JUJU, CHARMS CANNOT ALTER YOUR PROGRESS AND DESTINY
By Rev.Michael Benson Ajayi
Eccl 11:3 AMP bible” If the clouds are full of rain, they
empty themselves upon the earth; and if a tree falls toward the south or toward
the north, in the place where the tree falls, there it will lie.”
Superstitious is defined as: a belief or practice resulting from ignorance,
fear of the unknown, trust in magic or chance, or a false conception of
causation : it is an irrational abject attitude of mind toward the
supernatural, nature, it can also be described as a notion maintained despite evidence to the
contrary” (Merriam Webstar Dictionary ) Superstitious beliefs are the greatest hindrance to the
development of underdeveloped countries . They militate against scientific
discoveries and productive work ethics. Science is a gift from God to help us
appreciate and harness the potentials of the universe.
It is a gift of
the Holy Spirit described as the ‘word of knowledge’ (1Cor 12:8). The word
‘knowledge’ is the Greek word ‘gnosis’
which means scientific knowledge. This means Christians are supposed to be at
the forefront of scientific discoveries. Most physical problems for which
endless ‘deliverances’ are made can be easily solved scientifically. Through
science we now know ‘ogbanje’ is sickle
cell anemia.
Unfortunately,
many religious leaders promote superstitious theology above sound doctrine and their
followers have become superstitious in all things (Acts17:23). This kind of
teaching deprives followers from having a loving one-of-a-kind personal
relationship with Jesus Christ .They are grossly suspicious of every friendly
gesture . These preachers assume the position of go- between like the ancient
African voodoo priests who claimed to be God’s spokespersons. God wants to be
known by all without go-betweens because of the insincerity in man
(John14:6,21,23).
The most popular
of these superstitious theologies is that of the ‘planting of charms’ in
locations only known by the juju priest or ‘prophet’ who against Jesus' instructions(Isaiah45:13,Matt10:8) often
request to be paid before one can be 'delivered' . They claim 'juju' or charms'
can hinder a person’s progress .This is
contrary to the scriptures which says idols (jujus or charms) are worthless
(Hab.2:18-19,1Cor.10:19) The born again Christian is immune to demonic oppression (2Tim.1:7,Heb.2:14-15,Luke10:19).
The activities of these superstitious preachers leads to widespread hatred ,irresponsibility
and corruption in a society(Isaiah1:23-25).
According to
Eccl.11:3, an inanimate object such as that made of wood cannot hinder the blessings of a child of God. It is what it is,
like a fallen tree: DEAD. Job 5:6 puts it so directly” Job 5:6 “Although
affliction cometh not forth of the dust, neither doth trouble spring out of the
ground;” This means the failure of marriages , businesses, relationships,
finances etc. can’t be attributed to a charm buried somewhere or a voodoo
priest invocations Human misery is as a result of selfishness (Gal 6:7-9) therefore, we should make
conscious effort to be hospitable, just, fair and show benevolence on a daily
basis.
As you receive Jesus Christ as lord and savior and read this
now receive grace to terminate every evil appointment against you in Jesus
name.
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