Why Do Some People Believe That Trees, Plants, And Animals Have Spirits?
Answer: Some people believe that trees, plants, and animals have spirits because they are confused.
Plants and animals don’t have spirits, but many false religions teach that they do. Only people have eternal souls.
At the same time, God does want us to respect the world he created.
God created all living things, including plants and animals.
The Bible says that all of nature groans under the weight of our sin.
And some of the psalms in the Bible say, as a figure of speech, that the trees of the fields will clap their hands in praise of God.
But plants and animals don’t have spirits.
And even more important to remember is that we are to worship only God, not anyone or anything else.
Key verse: Praise [God] for the growing fields. For they prove his greatness. Let the trees of the forest rustle with praise. (Psalm 96:12)
Related verses: Exodus 20:3-5; Isaiah 1:29; 55:12; 57:5-6; Hosea 4:13
Related questions: When my pet dies, does it go to heaven or hell? Is the New Age movement when people move to a new place? What is the New Age movement?
Why Do They Put Horoscopes In The Newspaper?
Answer: Newspapers print horoscopes because many people want to read them.
And people read horoscopes because they believe that major parts of life are controlled by outside forces beyond their control.
They look to the horoscopes for guidance.
Believers should not look to horoscopes for guidance.
Only God controls what happens, and only God knows the future.
If we need advice, we should do three things: (1) read the Bible, (2) talk to wise people (Proverbs 13:20), and (3) ask God for wisdom (James 1:5).
If you are worried about the future, the best thing to do is to pray and tell God about your worries, ask him to take care of you, and trust him to do it (Philippians 4:6).
Key verse: (God’s people] must not be serpent charmers, mediums, or wizards. They must never call forth the spirits of the dead. (Deuteronomy 18:11)
Related verses: Deuteronomy 18:10-13; 2 Kings 17:16-17; Psalm 147:4; Isaiah 34:4; Philippians 4:6; James 1:5; 1 Peter 5:7
Related questions: Why do some people try to trick other people by saying they can tell fortunes? Is ESP some kind of tax?
Note to parents: Horoscopes are closely related to occult practices. It’s better to turn to God for guidance, wisdom, and assurance for the future.
Why Are There Spooky Things Like Skeletons And Monsters?
Answer:Some people like to be frightened by funny skeletons and make-believe monsters.
And they like scaring others, especially at Halloween. But you don’t have to be afraid of ghosts and goblins because they aren’t real.
Besides, God is with you and will take care of you. Keep trusting in him to protect you.
Key verse: Be strong! Be brave! Do not be afraid of them! For the Lord your God will be with you.
He will neither fail you nor forsake you. (Deuteronomy 31:6)
Related verses: Matthew 28:20; Luke 12:4-5; John 16:33
Related questions: Are there such things as haunted houses? Are ghosts real?
If ghosts are real, are they the devil’s demons? Why are there monsters? Why is there Halloween?