Category: Halloweeen

Christians from the very beginning have had to decide whether or not to honor the holiday observations of religions other than that of Christ. That…

As with most every American holiday, there are backgrounds of paganism and Catholicism involved in Halloween. Certainly, we want to make sure we avoid any appearance of these, even as we would of Christmas. In one community in which we lived, the Satanists were prominent enough (there were three active covens) that the local police suggested bringing in any black animals the week prior to Halloween. There, most people who professed Christianity did not go door to door, but had private parties or would go treating in the mall. The local culture will determine to some degree whether the Christian can participate.

So, in conclusion, is it wrong to dress up in a costume, eat candy and carve pumpkins? Certainly not. However, be careful about your influence. If you are mimicking paganism, witchcraft, violence, and Satanism, you have gone too far. Refuse to make light of the very things that represent rebellion against God.