How can we avoid relying on "astrologers" and "stargazers" for guidance today? Setting the Scene: Isaiah’s Warning Isaiah 47:13: “You are wearied by your many counselors; let them stand ready and save you—those who divide the heavens, who observe the stars, who make predictions month by month.” Babylon trusted its astrologers; God exposed their powerlessness. The same warning alerts us today. Recognize the Futility of Astrology • Deuteronomy 18:10–12 condemns divination as “detestable.” • Jeremiah 10:2: “Do not learn the way of the nations… the signs of the heavens… are futile.” • Acts 19:18–19 shows new believers burning occult material—proof that such practices have no place among God’s people. Anchor Guidance in God’s Word • Psalm 119:105: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” • 2 Timothy 3:16–17: Scripture equips “for every good work,” leaving no need for star charts. • Hebrews 4:12: The Word discerns “thoughts and intentions,” a role astrology falsely claims. Seek the Author, Not the Creation • Colossians 1:16–17: All things—including stars—were made by Christ and “in Him all things hold together.” • Romans 1:25 warns against exchanging “the truth of God for a lie, and worshiping created things rather than the Creator.” Cultivate Discernment through the Holy Spirit • John 16:13: The Spirit “will guide you into all truth.” • 1 John 2:27 encourages relying on the anointing that teaches truth, not on cosmic forecasts. • Galatians 5:16 urges walking by the Spirit, which leaves no room for occult counsel. Surround Yourself with Godly Counsel • Proverbs 11:14: “Victory is won through many advisers” who fear the Lord, not the zodiac. • Ephesians 4:11–16 points to pastors and teachers who equip believers toward maturity, guarding against deceptive voices. Practical Steps to Replace Horoscope Habits • Remove apps, emails, books, and social feeds that deliver zodiac content. • Replace the time spent on daily horoscopes with a Bible-reading plan (e.g., one Psalm and one Gospel chapter each morning). • Memorize verses that affirm God’s guidance (Proverbs 3:5–6; James 1:5). • Share accountability with a mature believer—text one another a verse instead of a horoscope link. • Listen to Christ-centered podcasts or worship music during moments previously devoted to star forecasts. Resting in God’s Sovereign Care • Psalm 32:8: “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with My loving eye on you.” • Matthew 6:33 assures that seeking God’s kingdom first leads to every needed provision. • Romans 8:14: “All who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” The Lord’s family never needs to consult the stars—they know the One who made them. |
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