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We are in agreement as to the last part (quoted).
BUT with that said, I use the Holy Spirit and the authority Jesus gave to us through His Blood to keep me safe, to remove evil spirit from an area or around me. "Rebuke the devil and he will flee from you." The ONE thing I have found that the devil and his minions CAN NOT stick around to hear is claiming the power of the Blood of Jesus Christ.... out loud, with that authority.
Living the best life before God that I can, and trusting in Him so I stay in His will as much as possible for me, that is safety.
I am speaking about the physical life, to the soul (mind, will, emotions) and for the spiritual that is sealed by the Spirit from whence I accepted Christ's atonement for me.
I think it's important to consider that everything the devil has, new age or whatever, he perverted from God's creation.... whether that is misuse of the good things or twisting words.
What are you talking about? did you even read OP's post? He says that when he burns sage, sprinkles holy water, and PRAYS IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST, he feels better for a week. What about that sounds non-Christian to you?Again, considering that the OP seems not to be a Christian, I consider this advice dangerous.
I will never, ever, ever, open my mind to traditions. Jesus is my Savior, the Holy Spirit is my source.And who are you to tell me that? The OP could be doing much worse things than burning sage, lol. They even said they've rid themselves on all pornography, which is an admirable goal. Maybe you should put down the gavel and open your mind to traditions from around the world. If burning the sage to them is a thing of good intentions, who are you to tell them not to do it? There is no difference in burning sage and having a catholic rosary or crucifix SMH.
Edit: your reply is also very arrogant and rude, you have a very holier-than-thou approach, which is disgraceful.
What are you talking about? did you even read OP's post? He says that when he burns sage, sprinkles holy water, and PRAYS IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST, he feels better for a week. What about that sounds non-Christian to you?
That doesn't mean other people won't, or haven't. And they probably won't give up their traditions as easily as you simply expect them to. That doesn't mean they're wrong for keeping those traditions, especially if they're moving FORWARD to the lord, like the OP seems to be. It's no different that telling people a crucifix is bad.I will never, ever, ever, open my mind to traditions. Jesus is my Savior, the Holy Spirit is my source.
You too.My apologies. I thought "seeker" indicated that one was still curious about Christianity. Be blessed in Him!
In this thread, the OP says that he is "not affiliated with a religion." In his other thread (which I quoted earlier) he says that he's never read the Bible and never been to Church.
Given that the OP has never read the Bible and never been to church, it is disappointing that so few people on this thread are encouraging the OP to become a Christian.
The thing is ... the OP has identified themselves as Non Denom Christian, so we need to respect the house rules.Given that the OP has never read the Bible and never been to church, it is disappointing that so few people on this thread are encouraging the OP to become a Christian.
Holy water and even blessed salt are available at most Catholic churches. My church has a holy water dispenser close to the side door, and it's free. And a priest or deacon could come and bless your house too. What is far far far more effective is for you to go to confession. The evil one absolutely hates that, way more than blessed salt or holy water. You are vulnerable if you are not a regular practitioner of your faith. Saying a few prayers doesn't really cover that in any significant way. A deliberate act of faith, an act of love of God, and an act of hope in God would be the beginning. Then just steamroller on.Hi there, I didn't know where to post this, but this seems like the right spot. ^-^
As someone who is not affiliated with a religion when it comes to spiritual protection I have used various methods that are related to new age / paganism. I would sage my house. I would use protection crystals. I would say various prayers. I would even make my own Holy Water. As I understand it; this could be considered witchcraft and is seen as a sin. We are supposed to rely on God for protection and call upon him in Jesus’ name. Not a plant or crystals. Any time I would bless my house I would do so in the name of Jesus Christ. I would normally cleanse my home especially my bedroom every Sunday. It was basically my version of church.
Is there something wrong with this practice?
In an effort to please God and show that I am repenting and turning away from sin I removed all things of temptation, which includes things like pornography. I am making real changes in my life for no one else other than God. In an effort to 'make things right' I recently removed all of my protection crystals and stopped burning sage. The problem is the spirit or negative entity in this house goes on the attack when I do nothing. The longer I go without burning sage and clearing the energy the worse the negative activity becomes. I don't want to do anything that can be seen as sin in the eyes of the Lord, but I don't want to make myself vulnerable to attack from negative spirits. Whatever this thing is in my house it makes me physically sick. It stands at the foot of my bed. It shakes my bed. It messes around in both of my closets. It has been making me feel like I have something wrong with my heart the past few weeks. In fact, that's what the original owner of this house died from; heart problems / stroke. Everyone in this house is sick (rapid heart rates and high blood pressure). Every animal on this property both indoors and outdoors gets sick and dies. This has been going on for about 17 years now. These are exactly the kinds of things negative spirits are capable of causing.
All I know is that when I burn sage, use protection crystals, sprinkle Holy Water and say prayers in the name of Jesus Christ the air gets lighter and everything eases off for about a week.
Any advice or resources?
Hi there, I didn't know where to post this, but this seems like the right spot. ^-^
As someone who is not affiliated with a religion when it comes to spiritual protection I have used (past tense) various methods that are related to new age practices. I used to sage my house, I used protection crystals, I'd say various prayers and I would even make my own Holy Water. As I understand it; this could be considered witchcraft and is seen as a sin. We are supposed to rely on God for protection and call upon him in Jesus’ name. Not a plant or crystals. Any time I bless my house I do so in the name of Jesus Christ. I used to (past tense) cleanse my home especially my bedroom every Sunday. It was basically my version of church. See Matthew 6:5 - Matthew 6:6 to understand why I don't go to church.
Is there something wrong with this practice?
In an effort to please God and show that I am repenting and turning away from sin I removed all things of temptation, which includes things like pornography. I am making real changes in my life for God. In an effort to 'make things right' I recently removed all of my protection crystals and stopped burning sage. I STOPPED NEW AGE PRACTICES to transition to Christianity. I have already accepted Jesus as my Lord and savior and I've made very real and very big changes to my life. Quite literally nothing in my life is the same and this process has been taking place over the past four years.
The problem is the spirit or negative entity in this house goes on the attack when I do nothing. The longer I go without burning sage and clearing the energy the worse the negative activity becomes. I don't want to do anything that can be seen as sin in the eyes of the Lord, but I don't want to make myself vulnerable to attack from negative spirits. Whatever this thing is in my house it makes me physically sick. It stands at the foot of my bed. It shakes my bed. It messes around in both of my closets. It has been making me feel like I have something wrong with my heart the past few weeks. In fact, that's what the original owner of this house died from; heart problems / stroke. Everyone in this house is sick (rapid heart rates and high blood pressure). Every animal on this property both indoors and outdoors gets sick and dies. This has been going on for about 17 years now. These are exactly the kinds of things negative spirits are capable of causing.
All I know is that when I would (past tense) burn sage, use protection crystals, sprinkle Holy Water and say prayers in the name of Jesus Christ the air gets lighter and everything eases off for about a week. The fact that I had (past tense) to do it so often suggests this could be demonic in origin. I was just wondering what else exists within a Christian's arsenal? That's all...
The OP spoke of "spiritual protection". I would ask "protection from what?". In my humble opinion we need only to be protected from ourselves and that does not involve rituals or prayers.
Hi there, I didn't know where to post this, but this seems like the right spot. ^-^
As someone who is not affiliated with a religion when it comes to spiritual protection I have used (past tense) various methods that are related to new age practices. I used to sage my house, I used protection crystals, I'd say various prayers and I would even make my own Holy Water. As I understand it; this could be considered witchcraft and is seen as a sin. We are supposed to rely on God for protection and call upon him in Jesus’ name. Not a plant or crystals. Any time I bless my house I do so in the name of Jesus Christ. I used to (past tense) cleanse my home especially my bedroom every Sunday. It was basically my version of church. See Matthew 6:5 - Matthew 6:6 to understand why I don't go to church.
Is there something wrong with this practice?
In an effort to please God and show that I am repenting and turning away from sin I removed all things of temptation, which includes things like pornography. I am making real changes in my life for God. In an effort to 'make things right' I recently removed all of my protection crystals and stopped burning sage. I STOPPED NEW AGE PRACTICES to transition to Christianity. I have already accepted Jesus as my Lord and savior and I've made very real and very big changes to my life. Quite literally nothing in my life is the same and this process has been taking place over the past four years.
The problem is the spirit or negative entity in this house goes on the attack when I do nothing. The longer I go without burning sage and clearing the energy the worse the negative activity becomes. I don't want to do anything that can be seen as sin in the eyes of the Lord, but I don't want to make myself vulnerable to attack from negative spirits. Whatever this thing is in my house it makes me physically sick. It stands at the foot of my bed. It shakes my bed. It messes around in both of my closets. It has been making me feel like I have something wrong with my heart the past few weeks. In fact, that's what the original owner of this house died from; heart problems / stroke. Everyone in this house is sick (rapid heart rates and high blood pressure). Every animal on this property both indoors and outdoors gets sick and dies. This has been going on for about 17 years now. These are exactly the kinds of things negative spirits are capable of causing.
All I know is that when I would (past tense) burn sage, use protection crystals, sprinkle Holy Water and say prayers in the name of Jesus Christ the air gets lighter and everything eases off for about a week. The fact that I had (past tense) to do it so often suggests this could be demonic in origin. I was just wondering what else exists within a Christian's arsenal? That's all...
In an effort to please God and show that I am repenting and turning away from sin I removed all things of temptation, which includes things like pornography. I am making real changes in my life for God. In an effort to 'make things right' I recently removed all of my protection crystals and stopped burning sage. I STOPPED NEW AGE PRACTICES to transition to Christianity. I have already accepted Jesus as my Lord and savior and I've made very real and very big changes to my life. Quite literally nothing in my life is the same and this process has been taking place over the past four years.
The problem is the spirit or negative entity in this house goes on the attack when I do nothing. The longer I go without burning sage and clearing the energy the worse the negative activity becomes.
(Bold, italic and underline I added)In an effort to please God and show that I am repenting and turning away from sin I removed all things of temptation, which includes things like pornography. I am making real changes in my life for God. In an effort to 'make things right' I recently removed all of my protection crystals and stopped burning sage. I STOPPED NEW AGE PRACTICES to transition to Christianity. I have already accepted Jesus as my Lord and savior and I've made very real and very big changes to my life. Quite literally nothing in my life is the same and this process has been taking place over the past four years.
You are right of course. But the first question is: is the OP a Christian?
I don't believe that going to church or reading the bible is a requirement for salvation. Confessing with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believing in your heart that he was raised from the dead is. Romans 10:9 YES for growth at least reading the bible is necessary and going to church to be with people with like beliefs is of great value.Given that the OP has never read the Bible and never been to church, it is disappointing that so few people on this thread are encouraging the OP to become a Christian.
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