Seeking Angels: A Biblical Warning Against Angel Mediums

In recent years, there has been a growing fascination with angels, and unfortunately, some have sought to make contact with them through so-called “angel mediums.” These individuals claim to have the ability to communicate with angels, deliver messages, and even provide guidance for life’s struggles.

To those who have been drawn into this practice, we desire to address this issue with kindness and love. We understand that many who seek angelic guidance are doing so out of a sincere desire to connect with the spiritual realm, to find comfort, and to receive wisdom. However, as Christians, we must always examine such practices in the light of God’s Word. And when we do, we find that Scripture gives us clear warnings about seeking supernatural contact outside of God’s prescribed means.

God’s Design for Angelic Ministry

Angels are real. They are created beings who serve God and do His will (Psalm 103:20). Throughout the Bible, we see angels acting as messengers, protectors, and servants of the Lord. They appear to individuals at specific times for God’s purposes—whether to announce the birth of Christ (Luke 1:26-38), to protect God’s people (Psalm 91:11), or to bring judgment (Revelation 8:6-13). But at no point does Scripture instruct us to seek out angels or attempt to contact them. The role of angels is not to be spiritual guides at our beck and call but to serve God according to His will.

In Colossians 2:18, Paul warns against an unhealthy preoccupation with angels:

"Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind."

While angel worship is condemned, so is an undue fascination with them. Seeking direct contact with angels through a medium falls into this category of misplaced spiritual interest.

The Danger of Spiritual Deception

One of the greatest dangers in seeking angels through a medium is the potential for deception. The Bible tells us that Satan himself can appear as an "angel of light" (2 Corinthians 11:14). If the devil and his demons can masquerade as holy messengers, then how can we trust that an angel medium is truly speaking to a godly angel? The answer is, we cannot.

1 John 4:1 gives us a clear instruction:

"Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world."

Angel mediums operate outside of God’s revealed Word and rely on mystical experiences rather than biblical truth. This opens the door to demonic influence, leading people away from the gospel and into spiritual confusion.

Forbidden Practices

The Bible is clear that seeking supernatural contact apart from God’s ordained means is forbidden. In Deuteronomy 18:10-12, God explicitly warns against engaging with spirits through mediums or necromancers:

"There shall not be found among you any one that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, or that useth divination, or an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch, or a charmer, or a consulter with familiar spirits, or a wizard, or a necromancer. For all that do these things are an abomination unto the LORD."

While some might argue that they are only trying to reach holy angels and not the dead, the principle remains the same. Seeking spiritual insight through any means other than God’s Word and prayer is a dangerous path.

Christ Is Our Only Mediator

The greatest reason why Christians should reject angel mediums is that God has already provided us with the only Mediator we need—Jesus Christ. 1 Timothy 2:5 tells us:

"For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus."

We do not need angels to speak on our behalf, guide our lives, or give us special messages. God has already spoken to us through His Word (Hebrews 1:1-2), and He has given us the Holy Spirit to lead us into all truth (John 16:13).

If you are a Christian who has been involved with angel mediums, we urge you to turn back to Christ and His Word. God loves you, and His truth is sufficient to guide you. Seek Him in prayer, study the Scriptures, and rest in the knowledge that He alone is our source of wisdom, comfort, and strength.

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Wicca & Modern Paganism: A Biblical Warning

How Should Christians View Reports of UFOs

Pastor Robert Hammond. June 2021 (Updated December 27, 2024)

A disclaimer: My desire is to be obedient to avoid “foolish questions” (Titus 3:9) and “profane and vain babblings” (1Ti 6:20).  That said, it is wise to be prepared to give biblical answers to legitimate questions regarding this topic. 

Background:  In December 2024, residents of New Jersey and other states reported seeing large number of drones or drone-like craft in the night sky. Three years earlier, in June 2021, the Pentagon released a report regarding more than 100 sightings of so-called “unexplained aerial phenomena.” Earlier that year, several related videos were published by major media outlets.  Government officials reportedly verified the authenticity of some of these videos.

What Are Some Possible Explanations for Unexplained Aerial Phenomena (aka UFOs)?

1. Natural phenomena.  Some of the observations may be explained by natural atmospheric phenomena.  Certain observations might be explained by so-called parallax — the optical effect whereby the size, position or speed of an object appears to differ when viewed from different positions, e.g. through the viewfinder and the lens of a camera.

2. Undisclosed domestic or foreign military technology. Certain observations might be explained by undisclosed foreign or domestic technology — including rapidly-developing drone technology. However, a number of military and governmental officials have suggested that the apparent capabilities of the vehicles recorded in some videos are inconsistent with any known technology. In a May 2021 CNN interview, Sean Cahil, a retired US Navy Chief Master-at-Arms stated that it would likely require “between 100 and 1,000 years” for known U.S. technology to achieve the performance characteristics observed in some of the more extraordinary videos. 

3. Foreign or domestic activity designed to deceive adversaries. It is possible that a government desires to create the illusion of possessing technology that is superior to its adversaries. This effort might be deployed as a strategy to deter an attack.

4. Extraterrestrial Technology.  Some have argued that the recent videos serve as evidence of alien life. It is true that the Bible does not explicitly rule-out the possibility of life existing elsewhere in God’s creation. However, a variety of biblical revelations arguably render alien life extremely unlikely. For example, the Genesis account of creation gives special priority to the earth — as having been created first — and arguably placed at the center of God’s creation.  Further, we must note that God has not explicitly revealed the existence of extraterrestrial life in the Bible.

5. Demonic Activity.  Demons have a demonstrable interest in mocking the LORD, his nature and his program of future events. Given Satan’s clear interest in mocking the nature of God and various aspects of his echatalogical program, we would not be surprised to observe demonic activity aimed at mocking the rapture by creating an illusion of alien spacecraft (which would provide a basis for the future claim of mass alien abduction). 

And so it is biblically plausible that at least some of the unexplained aerial phenomena are, in fact, visible manifestations of demonic activity, i.e. demons may be working to create the illusion of highly-capable aircraft that are operated by extraterrestrial beings.  In the view of some theologians, these craft are real only in the sense that demons are working supernaturally to create the illusion that aliens and alien spacecraft are real. It is conceivable that the LORD may allow this as a component of the “strong delusion” that he will send upon those who reject Christ (2 Thes. 2:11).

Additional biblical observations that are consistent with the theory that some UFO sightings may be demonic in nature:

1. If Ephesians 2:2 may be understood literally, the LORD is currently permitting demons to act with a degree of power in the atmosphere:

   1. Eph 2:2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience:

2. Satan has an interest in deceiving the “whole world.”

   1. Re 12:9 And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him.

3. The theory of demonic activity is consistent with the demonic deceit, “signs and lying wonder” and “strong delusion” that is prophesied to occur in the future Tribulation Period:

   1. Mt 24:24 For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect.

   2. 2Th 2:9 (Regarding the Antichrist) Even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders, 10 And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. 11 And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie: 

   3. Broad belief in aliens and alien spacecraft would provide the antichrist with an explanation for the rapture, i.e. the mass disappearance of believers might be explained as a mass abduction by aliens.  This would also serve a demonic interest in mocking the rapture - at which time we will “meet the Lord in the air” rather than aliens or demons!

How should Christians respond to this topic?

1. Bear in mind that we may not fully-understand this topic until we are home with the LORD;

2. Remember that there’s no revelation regarding UFOs or alien life that will change the truth of Scripture. Our God is the “LORD God of Truth” (Psalm 31:5). And his “truth endureth to all generations” (Psalm 100:5).

3. Remember that we are in a spiritual battle with an enemy who desires to deceive and to distract:

   • (Ephesians 6:12) For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 

   • (1 Peter 5:8) Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 9 Whom resist stedfast in the faith...

4. Refuse to be distracted. Rather than allowing distractions to occupy our minds, choose to remain focused on the truth that is revealed in Scripture.  So-called UFOs may be a conspiracy of governmental, demonic or other origin. Or they may be explained by a natural phenomena that is terrestrial in nature.  As in the case of other possible conspiracies, we won’t likely know the truth until we are home with the LORD!

5. Refuse to devote inordinate time to this topic.  We are called to avoid “profane and vain babblings” (1Ti 6:20).  And we are called to give Christ the preeminence (Col 1:18).

6. Refuse to allow this issue to cause strife between believers

   • (Proverbs 17:14) The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with. 

   • (Proverbs 26:17) He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.

7. Remain focused on our God-given ministry and carrying-out the Great Commission. There’s little doubt that Satan desires to distract us from Christ, our ministry and the Great Commission.

8. Pray that the current attention to this topic will not discourage lost people from hearing the gospel. 

9. Continue to walk in close fellowship with Christ and with faithful believers.

10. Remain faithful to your local church - which is the Lord’s “pillar and ground of truth” (1 Tim. 3:15; Heb. 10:25).

What about Wicca?

Pastor Hammond

Wicca is a religion that involves a variety of ancient practices.  While there's considerable variation in how wicca is practiced,  we should understand a few common themes:

(1) Wicca teaches the veneration of nature. This is based on a profoundly unbiblical PANTHEISM, i.e. the idea that a (typically feminine) "divine" is present in all things. This is much more than teaching respect for nature; it's teaching that nature is God. This is entirely contrary to the Bible;

(2) Wicca's so-called "Charge of the Goddess" teaches a POLYTHEISTIC worship of various goddesses. Again, this is profoundly contrary to the Bible, e.g. Exodus 20:3 "Thou shalt have no other gods before me);

(3) The so-called Wiccan Rede teaches people to do whatever they like (so long as it hurts no one) - representing a rejection of the full cannon of Scripture - and it's numerous imperatives;

(4) Not uncommonly, Wiccans teach the use of magick -- a practice that is wholly reliant upon a very real demonic realm for it's very real results. I have known people who have been converted to Christianity after having spent considerable time practicing Wicca. They generally conclude that Wicca is ultimately about Satan - even if that is not taught overtly.  Importantly, I have personal experience with people who testify that THE VENERATION OF SATAN IS SOMETIMES TAUGHT OVERTLY (albeit not to new adherents!).

The Lord Jesus Christ died on the cross at calvary for all sinners - including the practicing wiccan.  A person who is caught-up in wicca may repent of their sin just like any other sinner.  

How may a wiccan know that his or her sins are forgiven?

1.  Understand and acknowledge that we are all sinners.  In Romans 3:23, the Bible says that "all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God."  God's perfect holiness and justice requires that a penalty be paid for sin.  In fact, in Romans 6:23, the Bibles teaches that "the wages of sin is death."

2.  Acknowledge that Jesus Christ - the son of God - died on the cross and paid for all our sins.  The good news is that the son of God, the Lord Jesus Christ, paid that penalty for us by shedding His blood and dying upon the cross in our place.  Jesus Christ was the perfect sacrifice that satisfied God’s demand for justice against our sins. Because Jesus did that for us, eternal life is offered to us as a free gift.  God paid the price for our sin Himself! 

3.  Understand that simply choosing to be a better person will not save you.  The bible states, " For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast," (Ephesians 2:8-9).  No one can be saved through their own good works!

3.  Understand that repentance and faith are required for salvation.  According to the Bible, it is only through repentance and faith in Christ that our sins are forgiven.  Romans 6:23 says, "the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord."  If you will repent and receive Christ as your savior, the Bible says that you can know for certain that you have eternal life (1 John 5:13).

To repent is simply to make a conscious decision to turn away from sin and to turn toward Christ.   Repentence involves a change of mind that produces a change in action.   Repentance normally involves sorrow over our past sins - especially when we realize that Christ died on the cross in our place.   The Bible say, "...there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth."  (Luke 15:10)

4. Understand that Bible says that "...Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." (Romans 10:13) "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." (John 3:16). The word believe in John 3:16 means to place your trust in Christ. If you will place your trust in Jesus Christ as the one who paid for your sins on the cross of Calvary, and in nothing else, God promises you both forgiveness of sin and eternal life. 

In 1 John 1:9, the Bible says, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."  "All unrighteousness" includes the sin of practicing wicca!

In 1 John 5:13, John writes, "These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life..."  If you will repent - confessing your sinfulnes - and trust in Christ alone for forgiveness, you can KNOW that you have eternal life!

Learn more.  If you'd like to know about the forgiveness of sin that is possible in Jesus Christ, please contact Pastor Robert Hammond at Long Hill Baptist Church, 100 Middlebrooks Ave., Trumbull, CT (203) 268-5104.

It is Biblical for Christians to Undergo Hypnosis?

Pastor Hammond

In 2010, the Connecticut Post published an article by Steve Slon, titled “Hypnosis:  Myths and truths.”  In this article, Slon argues that popular misconceptions of hypnosis in the media have clouded the potential value of hypnosis in the treatment of various medical problems including:  obesity, nicotine addiction, uncontrolled pain and ADHD. 

Slon explains that hypnosis involves placing a person into a “hypnotic trance” where “the mind drifts freely.”  He referenced the teaching of Milton Erickson, the so-called father of modern hypnosis. According to Slon, Erickson held that “our subconscious minds are most open to learning when in a trace state.” Erickson held that trance states are “the best condition for making positive changes in behavior.”

The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis defines hypnosis as “a state of inner absorption, concentration and focused attention ..."  They argue that "because hypnosis allows people to use more of their potential, learning self-hypnosis is the ultimate act of self-control," (asch.net, accessed November 10, 2010). 

Why Shouldn't Christians Undergo Hypnosis?

1.  Believers are called to be mentally alert and on guard against potentially improper influences.  Dr. David Cloud notes that “the Bible exhorts the believer to be sober (1 Peter 5:8). To be sober means to be in control of one’s mind, to be spiritually and mentally alert. It means to be on guard against danger. It is the opposite of allowing oneself to be put into a trance. The Bible warns that demons transform themselves into angels of light (2 Cor. 11:13-15). Unless the believer remains sober and vigilant, he is in danger of being deceived. Thus, even a “mild” level of hypnotism can be spiritually dangerous” (WayofLife.org, accessed November 10, 2010).   Christians must understand that Biblical forms of meditation and prayer never involve relinquishing control of one’s mind to anyone or anything other than the LORD!     

2.  Believers are called to be yielded to the Holy Spirit rather than to self.  In Ephesians 5:18, Paul wrote, "...be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit." Paul was urging the believers at Ephesus to be controlled by the Holy Spirit.  In this verse, we see clearly that to be yielded to the Spirit is to be filled with the Spirit.  

3.  Believers are called to recognize that the Lord is the one who produces positive change in our lives.    Hypnotist Frayda Kafka argues that, in hypnosis, “the change always comes from the individual.”    However, in 2 Corinthians 5:17, Paul teaches that “if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.”  It is Christ who produces positive change in our lives, not our own efforts.  When we place our faith in Christ, we become “…partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world…” (2 Peter 1:4) and we are “conformed to the image of his Son,” (Romans 8:29).  The Bible is clear that none of this is accomplished through our own strength - or through trance states!

 4.  Hypnotic trances can produce occult phenomena.  In his 2008 article on this topic, David Cloud noted that “the danger of hypnotism is evident from the fact that it can produce a wide variety of occult phenomena, including past life experiences, multiple personalities, speaking in unknown languages, automatic writing, clairvoyance, telepathy, seizures, spirit possession, astral projection, and psychic diagnosis,” (Encyclopedia of New Age Beliefs).   Christians are called to refrain from any association with the occult.

5. The end doesn’t justify the means. The observation that hypnosis sometimes appears to be effective does not justify willful disobedience to the LORD.   “Many support hypnotic therapy because ‘it works,’ but just because something works does not mean it is right,” observes Dr. David Cloud.  “There are innate powers within man that can be manipulated and there are satanic powers. The magicians in Egypt were able to perform amazing feats and could even duplicate some of the divine miracles,” (Exodus 7:10-12, 19-22; 8:5-7). 

Summary

Christians should refrain from involvement in the hypnosis and other forms of contemplative mysticism.  Instead, we should (1) recognize that we have been made new creatures in Christ; (2) yield to the Holy Spirit to produce positive change in our lives; and (3) pray for the Lord’s strength to overcome unhealthy habits.

For more information:

• David Cloud articles regarding Contemplative Mysticism.  view