Are Zombies, Vampires, Witches, Ghosts & UFOs Real?

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Is the “paranormal” real—or just a twisted version of the supernatural? In Week 4 of The Unseen Realm, Pastor Josh McPherson builds a simple, biblical grid to discern everything from zombies, vampires, witches, ghosts and UFOs to fortune telling and “haunted” spaces. Big Ideas God / not God: Creator vs. created—no third category. One reality, two realms: Seen and unseen under God’s rule. Only two sentient beings: Angels and humans (with fallen angels = demons). What God creates, Satan counterfeits: Zombies vs. resurrection, vampires vs. Christ’s blood, witches vs. God’s Word, “ghosts” vs. the Holy Spirit. Paranormal = demonic memes designed to deceive, distract, and detour you from Jesus. Key Questions Answered Can we talk to the dead? (Luke 16:19–31) Short answer: No. Can a house be haunted? (Luke 11:14–28) What to do if you suspect dark residue. What is fortune telling? (Acts 16:16–18) Why it’s demonic parlor tricks, not prophecy. What should Christians do after a paranormal encounter? Discern the spirits (1 John 4:1–3) Declare Christ’s victory (Col. 1:13; 2:15) Draw near to God (James 4:7–10) Scriptures 1 John 4:1–3; Luke 16:19–31; Luke 11:14–28; Acts 16:16–18; Colossians 1:13; Colossians 2:15; James 4:7–10; Genesis 3; Revelation 12 For Parents & Leaders Pastor Josh discusses the “reject / receive / redeem” framework and why some practices (like Halloween’s roots) may be poor candidates for “redemption.” Next Steps If you’re wrestling with fear, nightmares, or spiritual confusion: open God’s Word, play some worship music, pray in Jesus’ name, and invite a trusted believer to pray with you. Share this message with a friend who’s captivated by the paranormal—but hungry for truth. Follow for the rest of The Unseen Realm and the upcoming Art of War (spiritual warfare) series. Go to https://www.StrongerManNation.com/ for more resources! Follow Us Here: https://www.instagram.com/pastorjoshmcpherson?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://www.facebook.com/strongermannxn/ https://apps.apple.com/us/app/grace-city-church-mobile/id1002268406 https://open.spotify.com/show/0yqPpdpS8kU6fDNlQMIiMs?si=PVPJyT_HScakuzSy-Y5Fow #strongermannation #christianity