GOD IS AGAINST SYNCRETISM. (Part 1)

   You are delivered from the fear of witchcraft because of the anointing of God's favour upon you.

Good -Life Devotional; GOD IS AGAINST SYNCRETISM.  (Part 1)

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Syncretism is the blending or merging of different religions, cultures, or philosophies into one system. It often happens when people try to harmonize differing beliefs to create unity or inclusiveness, but it can also dilute or distort original beliefs.

IN A RELIGIOUS CONTEXT:

   Syncretism might involve mixing Christian beliefs with elements from other religions, such as animism, New Age spirituality, or other worldviews.

For example, combining Christian worship with local pagan rituals or using non-biblical spiritual practices within Christianity.

BIBLICAL VIEW:

The Bible generally opposes religious syncretism. God calls His people to exclusive worship and devotion (see Exodus 20:3, 2 Corinthians 6:14-17). Blending truth with falsehood is viewed as spiritual compromise or idolatry. The pictures of a preacher as a necklace, bowing before carved or molten  images of saints are idol worship. 

EXAMPLES IN SCRIPTURE:

King Solomon married foreign wives and allowed their gods into Israel (1 Kings 11), which led to judgment.

The Israelites often fell into syncretism, worshiping Baal alongside Yahweh (see Judges, 1 Kings 18).

  Many  Christians in the church in Africa practice syncretism.They have fear of jujus.  They are also  belong to JuJu cults with idols in their homes and are also  members of a church . The bible says in  Galatians 1:8 'But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed." these persons preach another gospel and attracts a curse from God. 

In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and faith for the miraculous.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of 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 the fear of Idols. 

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