Watch For • Astrology, horoscopes, Zodiac personality charts • Tarot cards, palm reading, crystal healing • Séances, Ouija boards, channeling, ghost-hunting shows • New Age meditation that invokes “spirit guides” • Fantasy role-playing or video games that glorify spell-casting or summoning spirits • Movies, music, or books that normalize witchcraft or occult symbolism Practical Guardrails for Spiritual Purity • Refuse entertainment that glamorizes magic or sorcery (Psalm 101:3). • Audit your apps, podcasts, and social media follows; remove pages that promote occult themes. • When shopping, skip décor and jewelry that feature pentagrams, third-eyes, or other occult signs. • Politely decline invitations to card readings, “harmless” horoscopes, or “escape rooms” themed around seances. • If an employer or school assigns occult-laden material, ask for an alternative project. • Keep short accounts with God; confess and renounce any past occult involvement (1 John 1:9). Replacing the Counterfeit with the Genuine • Seek guidance from Scripture first: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105). • Ask the Holy Spirit for wisdom (James 1:5; John 16:13). • Practice biblical discernment: “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits” (1 John 4:1). • Feed on wholesome media—sermons, worship music, biographies of faithful believers. • Memorize key verses about God’s sovereignty over the unseen realm (Colossians 2:15). Teaching the Next Generation • Explain early and often why certain shows, books, or games stay off-limits. • Model joyful obedience; kids notice when boundaries protect rather than stifle. • Use bedtime or drive-time to recount Bible accounts of God’s power over evil spirits (Mark 5:1-20; Acts 16:16-18). • Equip them to say “no” graciously but firmly to peer pressure. Living in Daily Freedom • Put on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18). • Stay in Christian community; isolation makes temptation louder. • Celebrate Christ’s victory: “The One who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world” (1 John 4:4). • Guard both mind and heart; spiritual purity flourishes where Christ reigns supreme. |
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