A Definition of Occult
Satanism and Occultism are not the same thing.
The Occult
For the purposes
of this course, the occult religious expression contains, but is not limited
to:
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the worship of
SELF as the supreme will
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a belief that
Satan is a Christian invention designed for controlling people
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the conjuring
and manipulation of supernatural Influences, agencies, or phenomena for
one’s own purposes and gain
Occultism is
endorsed in movies, in video games, on TV and in literature as:
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creatures that
have both human and non-human form and characteristics
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beings with
paranormal (psychic) powers who call upon some strange god(s) to fill
themselves with special supernatural powers.
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people who are
normal but can change into a different being by calling upon an element in
nature (air, fire, earth, water, ethers)
Satanism
"Satan
himself transforms himself into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great
thing if his ministers also transform themselves into ministers of
righteousness..." 2 Corinthians
11:14-15
The equivalent of
calling someone in the occult a satanist is the same thing as calling a
born-again Christian a Mormon or a Jehovah’s Witness because all three
supposedly fall under the umbrella of Christianity.
"...the whole world
is under the sway of the evil one." 1 John 5:19
"...be strong in the
Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you
may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not
wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against
powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against
spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take up
the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and
having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your waist with
truth...." Ephesians 6:10-14
"Therefore submit to God. Resist
the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you." James
4:7-8
"For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh.
For
the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God
for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every
high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God,
bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ,
and being ready to punish all disobedience when your obedience
is fulfilled." 2 Corinthians
10:2-6
Helpful
charts:
The Nature and Tactics of
Satan &
Unequal
Contenders in the Spiritual War
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