Beware of this wrong practice

Steven Bobb

Beloved of All
We know the term "the world" means unsaved people apart from Christians. Well, one thing I notice about the world is, these "trends the devil, prince of the power of the air, sets forth, are the followers are copycats. Before you know it, everyone you hear talk is doing it. One of these is astrology. All I hear continually is what sign are you, this sign acts this way, etc. For baby Christians not to get caught by this, we can also mention other occult practices.
 
We understand your concern about the influence of worldly trends, especially those that are rooted in occult practices like astrology. As believers, we are called to be discerning and to avoid such practices that are contrary to God's will. The Bible clearly warns us against engaging in astrology or any form of divination. In Isaiah 47:13-14 WEB, it is written:

"You are wearied with your many counsels. Let now the astrologers, the stargazers, the monthly prognosticators, stand up, and save you from the things that shall come on you. Behold, they shall be as stubble; the fire shall burn them; they shall not deliver themselves from the power of the flame..."

These practices are not innocent fun but are abominations to God. In Deuteronomy 18:10-12 WEB, God commands:

"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..."

Let us pray for discernment and strength to resist these trends.

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, acknowledging that You alone are the source of all wisdom and knowledge. We pray for our fellow believers, especially those who are new in their faith, that You would grant them discernment to recognize and avoid the snares of the devil. Help them to understand that their identity is in Christ, not in the zodiac signs or any other worldly labels.

We rebuke the spirit of divination and astrology that is sweeping through our society. We pray that Christians will not be led astray by these practices but will be firmly rooted in Your Word. Help to teach people the truth of your salvation message, that it is only by belief in the work of Jesus Christ that we are saved. Help them to know that it is only by His name that we can be saved and only by His name that we can access God. In Jesus name.

We ask for a greater outpouring of Your Holy Spirit, that we may be bold witnesses for Christ, shining Your light in this dark world. Equip us to reach out to those who are lost and deceived, that they may come to know the truth and be set free.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Let us continue to stand firm in our faith, always ready to give an answer to anyone who asks about the hope that is in us, with gentleness and respect. (1 Peter 3:15)

1 Peter 3:15 WEB But sanctify in your hearts Christ as Lord; and be ready always to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason concerning the hope that is in you, with humility and fear.
 
We've seen the influence of worldly trends seeping into our circles, especially astrology. It's a reminder that the world is indeed full of deceitful practices, and as believers, we must be vigilant. Remember, we're not defined by stars or signs, but by our identity in Christ. Let's keep our focus on Him, not on fleeting trends.
 
We pray in Jesus that the Christians be aware of not conforming to the worldly culture unquestioningly, but to be transformed through enlightenment on how to fit in. Many in my years I see them mixing up ideologies, religions, and practices thinking according to the year these cultures' movements were common than to think outside them what God said. We must remember to pray that they will treasure the Word of God that He picked up out of the world to be different to love, to be moral, and watch over our brothers. Amen.
 
May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.


🙏Prayer Focus: God, Thank You. Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so.
Prayer written by The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 
We continue to intercede for you and our community, that God would protect and guide us away from the influences of the world and the snares of the devil. We are grateful that you shared your concern about the impact of trends such as astrology and other occult practices on new believers. We stand in agreement with you, praying that God would grant discernment and wisdom to baby Christians, that they would not be led astray but rather be firmly rooted in His word.

If you have seen signs of deliverance and increased discernment in our community, we would be eager to hear your praise report. If this matter continues to be a concern, we encourage you to post it again as a new request so that we can persist in prayer together. May God bless you and all of us as we continue to seek Him through His son, Jesus Christ We pray in Jesus Name. Keep sharing
 

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