I Appreciate The Listeners Working With Us Through The AD Space!! Listening here is the best way to support our show and keep the show going. Its very valuable to our time and hard work that goes into this operation. We thank you so much as an audience for supporting the us. It does not go unnoticed. God Bless and enjoy the show! YOUTUBE LINK https://www.youtube.com/live/gqk8H5ZuZOA?si=GlGhzJip_hBSKJrB YOUTUBE CHANNEL LINK https://www.youtube.com/@TheBiblicalHitmen Donate To The Show https://paypal.me/TheBiblicalHitmen The Biblical Hitmen Links: YouTube Apple Podcast Spotify Instagram TikTok X Facebook Spreaker Episode Summary In this engaging live session, Stephen explores the pervasive influence of the occult in today's world, drawing connections to biblical teachings and warnings. He discusses the importance of discernment in recognizing deception, the story of Cain and Abel as a representation of evil's roots, and the biblical prohibitions against consulting the dead and engaging in occult practices. The conversation emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of spirituality and the dangers of idolatry, while also addressing the cultural trends that promote occult beliefs. In this conversation, Stephen explores the themes of idolatry, community engagement, and the dangers of occult practices as outlined in the New Testament. He emphasizes the importance of spiritual discernment and the consequences of sin, urging listeners to embrace challenges and build a relationship with their faith. The discussion also delves into modern deceptions, the role of morality in spiritual warfare, and the cultural conditioning that leads to the acceptance of occult practices. Stephen concludes with a summary of various occult practices and the biblical warnings against them. Takeaways -The occult is highly saturated in today's world. -The Bible prohibits practices related to the occult. -Deception often masquerades as truth, leading people astray. -The story of Cain and Abel illustrates the roots of evil and sacrifice. -Consulting the dead is condemned in the Bible. -The occult manipulates culture and society through trends. -God's prohibitions against the occult are for our protection. -Idolatry is a significant aspect of occult practices. -The life is in the blood, which is why God forbids certain practices. -Understanding the spiritual realm is crucial for discernment. God's people often turn away from Him, as seen in biblical history. -Community engagement is essential for personal growth and understanding. -The New Testament warns against various occult practices. -Sin has consequences that we must embrace and learn from. -Spiritual discernment is crucial in recognizing false teachings. -There is a counterfeit spirit that mimics the Holy Spirit. -Morality plays a significant role in spiritual warfare. -Cultural conditioning can lead to acceptance of occult practices. -Understanding the occult is vital for spiritual awareness. -The Bible provides clear warnings against engaging in occult practices. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Live Streaming and Community Engagement 08:46 Exploring the Occult and Its Influence 20:04 Biblical Warnings Against Occult Practices 28:13 The Nature of Occult Practices and Their Appeal 40:06 Cultural Trends and the Occult in Modern Society 42:52 The Occult's Influence on Culture 49:35 Warnings Against Consulting the Dead 01:01:51 The Nature of Sacrifice and Idolatry 01:17:18 New Testament Warnings Against Occult Practices 01:26:20 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Language and Communication 01:29:08 Discernment and the Nature of Truth 01:31:29 Counterfeit Spirits and False Religions 01:34:58 The Importance of Obedience in Faith 01:36:51 Community Engagement and Personal Growth 01:43:30 The Occult and Its Influence in Modern Culture 01:57:41 Identifying and Avoiding Deceptive Practices #occult #bible #christianity Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-biblical-hitmen--6532902/support .
