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In Revelation 9:20, pharmakaya is translated as sorceries in the Bible.
In Revelation 9:20, pharmakaya is translated as sorceries in the Bible.
True (A)
The speaker believes that witchcraft is always based on genuine demonic power.
The speaker believes that witchcraft is always based on genuine demonic power.
False (B)
The biblical term 'sorceries' is associated with plant extracts used for medicinal purposes.
The biblical term 'sorceries' is associated with plant extracts used for medicinal purposes.
False (B)
The speaker is advocating for the use of hallucinogenic plants for religious purposes.
The speaker is advocating for the use of hallucinogenic plants for religious purposes.
Missionaries and anthropologists have discovered that witch doctors are often expert magicians.
Missionaries and anthropologists have discovered that witch doctors are often expert magicians.
The speaker is condemning the use of drugs for medicinal purposes.
The speaker is condemning the use of drugs for medicinal purposes.
Revelation 9:20 mentions the immoralities of those who worship demons.
Revelation 9:20 mentions the immoralities of those who worship demons.
The speaker is suggesting that all drug use is demonic.
The speaker is suggesting that all drug use is demonic.
Aestheticism is a lifestyle associated with men who worship demons.
Aestheticism is a lifestyle associated with men who worship demons.
Seth Kniep's testimony in chapel was about his experience with witchcraft.
Seth Kniep's testimony in chapel was about his experience with witchcraft.
A believer can be under the sovereign control of a demon.
A believer can be under the sovereign control of a demon.
The idea of a believer being possessed by a demon is widely discussed in charismatic circles today.
The idea of a believer being possessed by a demon is widely discussed in charismatic circles today.
Deliverance ministries often attribute problems in people's lives to demonic activity.
Deliverance ministries often attribute problems in people's lives to demonic activity.
Some deliverance ministers claim to be able to see demons hopping from person to person.
Some deliverance ministers claim to be able to see demons hopping from person to person.
A believer who has been redeemed from a pagan culture can still be taken over by a demon.
A believer who has been redeemed from a pagan culture can still be taken over by a demon.
Dabbling in yoga can lead to demonic influence in a believer's life.
Dabbling in yoga can lead to demonic influence in a believer's life.
A believer can be indwelt by a demon.
A believer can be indwelt by a demon.
Some people may be motivated to focus on casting out demons rather than walking in obedience and sanctification.
Some people may be motivated to focus on casting out demons rather than walking in obedience and sanctification.
The desire to make money is a motivator for some deliverance ministers.
The desire to make money is a motivator for some deliverance ministers.
A believer can give a handle to the devil to use in their life by dabbling in yoga.
A believer can give a handle to the devil to use in their life by dabbling in yoga.
Witch doctors and their interns were skilled musicians who used music to induce a trance.
Witch doctors and their interns were skilled musicians who used music to induce a trance.
The practice of witchcraft was a major reason for the conquest of Palestine and its inhabitants.
The practice of witchcraft was a major reason for the conquest of Palestine and its inhabitants.
The Bible condones the practice of witchcraft and sorcery.
The Bible condones the practice of witchcraft and sorcery.
In the Old Testament, witchcraft and divination were considered acceptable practices.
In the Old Testament, witchcraft and divination were considered acceptable practices.
A person who has been redeemed by God can still be possessed by a demon.
A person who has been redeemed by God can still be possessed by a demon.
The King James Bible uses the term 'those that peep and mutter' to describe wizards and sorcerers.
The King James Bible uses the term 'those that peep and mutter' to describe wizards and sorcerers.
In theocratic nations, the law of God allows for the death sentence of anyone practicing witchcraft.
In theocratic nations, the law of God allows for the death sentence of anyone practicing witchcraft.
The speaker had experience with witchcraft cases in Zimbabwe that involved deceit and extortion.
The speaker had experience with witchcraft cases in Zimbabwe that involved deceit and extortion.
A person who has been possessed by a demon can be converted and redeemed by God.
A person who has been possessed by a demon can be converted and redeemed by God.
The Bible teaches that a person can be repossessed by a demon after being redeemed by God.
The Bible teaches that a person can be repossessed by a demon after being redeemed by God.
Using a Ouija board is acceptable for believers.
Using a Ouija board is acceptable for believers.
Dax is a missionary in West Africa.
Dax is a missionary in West Africa.
Witch doctors can affect believers through magic or witchcraft.
Witch doctors can affect believers through magic or witchcraft.
Possession is a common occurrence in West Africa.
Possession is a common occurrence in West Africa.
Christians are de facto protected from demonic power.
Christians are de facto protected from demonic power.
One should walk around with a take-it-for-granted attitude towards protection from the evil one.
One should walk around with a take-it-for-granted attitude towards protection from the evil one.
Throwing the spirit is a common practice in charismatic meetings.
Throwing the spirit is a common practice in charismatic meetings.
The speaker believes in the power of witch doctors.
The speaker believes in the power of witch doctors.
The speaker has given in to demonic power in the past.
The speaker has given in to demonic power in the past.
Beran's article is about the dangers of witchcraft.
Beran's article is about the dangers of witchcraft.
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Study Notes
Sorcery and Witchcraft
- The practice of sorcery and witchcraft is associated with demonic worship and deceit.
- The word "sorceries" in Revelation 9:20 is translated from "pharmakaya", which is linked to the use of drugs and plant extracts to induce trance and hallucinations.
Characteristics of Witchcraft and Sorcery
- Witchcraft and sorcery involve trickery, deceit, and false power.
- Those who practice witchcraft and sorcery often use herbs and extracts to induce dreams and hallucinations.
- Witch doctors and their interns are expert magicians who use music and other techniques to induce a trance.
Pagan Religions and the Conquest of Israel
- The practices of divination, witchcraft, sorcery, mediums, spiritists, and necromancy are common in pagan religions.
- God judged these practices as abominations and brought Israel into the land to conquer them.
- The prophets in the Old Testament condemned these practices and called for their destruction.
The Stand Against Witchcraft
- We should not imply that pagan worship or witchcraft is acceptable or respectable.
- As a theocratic nation, Israel had the right to apply the law of God and destroy those who practiced witchcraft.
- We should stand against witchcraft and pagan worship, but we cannot judge or condemn individuals who practice it.
The Possibility of Demonic Indwelling
- The question of whether a demon can inhabit a body occupied by the Holy Spirit has been settled.
- The answer is no, a demon cannot inhabit a body occupied by the Holy Spirit.
- The indwelling of the Holy Spirit means that a person is a new creature in Christ Jesus and is protected by God's power.
The Sovereignty of God
- We should not think that a believer can be possessed by a demon or be under the sovereign control of a demon.
- The idea that a believer can be possessed by a demon is not even discussed in the Bible.
- The Bible teaches that believers are delivered from the domain of darkness and transplanted into the kingdom of God's beloved son.
The Deliverance Ministry
- The deliverance ministry is popular in charismatic circles, but it is not based on biblical teaching.
- Many people in the deliverance ministry teach that believers can be possessed by demons and need to be delivered.
- This teaching is dangerous and can lead to a lack of faith in God's sovereignty and protection.
The Role of Obedience and Sanctification
- The desire for dramatic experiences and deliverance can sometimes be driven by a desire to avoid walking in obedience and sanctification.
- We should not use the possibility of demonic activity as an excuse to avoid obeying God's word and living a holy life.
- We should focus on living a life of obedience and sanctification, rather than seeking dramatic experiences or deliverance.
The Protection of Believers
- Believers are protected from demonic activity and cannot be possessed by demons.
- The Bible teaches that believers are kept from the evil one by the intercessory work of Christ.
- We should not live in fear of demonic activity, but rather in confidence of God's sovereignty and protection.
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