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Which to Truly Fear - Jason Voorhees, Freddy Kruger or Shawn Bolz?

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"A shift in popular culture has brought about an unprecedented fascination with horror through movies and video games. Video games and movie titles such as Five Nights at Freddy's, Dead by Daylight, the Evil Dead or the Exorcist franchises, can appear to some as harmless, but can potentially usher in spiritual dangers we might not fully grasp. One thing to note is that the enemy intends to use these kinds of works against us, and just that thought alone should make you wonder "is this the right choice I am making for myself or my child to flirt with something that is so obviously not what God wants?" I think so many spiritual leaders have cried wolf over a lot of secular entertainment that we have been desensitized to actually discerning if this is something that we should be including in our lives. The Bible warns us about the spiritual realm and the dark forces that occupy it. We have to look, as Christians, how horror-themed entertainment can invite negative spiritual influences and open doors to fear, anxiety, mental illness and an unhealthy fascination with the occult. Most importantly, we will discuss the hope and power that come from seeking God and filling the void in our lives with His love and presence." - Shawn Bolz

Are you kidding me? People need to ask themselves why they idolize false teachers when it is so obviously clear to not be what God wants! This entire article seems to be a form of projection. We see this a lot in the purpose driven industrial complex. False prophets try to expose other false prophets. Jennifer LeClaire is known to do this, and we recently saw Mario Murillo try the same nonsense. It is nothing more than sleight of hand to say look at all those evil horror movies as a way to not have people look at what you are doing for the kingdom of the enemy. While I agree that if anything causes you fear, anxiety or mental illness that you should probably not partake of it. Just be aware that avoiding Friday the 13th while attending Bethel solves nothing spiritually for you.

"First Corinthians 10:21 says, "You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too; you cannot have a part in both the Lord's table and the table of demons." This Scripture warns us about the dangers of straddling the spiritual line. When we entertain fear and horror through movies and games, we risk exposing ourselves to demonic presences and attachments.

Ephesians 4:27 admonishes us, "And give no opportunity to the devil." Demonically influenced horror movies and games, despite their fictitious nature, can unintentionally create a space or 'landing strip' in our minds for dark thoughts and potential oppression. This opens the door to the enemy and can bring agreement between us and demonic powers, going against the instruction provided in this verse." - Shawn Bolz

Ephesians 4:27 is in the middle of exhortations for us to behave well as Christians. Put away all falsehoods. Do not let the sun go down on your anger. Let no corrupting talk come from your mouths. Put away all bitterness, wrath and anger but rather be kind, tenderhearted, and forgive one another. In the middle of that God says, give the devil no opportunity. So, what is being taught has little to do with horror movies. Rather it teaches us that anger, bitterness and unforgiveness are tools the devil will use to gain a foothold in our lives. The Corinthians verse has nothing to do with demonic attachments. Paul was literally teaching that we cannot drink or eat that which has been offered by pagans in sacrifice to demons. Sure, we can stretch that to anything idolatrous because idolatry gets between you and God. So, if horror movies for some reason becomes an idol to you, then take no part in it.

"The danger also extends to our children, who are impressionable and vulnerable. As parents and guardians, it's crucial to protect them from influences that could potentially harm their mental and spiritual well-being." - Shawn Bolz

First of all, I hope no one is bringing kids to see the horror movies of today. That aside, children are indeed vulnerable from all sources. At Bethel, they teach kids by "activating" them to prophesy over each other and other teachers as well as learning to listen to whatever nonsense comes into their hearts and pretending it is God speaking to them. It is crucial that we protect our kids from Shawn Bolz and Bethel first and Halloween V after.

"But there is hope. While it may seem that the enemy is using demonic horror, it's essential to understand that it's a counterfeit satisfaction. This space is where God wants to nourish our spiritual hunger. When we set aside horror-themed content and invite God into this space, we create room for an increase in His presence and empowerment. This shift provides a satisfaction that transcends any transient thrill or scare. It opens up a realm of divine peace, wisdom and guidance, providing a profound sense of contentment. By allowing God to fill this space, we invite love, peace, joy and all the fruits of the Spirit into our lives, which stand in stark contrast to the fear, anxiety and unrest that horror-themed content can incite." - Shawn Bolz

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