How does Leviticus 20:6 warn against seeking mediums and spiritists today? The Text “Whoever turns to mediums or spiritists and prostitutes himself with them, I will set My face against that person and cut him off from his people.” (Leviticus 20:6) Key Words and Concepts • “turns” – a deliberate choice of direction • “mediums or spiritists” – any human channel claiming to communicate with the dead or unseen spirits (cf. Deuteronomy 18:10–11) • “prostitutes himself” – graphic language for spiritual unfaithfulness; abandoning covenant loyalty to God • “set My face against” – God’s personal opposition, not mere disapproval (Psalm 34:16) • “cut him off” – removal from covenant blessings and community life The Seriousness of the Offense • It replaces reliance on the Lord with forbidden channels of knowledge and power. • It invites demonic influence (1 Corinthians 10:20). • It is labeled an “abomination” alongside child sacrifice and idolatry (Deuteronomy 18:12). • Saul’s tragic end after consulting the medium at En-dor illustrates the danger (1 Samuel 28; 1 Chronicles 10:13–14). Timeless Principles for Today • Seeking supernatural guidance outside God’s Word equals spiritual adultery. • God still opposes such practice; His character has not changed (Malachi 3:6; Hebrews 13:8). • Modern equivalents include tarot readings, horoscopes, psychic hotlines, channeling, ghost-hunting shows, and occult games. • The Holy Spirit alone is appointed to guide believers into truth (John 16:13). Practical Applications • Reject any curiosity that minimizes the danger of the occult. • Measure every spiritual claim by Scripture (Isaiah 8:19–20; 1 John 4:1). • Repent immediately if involved, trusting Christ’s blood to cleanse (1 John 1:9). • Replace forbidden practices with regular Bible intake, prayer, and worship. • Seek biblical counsel and accountability if lingering fascination remains. Life-Giving Alternatives • Depend on God’s revealed Word for direction (Psalm 119:105). • Pray for wisdom; He gives generously (James 1:5). • Cultivate fellowship with mature believers who point to Christ, not counterfeit spirits (Hebrews 10:24–25). Leviticus 20:6 speaks with enduring clarity: turning to mediums and spiritists places a person under God’s direct opposition and forfeits covenant blessing. The safest, most satisfying path is wholehearted reliance on the Lord and His Word. |
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