Astrology and Horoscopes

by John Shepard

January, 2006

Astrology is popular in our modern society. Newspapers print your daily horoscope, and people ask what sign you are. But what does the Christian faith and the Bible teach about astrology?

Astrology

Astrology doesn't work

It is based on false principles. It might seem to work, but it doesn't withstand rigorous scientific investigation. The earth seems to be flat and the sun seems to go around the earth, but both are false.
The Bible condemns it. If God says in His revealed Word that it is to be avoided, then it can't possibly be beneficial. Just as Adam and Eve did not benefit by eating from the forbidden tree.

Astrology is sorcery

Astrology and sorcery are forbidden by the Bible.
It is a religious system which originated from satan.

Astrology has no power to save us from our sins

It offers a false hope of salvation through the demonic and occult powers of divination.
Many people who put their trust in astrology and horoscopes will end up eternally separated from God in hell because they did not put their faith in Jesus, the only one who can save us from our sins.

Faithful Christians should stay away from astrology and horoscopes

Christians shouldn't read the daily horoscope in newspapers or magazines because it is against the teachings of the Church and the Bible.
Christians shouldn't talk about what sign they are with Christians or non-Christians because it will make people think that astrology is OK and that biblical truth isn't important.

False teachings of astrology

That the position of the planets and stars at the instant you are born determines your personality and even your spiritual disposition.
That everything that happens in your life is caused by the position of the planets and stars.
That God is not in control of what happens on earth -- it is predestined by the position of the planets and stars.

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Conclusion

The Bible condemns astrology. Those who accept the Bible as the revealed Word of God must, therefore, stay away from astrology and horoscopes.

For more, please continue to Part Two.

Overview	A brief overview of astrology and horoscopes.
False Assumptions of Astrology	Unfortunately, many don't consider the philosophical foundations of Astrology.
Christians should avoid Astrology	The reasons.
Astrology is Unchristian	Quotes from the Bible and the Church.
Astrology is Ineffective	Quotes from the Bible.
Discussion Topics	Questions to ask in a Christian small group study.
Scientific Analysis	If Astrology is true, how does it work? Unfortunately, most people involved with Astrology never ask this question.
Spiritual Analysis	The spiritual implications in believing in Astrology.
Signs in the Heavens	Some people interpret Biblical passages about "signs in the Heavens" to support the idea that God created the signs of the zodiac to tell the gospel message.
Why Does Astrology Seem to Work?	Supporters of Astrology insist that Astrology works. But does it really work?
Links	Other articles of interest.

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