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HALLOWEEN

With Halloween upon us, it is a good opportunity to evaluate negative spiritual forces in our lives. Most rational people will say, "Negative spiritual forces? Oh no! I'm not involved in anything like that." Then, these individuals will turn to the horoscope section of their paper, play a Ouija board or tarot cards at a party, or see a spiritual advisor just for the "fun" of it.

As human beings, we are prone to sin and temptation. Many of us think we are mighty fortresses, spared from the ugliness and evils of the world. We are used to everything going our way. When it does, we take down our guard, thinking we will continue to be safe. Dabbling in the occult is no laughing matter. "Let no one be found among you who sacrifices his son or daughter in the fire, who practices divination or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft, or casts spells, or who is a medium or spiritualist or who consults the dead. Anyone who does these things is detestable to the Lord..." Deuteronomy18.10-12

The reason being, those embracing such negative avenues are either consciously or unconsciously inviting evil (Satan) into their lives, and thus, rejecting good (God). It doesn't matter if one perceives these things as harmless games or novelties, the results are the same to God. "There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death." Proverbs 14.12

The driving force behind those involved in such dangerous "games," typically is the desire for knowledge, power and control. In our modern age of fast food and convenience items, we want to be able to see into our futures just as easily. How long will it take man to realize that our lives are not ruled by planets, charms, or the spirits of the dead, but by our own individual choices and actions. The remainder is in the hands of God.

Instead of putting your faith in idolatry and sorcery, try placing it in the loving arms of Our Father, God, and His Son, Jesus Christ. "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment." - Matthew 22.37

HALLOWEEN, WHY?

Since Halloween is coming up, and since I'm NOT a big fan of it, I wanted to write something about it. Also, since I work at a daycare center, people expect me to dress up. I always tell them I'm cute enough to come as myself.

Each year when Halloween approaches, I get such a feeling of depression. I feel as if a dark cloud comes and doesn't leave until November 1. It's such an eerie holiday, representing nothing but evil. I don't know how many of you feel this way, or if you even do, but I just can't look forward to October 31.

It seems all cute and sweet to see the kids dressed up, and I admit I like to see them too, but I still don't like the idea of it. It upsets me. I cannot stand witches for one thing. They are so ugly, and only represent evil, then there's all the other disgusting costumes people wear that bother me. Then there's the stories you hear about Satanic sacrifices that occur on this day.

I just don't like the idea of setting aside this one day, that only stands out as another sugar coated lie Satan came up with, to glorify something so evil. It bothers me. So, in leui of this day that I am not looking forward to, I have written the following poem. Hope you like it. Elisa.

TRICK OR TREAT?

Dressing up for Halloween?
What does all this trickery mean,
A ghosts, a goblin, a witch or two,
Bats, monsters, black cats too,
Evil costumes, distorted faces,
Innocent children going places,
To and fro, from home to home,
It seems like fun as off they roam.
Some say it's just an innocent day,
Where children can go off and play,
Pretending to be somebody new,
Cinderella, maybe Winnie the Pooh?
Or dress up as someone decaying or dead,
Someone with a severed head,
Putting on costumes that look so gory,
Why should evil get this much glory?
All in innocence, that's the plan,
Satan has once again deceived man.
It's almost like how we live our lives,
Living behind a mask of lies.
We put on our smile, hiding the pain,
Our "treats" the only thing we can "gain".
We go down the road, door to door,
Looking for truth, hoping for more.
We hold out our bags, say, "Trick or treat!"
But behind the door, who do we meet?
The master and king of all deceivers,
Handing out tricks to Christian believers.
Candy coated lies that yeild anger, frustration,
Sending us to the wrong destination.
So, he makes Halloween, for children, sweet,
Just get dressed up, say, "Trick or treat!"
But just be careful who's behind the door.
It may not be the treat you're looking for.