WHAT ARE FAMILIAR SPIRITS

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Good -Life Devotional: WHAT ARE FAMILIAR SPIRITS 

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

3/7/24

1 Chronicles 10:13

"So Saul died for his transgression which he committed against the LORD, even against the word of the LORD, which he kept not, and also for asking counsel of one that had a familiar spirit, to enquire of it;"

  In the Bible, "familiar spirits" refer to entities or demons believed to assist individuals in witchcraft or divination. The Hebrew term for these spirits is (ovot), often translated as "necromancers" or "mediums." ( acquainted with secrets of the unseen world)

 These spirits are condemned in Scripture, and their practices are strictly prohibited.

Leviticus 19:31 warns, "Regard not them that have familiar spirits, neither seek after wizards, to be defiled by them: I am the Lord your God." This verse highlights the impurity and defilement associated with engaging with familiar spirits, emphasizing the need for Israel to remain holy and separate from pagan practices.

Deuteronomy 18:10-12 reiterates this prohibition: "There shall not be found among you any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, or that useth divination, or an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch, or a charmer, or a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer. For all that do these things are an abomination unto the Lord." Here, familiar spirits are listed among other forbidden occult practices, underscoring their abominable nature.

The story of King Saul seeking the witch of Endor in 1 Samuel 28 further illustrates the biblical stance. Desperate for guidance, Saul seeks a woman with a familiar spirit, defying God's commands and ultimately facing dire consequences. This narrative serves as a stark reminder of the dangers and divine disapproval of consulting familiar spirits.

Prayer : Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome evil manipulations . Amen

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