| | | | Note from Jan: The occult is guilty of massive home invasions. And for that matter, church invasions as well. Listen to our current radio program posted here on the topic. The discussion and sound bites will tell you we have a problem. It is the mainstreaming of all things paranormal. My guest columnist below, David Fiorazo, calls it soul pollution. He writes about the potential debauchery at the forthcoming Super Bowl which will invade homes next weekend.
Soul Pollution
By David Fiorazo
January 26, 2015
www.olivetreeviews.org
How far will Katy Perry go and do people even care? There is no denying Americans have become super-desensitized to godlessness. What we accept as 'normal' entertainment today was considered immoral a hundred years ago - or even fifty. Many have learned the hard way if we don't teach our children to believe in and live for Jesus Christ, the world will definitely teach them not to. So, what messages are promoted during a Super Bowl?By selecting Perry, the NFL again reveals their lack of concern for young children who will be watching. Money, ratings, and pleasing their advertisers are priorities. (We could also discuss commercials but that's for another time.) The NFL's endorsement of evil and ignorance of spiritual things is problematic. Perry recently suggested the NFL knows she likes to walk the line of what is acceptable and what is offensive. So much for being family-friendly. There is a possibility her performance will be tame compared to Beyonce's 2013 Satanic halftime sex show, but Perry did say she has a few tricks up her sleeve for February 1st. Over 100 million viewers will most likely watch the Super Bowl halftime show. Like Miley Cyrus, Perry grew up in a Christian home and made references to God early in her career, but now admits she has left the faith. In an interview with ET about the Super Bowl gig, Perry stated, "I think when the universe gives you these things, it's just asking you if you're ready for the next level. And I'm getting ready." This is a good reminder to pray for those who look to "the universe" or to other gods for answers. They simply lack understanding of the living God of the Bible. Parents, please remember this: whether a celebrity acknowledges it or not, they are role models for youth in our culture. Bad or good, millions of children will try to be just like them by mimicking their behavior and lifestyle. Flashback to the 2014 Grammy Awards Wearing black witches clothing emblazoned with a glowing red Knights Templar cross on her chest, she emerged from the crystal ball while demons danced frantically around her. The Knights Templar were a medieval occult society some consider to be the originator of Freemasonry, the Bavarian Illuminati and the keepers of "sex-magick" secrets as practiced by Aleister Crowley's O.T.O. (Ordo Templi Orientis) Perry and fellow witches used their brooms to perform a pole dance of sorts. The act featured a beast with Moloch horns as well as dark-robed dancers. The song ended with a circle of fire around her, apparently symbolizing her being burned at the stake. Sadly, Perry's music and videos are being used to seduce young fans. She now seeks spirituality in the writings of people such as neo-gnostic medium, Echart Tolle, who channels demonic forces and teaches we can realize our own inner divinity through occult knowledge. Katy Perry is not alone by any stretch. Though we don't know how deeply she is invested into the occult, the music industry features many performers engaging in Satanism and witchcraft. Some utilize demonic powers to ensnare their followers. I'm sure Superbowl organizers don't care. Whether we're discussing entertainment or everyday life, we shouldn't expect unbelievers to act like Christians nor should we judge them -- they need salvation through Jesus. We can however, overcome our silence by warning, informing, and encouraging others to be more discerning and to avoid the garbage this world often produces and promotes. Too many families have conformed to the world and according to the Bible, friendship with the world is hostility toward God. "Therefore whoever wishes to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God." (James 4:4) Harmless entertainment? You make the call. A chasm exists between being edified and slimed. We cannot protect our hearts and minds while filling them with trash. Some call it entertainment; I call it soul pollution, and there are much better things we can do with our time. Find more of Fiorazo's writings and insights at www.blottingoutgod.com. He will join me on air in February to talk about these issues. Listen here or here to this week's radio program on the rise of the paranormal in the world and church. We air on over 600 stations but have our programming posted online at the above links. Join us for "Understanding the Times 2015, Friday - Saturday, October 2-3, near Minneapolis, MN. Find all info here. This year's guests include Dr. Robert Jeffress, Michele Bachmann, Pastor Jack Hibbs, and Amir Tsarfati.
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