What is Satanism?
When we hear the word satanism we may form a frightening, even hideous image in our minds of dark occult and bloody sacrifice-based rituals. It is something to stay away from, but not for the reasons you may think!
VIDEO: CQ Kids – Is Halloween a Christian Holiday?
Not really. It is believed that Halloween came from an ancient Pagan festival called “Samhain.” Paganism is a type of religion that worships nature. However, the Bible says we should worship God, the Creator, and not the things He created. Learn more about this Pagan holiday by watching this short animated video for kids.
VIDEO: CQ Kids: Why Should We Avoid Fortune Telling, Witchcraft and Ouija boards?
The Bible warns us to stay away from witchcraft, fortune tellers, and anything associated with such things, like ouija boards, tarot cards, and horoscopes. These are known as “occult” practices, and they are evil in the sight of God. For more, watch this short animated video for kids.
VIDEO: Moments that Matter – Can Zombies Possibly Be Real?
The Bible does explain much – not specifically about zombies, but about whether or not “the undead” can even exist at all. What does the Bible say about zombies, the undead, ghosts and disembodied spirits? Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more on this spooky subject.
VIDEO: CQ Kids – What Happens When We Die?
When someone dies, it’s as if they have gone to sleep. Do you remember last night when you were asleep? Probably not! Death is like sleep; you don’t feel or know anything. So, what happens with a person's "soul" and what IS a soul? Watch this short animated video for more!
Should We Be Worried About Witchcraft?
So, if you are a little kid it’s time for the excitement of “trick or treat” – costumes and candy. If you are older it’s time for parties, horror movies that look and feel so real they make your skin crawl, the undead, dark spells and generally unfettered behavior. Yup, we are talking about Halloween and all of the trimmings that come with it. Here is the thing – no matter what age you are, when Halloween comes it is also time for a strong and convincing dose of witchcraft. That’s right – no matter what age you are, witchcraft is not only entirely mainstream, it is enticingly mainstream and very much within reach. So, is this something to be worried about? Are we dealing with some big, dark and deceiving practice or is it all just harmless home-brewed storytelling?
Can Souls “Cross Over” on Halloween?
Is there a place or state of being between death and life, allowing dead souls to cross over, back to the land of the living?