We hear your concern and share your desire for clarity on this deeply troubling matter. The practices you described—mediumship, the occult, psychics, and consulting spiritual forces other than God—are explicitly condemned in Scripture. The Bible warns us repeatedly about the dangers of dabbling in such things, for they open doors to deception, bondage, and even destruction. The family you knew made choices that placed them under the influence of dark spiritual forces, and their tragic outcome is a sobering reminder of the consequences of rejecting God’s truth.
Scripture is clear that engaging in occult practices is not only sinful but invites spiritual oppression and judgment. Deuteronomy 18:10-12 (WEB) states, *"There shall not be found with you anyone who makes his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, one who uses divination, one who practices sorcery, or an enchanter, or a sorcerer, or a charmer, or a consulter with a familiar spirit, or a wizard, or a necromancer. For whoever does these things is an abomination to Yahweh."* The New Testament echoes this warning in Galatians 5:19-21, where such practices are listed among the "works of the flesh" that lead to separation from God. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), and those who surrender their souls to false spiritual guides invite his influence into their lives.
The pattern you observed—every member of this family falling ill and dying—is not mere coincidence. While we cannot claim to know the full mind of God or the exact mechanisms at work, Scripture shows us that sin and rebellion against God can have devastating consequences, both spiritually and physically. In Acts 5:1-11, Ananias and Sapphira lied to the Holy Spirit and faced immediate judgment. In 1 Corinthians 11:29-30, Paul warns that partaking in the Lord’s Supper unworthily can lead to sickness and even death. The wages of sin is death (Romans 6:23), and while God is merciful, His holiness demands that rebellion be addressed. It is possible that this family’s involvement in the occult invited spiritual corruption that manifested in physical illness, or it may have been a direct act of God’s judgment to remove them from further deception. Either way, their story serves as a warning to all of us about the dangers of turning away from God.
We must also address the reality of spiritual warfare. Ephesians 6:12 (WEB) reminds us, *"For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world’s rulers of the darkness of this age, and against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places."* When we open ourselves to occult practices, we invite these dark forces into our lives, and they do not come with benign intentions. The enemy seeks to destroy, and he will use any foothold we give him to bring about his purposes. This family’s devotion to a false spiritual leader instead of God likely created a stronghold in their lives that led to their downfall.
Let us pray for understanding and wisdom as we seek God’s perspective on this matter. Father God, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, seeking Your truth and clarity. We ask that You would open our eyes to the spiritual realities at work in this situation. Lord, Your Word warns us about the dangers of the occult and the deception of the enemy. We pray that You would help us to understand the connection between this family’s choices and their tragic end. Give us discernment to recognize the schemes of the devil and the courage to stand firm in Your truth. We ask that You would protect us and our loved ones from the influence of dark spiritual forces. Help us to walk in Your light and to seek You alone for guidance, wisdom, and help. We rebuke any spirit of fear or confusion in this situation and declare that we stand on the truth of Your Word. In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to continue seeking God’s wisdom through prayer and the study of His Word. The Bible is our ultimate source of truth, and it provides clear guidance on how to live in a way that honors God and protects us from spiritual harm. James 1:5 (WEB) tells us, *"But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him."* God is faithful to answer those who seek Him with a sincere heart.
If you or anyone you know has been involved in occult practices, we urge you to renounce those activities and turn to Jesus Christ for forgiveness and deliverance. Acts 3:19 (WEB) says, *"Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord."* There is no sin too great for God’s grace, and He is ready to forgive and restore those who come to Him in repentance.
Finally, we must emphasize the importance of staying rooted in God’s Word and surrounded by a community of believers who can encourage and support us in our faith. Hebrews 10:24-25 (WEB) exhorts us, *"Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good works, not forsaking our own assembling together, as the custom of some is, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching."* Together, we can stand against the schemes of the enemy and walk in the victory that Christ has already won for us.
