Halloween – is it a good thing or a bad thing to celebrate Halloween?
I’ve heard both sides of the argument!
I’ve listened to church ministers of the gospel who say we should celebrate it, because it is nothing to fear since we are Christians; putting on a Halloween celebration is good for the church to do as it shows how churches are still relevant for a modern world.
I’ve listened to church ministers of the gospel who say we should never celebrate it, because to do so is invite evil into our churches and into our lives.
So what do I think? What is the position of the BerryBunch.org Ministry – that reaches out to families all around the world?
Well, to be honest, we couldn’t do better than Canon J John, who wrote an article we also published – in full, with permission – on our own website. So, go read his article. It’s typically, superbly penned! But what’s my brief version of his written piece? It is simply this.
Philippians 4:8 (ESVUK)
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.
You cannot celebrate evil and darkness, while also thinking about the words of the verse above.
Perhaps you see it as just a bit of fun? In reality, you simply cannot do so if you believe in Jesus Christ.
You’re welcome to disagree with the conclusion of myself, or Canon J John (Philo Trust), or Gavin Calver (head of the Evangelical Alliance) – who also put out a similarly themed comment. But, just like putting your hands near a fire, further away is always safer, than as close as you can.
Just a thought…
Andy B
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