Paranormal Activity - demons are fallen angels under the control of Satan, and they roam the earth looking to destroy God’s children. They are cunning and wise and keenly aware of our weaknesses and our propensity to desire that which will satisfy our fleshly desires. Worst of all, they can masquerade as “angels of light” or as “servants of righteousness.” Many people are no doubt intrigued by tales of ghosts and hauntings. If there is genuine evil spiritual activity occurring, it would have to be the work of demons. We should use it as a solid reminder of the spiritual battle that is the Christian life and the one against whom we struggle

How should a Christian respond to evidence of paranormal activity?

The word paranormal can be defined as “the occurrence, or perception of, an event without scientific explanation, or other purportedly supernatural phenomena.” 

Paranormal activity is an encompassing term that includes not only ghosts and hauntings and demonic activity, but also other unexplainable phenomena such as unidentified flying objects (UFOs) and extrasensory perception (ESP), to name just a few. 

With the proliferation of movies and television shows that in one way or another sensationalize paranormal activity, it is clear that many are indeed fascinated with this realm. 

In fact, a 2007 low-budget movie titled Paranormal Activity went on to become one of the most profitable movies of all time. 

How, then, should Christians respond when we read about supposed hauntings and other paranormal occurrences?

A common misconception is that disembodied spirits can remain on earth or perhaps come back to “haunt” or otherwise interact with us. 

However, nothing in the Bible supports this belief.

Rather, “man is destined to die once, and after that to face judgment” - (Hebrews 9:27). 

But the Bible does make it clear that there are spirit beings — angels and demons — that operate in the heavenly realm. 

The angels serve God. 

They are ministering spirits who are sent by God “to serve those who will inherit salvation” - (Hebrews 1:14). 

Demons, on the other hand, are fallen angels under the control of Satan, and they roam the earth looking to destroy God’s children (1 Peter 5:8). 

They are cunning and wise and keenly aware of our weaknesses and our propensity to desire that which will satisfy our fleshly desires. 

Worst of all, they can masquerade as “angels of light” or as “servants of righteousness” (2 Corinthians 11:14–15). 

Regarding the immensity of Satan’s earthly “operation,” the apostle John reminds us that the “whole world” is under his control (1 John 5:19).

Now, some of the paranormal activity we read about today could very well be hoaxes perpetuated on a public that is all too eager to believe. 

In some cases, well-meaning people could be innocently mistaken as to what they think they might have seen or experienced. 

There is probably a logical explanation for much of what gets passed off as “paranormal activity.”

However, if there is genuine evil spiritual activity occurring, it would have to be the work of demons.

Either way, however, when Christians read or hear of such activity, we should not be intrigued by it or drawn to it; rather, we should use it as a solid reminder of the spiritual battle that is the Christian life and the one against whom we struggle. 

“Our struggle is not against flesh and blood,” but, it is against the “powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms” - (Ephesians 6:12, emphasis added).

Many people are no doubt intrigued by tales of ghosts and hauntings. 

Yet, if getting angry can give the devil a “foothold” into our lives (Ephesians 4:27), how much more so would a fascination with the “dark forces” of this world that he controls? 

Jesus Christ came to earth to destroy the devil’s work (1 John 3:8), and it took His death to accomplish it.

Our response to paranormal activity, at least as it pertains to any sort of demonic activity, is to be reminded of the evil that ultimately led to our Savior’s great sacrifice. 

Beyond that, Christians should avoid any and all contact with the paranormal.

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What does the Bible say about a sixth sense / third eye?

The movie entitled The Sixth Sense stirred up a renewed interest in the ability to see "dead people," and/or communicate with the spirit world.

Television shows titled Medium and Ghost Whisperer continue the trend.

Is it truly possible to see the spirits of dead people? 

Is there such a thing as a "sixth sense" or "third eye"?

A sixth sense can also be described as ESP, or extra-sensory perception. 

Extra-sensory perception is the means by which we acquire information through any sense other than the five basic senses (sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing) or other well-documented scientific physiological senses. 

Depending on one’s culture and beliefs, a sixth sense can be attributed to anything from the spiritual to the technological.

Parapsychology addresses certain types of ESP — such as those possessed by psychics and mediums — including clairvoyance, telekinesis, and communication with the dead. 

The Bible makes it clear that these types of experiences should be avoided. 

We should not exercise any sort of spiritual abilities outside the realm of what the Bible deems acceptable, nor should we consult with anyone who does so.

If such a thing as a sixth sense or third eye truly exists, it is not of God. 

Those who claim to practice such abilities are either deceivers, self-deceived, and/or under the power of demonic forces. 

Leviticus 19:31 says, "Do not rely on mediums and psychics, for you will be defiled by them. I, the Lord, am your God." 

Consulting spiritists is foolish and angers the Lord (2 Chronicles 33:6). 

Acting as a medium or psychic was punishable by death in the Old Testament (Leviticus 20:27).

The Bible tells us that the Holy Spirit of God has been given to each of us who has received salvation through faith in Christ (Romans 8:9-11). 

This Spirit will be our guide and teacher of all truth (John 16:13). 

For Christians, all spiritual leading and communication should come from God, through prayer and revelation from His Word. 

The only “sixth sense" we need is the Holy Spirit; everything else is counterfeit. 

But if we allow the Spirit to fill and control us (Ephesians 5:18), we will not be led astray by deceiving spirits.

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What does the Bible say about premonitions?

A premonition is a “gut feeling” that something is about to happen, usually something negative or even dangerous.

This feeling presents itself with no connection to rational thinking — in other words, there is no reasonable basis for a premonition. 

A premonition can range from a nebulous feeling that “something is wrong” to an intense, persistent impression that someone is going to die.

Premonitions are not to be confused with divinations, which are purposeful acts of foretelling the future.

Since divination seeks to interpret omens and draws on supernatural power, it is strictly warned against in the Bible (see Deuteronomy 18:10–13; Leviticus 20:27). 

Premonitions, on the other hand, are simply feelings that come unbidden and may or may not have any basis in reality.

Premonitions are also different from prophecy.

Prophecy was the way in which God revealed His will in Old Testament and apostolic times. 

God at times spoke to specially chosen men, or prophets, giving them divine, authoritative messages to share with other people. 

Unlike premonitions, prophecy was a specific message for a specific time. 

When Zechariah met the angel in the temple, the angel gave him a prophecy of the birth of John (Luke 1:8–17). 

Zechariah did not have a “premonition,” and he had no “precognitive” skills; he received a direct word from God.

Generally speaking, premonitions are associated with psychic abilities such as ESP and telepathy. 

Some people accept premonitions as a type of precognition that should be heeded, especially if the premonition is repeated or seems very “real.”

Some believe that premonitions are proof that an individual’s consciousness is “transcending” to a new level.

While the Bible does not explicitly address premonitions, there is still some guidance we can glean from Scripture. 

First, our wisdom is found in Christ (1 Corinthians 1:30), and so the child of God should have nothing to do with parapsychology and should not seek to “develop” an ability to have premonitions. 

Also, we must always be circumspect when it comes to our feelings. 

Feelings and emotions are subjective and susceptible to radical change. 

God’s Word instructs, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding” (Proverbs 3:5). 

Our feelings may deceive us, and only God’s Word is firm and unchanging.

What if a believer has a premonition? 

First, the believer should respond to the premonition for what it is — a feeling. 

Under no circumstances should the believer heed the world’s suggestion that he might have “psychic powers.” 

If the feeling that “something is wrong” persists, then the believer should take it to the Lord in prayer. 

Is this feeling the prompting of the Holy Spirit to make a change? 

Or is this feeling a temptation of the enemy to fear?

We are to cast all our cares upon the Lord, for He cares for us (1 Peter 5:7). 

We are not to fear (2 Timothy 1:7). 

To know God’s will, we must study the Word, pray, and pursue a deep and personal relationship with the Lord of Love.

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