The Witch At En-dor
In 1 Samuel 27, we learn David fled Saul, and David and his men went to live with the Philistines.
It is during this time that the Philistines decide to amass an army against Israel.
Because the Lord had cut off communication with Saul, Saul was unable to get advice about how to fight this opposing army. That is when Saul decided it best to consult a medium.
God forbade communicating the dead and other practices.
Even though Saul, himself, had banned mediums and the necromancers. Those are people who use witchcraft and sorcery. Saul goes to a witch and she brings to life the dead prophet, Samuel.
It is here that Saul learns his fate. 1 Samuel 28:18-19 (ESV) has part of the message Saul through the medium gives Saul.
“Because you did not obey the voice of the Lord and did not carry out his fierce wrath against Amalek, therefore the Lord has done this thing to you this day. Moreover, the Lord will give Israel also with you into the hand of the Philistines, and tomorrow you and your sons shall be with me. The Lord will give the army of Israel also into the hand of the Philistines.”
There are lessons here.
Do not be tempted to consult a fortune teller.
Leave the area if others ask you to play with a Ouija board.
If you have used a fortune teller or a Ouija board, ask God’s forgiveness and turn away from these practices. Trust God!
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