why god hates witchcraft

Often when we think of witches and witchcraft, our minds refer back to childhood images. We think of long, crooked noses and pointy hats and an old woman riding on a broom. Or we might even think of the good witch from The Wizard of Oz. We think of magic and stirring up potions and these things are often celebrated for Halloween. But make no mistake about it; witchcraft is not a laughing matter and it is something Christians should not be practicing at all.
​Now I know some would say it's all fun and games. They would say, "Well, I'm not participating in anything evil or sinister. I'm not drinking blood or making sacrifices or harming people or animals." Some would even call themselves good witches or practicing white magic. They would argue that they are not glorifying demons but God's word tells us that we should steer completely clear of all of these practices.
​There shall not be found among you anyone who makes his son or daughter pass through the fire (as a  sacrifice), one who uses divination and fortune-telling, one who practices witchcraft, or one who interprets omens, or a sorcerer, or one who casts a charm or spell, or a medium, or a spiritist, or a necromancer (who seeks the dead). For everyone who does these things is utterly repulsive to the Lord; and because of these detestable practices the Lord your God is driving them out before you. (Deuteronomy 18:10-12 AMP)
​God wants us to depend completely on Him and this is one of the reasons why any form of witchcraft is an abomination to Him. He does not want us relying on astrology because the stars are not a substitute for a real relationship with Him. They cannot tell us who we are. Only God can give us purpose. Another reason God hates witchcraft  is because satan and his demonic forces are behind that dark information. Who do you want your information from? God or the father of lies? He can only give you half-truths through familiar spirits, demons that have followed you and your family around, and that's how he baits you in. God has people He has appointed in place to speak into your life, not psychics, the psychic hotlines, or mediums. God is not using those people who gaze into crystal balls or who lie and say they talk to your dead relatives. They are only conjuring demons. Some might think that they are being comforted by this information but in actuality it is only opening them up to demonic influence in their lives. The enemy is sneaky and his goal is to ruin your life and not to  help you in any way, shape, or form. Do not let him get a foothold in your life through any of these demonic practices. 
​But there is another very important reason God hates witchcraft which is the true nature behind this very detrimental practice. Let's not think about images of witches, wizards, and warlocks for a moment. Let's look at the real definition of witchcraft:
Witchcraft - to manipulate, dominate, and/or intimidate.
​So witchcraft is the practice of manipulating, dominating, and intimidating people.
​Manipulate - to control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously.
​Dominate - have a commanding influence on; exercise control over.
​Intimidate - frighten or overawe (someone), especially in order to make them do what one wants.
There is one main theme throughout these words related to witchcraft: CONTROL.
​God does not control people! God does not want people trying to control people! God did not create us as robots and He does not want our freedom of choice taken from us. This is why God hates witchcraft!
​God wanted a family. He made mankind in His image and likeness. We are like Him. God gave us free will. He wanted us to choose to love Him. He did not want to force us to love Him. He gave Adam and Eve the choice to eat the fruit from the tree in the garden of Eden. There are consequences for our choices, however. Parents understand that if their child chooses to misbehave, their child must suffer the consequences of their discipline. The Bible says in Deuteronomy 30:19 - Choose life! God even protects our right to go to hell if we choose not to accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. You can choose any religion you want and you can choose to hate God. That is the nature of our free will. Witchcraft wishes to take away those freedoms for the selfish purposes of man.
​Demons wish to control people to carry out their evil plans but the Holy Spirit does not control, push, and force people to do the will of God. Even when we pray for the salvation of others, we are instructed to bind the mind-blinding spirit that would keep them from receiving Jesus, to open their eyes to the revelation of Jesus, and to send laborers across their paths to lead them to Christ. If God does not control us then we have no right to do it to others. Please understand the difference. God is love but God does not tolerate that type of behavior for too long. This too is an act of a loving God. There are consequences to suffer for going against God's will. Make sure you are not trying to manipulate, dominate, and intimidate people. Make sure you are not trying to force your will and your agenda on others' lives. Make sure you are not trying to use your anger, or your tears, or threats, or violence to make people do what you want. All of those are forms of manipulation that do not please God. Read the story of Jezebel to see how God had to deal with her for trying to kill His prophets and continue to practice her witchcraft, (See 1 Kings 16:29 - 2 Kings 9:37). God is a God of justice.
Soulish Witchcraft Prayers - These are the type of prayers some people pray for you to do their bidding or for you to fail in certain areas of your life. They are not of God! Some women pray, "Lord, make him marry ME!" Some women are even praying for a man's wife to die so she can have him. We have to use wisdom and understand the will of God and not override man's will. Please be mindful of the fact that God wants people blessed and not cursed. He is a just God. He wants people free. You do not have to manipulate people and circumstances. You do not have to force your will on others. Some people do all kinds of weird things to try to control others. They may feel out of control or been wounded and hurt in the past, so they become very controlling. God does not want us practicing or succumbing to witchcraft, which is a work of the flesh (Galatians 5:19-21). Let us pray.
Prayer To Come Against Witchcraft
​Father God, Thank You for being a loving and gracious Father. We repent for every time we have tried to control the will of others. We renounce and denounce the sin of witchcraft and we know longer practice ungodly works of the flesh. Lord, we choose life. We choose to do Your will. We choose to love others and not try to take away their God-given rights to choose. We declare that we are now free from the practice of all forms of witchcraft. We choose God's way and God's plan. We call upon You, Lord, for freedom from the enemy's design and plan for our lives! We bind any and all types of witchcraft that has come against us and we loose the power of God to free us from every curse. We cancel every hex, vex, spell, jinx, work of witchcraft, new age, law of attraction, root, hoodoo, voodoo, psychic mind control, sorcery, bewitchment, evil eye, black magic, charm, incantation, and enchantment sent against us. Devil, your works have been destroyed and we cancel all confusion. We plead the Blood of Jesus over our souls, over our wills, and over our minds. We think clearly and our judgment is not clouded. Thank You for Your anointing that removes every burden and destroys every yoke. We have been delivered and completely set free! In the mighty and matchless Name of Jesus, Amen!

​Ephesians 5:11 - And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them.


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​** To understand God's way of doing things, you must understand God's will and His will is contained in the Word of God, the Bible. Please begin to read your Bible. The Book of St. John is a good place to start. We're here to help. Feel free to contact this ministry if you have questions or need prayer.

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