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Our culture is saturated with the supernatural. TV shows such as Medium, Charmed, and Lost all have an "other-worldly" theme. Most of them blur the lines between good and evil. This past year was a "record" year for Hollywood in the production of films that dealt with the supernatural/paranormal. While we choose our entertainment, our kids don't often have the luxury of choosing whether to be exposed to these things at school. This book seeks to present a lucid and comprehensive examination of the paranormal and occult by breaking down the principles of paranormal practices, giving key points about the practices so that parents can readily identify them. The book discusses the occult view of supernatural energy and of good and evil, and how these concepts are seen in some popular literature and movies. The book also explains the dangers and gives a biblical basis for concern. Christian parents need to be equipped to discuss these matters with their children!
Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: David C. Cook; New edition (July 21, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0781443601
ISBN-13: 978-0781443609
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.4 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
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As a child and family counselor, I found this book to be very helpful in discerning the influences that children and teens are exposed to on a regular basis. This book would help parents and those who work with youth to protect them in practical ways. The guidelines offered are realistic and can be sensibly implemented. This is a fantastic easy read and I would highly recommend it.
Author Marcia Montenegro, former professional astrologer, now believer in Jesus Christ, wrote this book to "inform parents about the basics of the paranormal" but more importantly, to warn us of the real danger of the now widespread, near common place, occurrence of all things occultic. We have now become desensitized "to the bizarre, to violence, and to evil. This desensitization gradually increases, but often in ways so subtle, the person is unaware of it. It is as if invisible calluses develop on the person's spirit, mind, and emotions. This effect may only be noticeable to others after a period of time." This chapter "Calluses on the Soul" alone is worth the price of the book.
I enjoyed this book, and see it as a good introduction to the occult for average parents who may be concerned about the spiritual health of their children in today's society. I also really appreciate the way Ms. Montenegro distinguishes between fantasy and occult in fictional stories. She leaves parents the option of nurturing a child's imagination, while at the same time equipping them to recognize occult like influences.
This book is written by someone, Marcia, who was involved with the paranormal / astrology and has gained insight into dark areas of Satans relm. She has come to embrace Christianity by knowing Jesus as her savior and therefore she wrote this book to inform and guide parents about the paranormal, occult, etc. There are questions at the end of each chapter for parent to discuss with thier children. Possible goals of this book is to inform parents of the paranormal, occult, etc. and to keep children from being sucked into the evils of it all which leads to distruction.
I have read this book...granted, it's been a while. While most of the information is accurate, please be warned and be careful about placing any faith in the words of this author. Miss Montenegro gives mixed information about the world of the occult....its confusing, at best. She rightly points out that parents need to be engaged in the choices made for their children's entertainment. And she's right about the fact that our children, and ALL of us, have an enemy, who is attempting to seduce ALL to his side. However, she's offered conflicting reports of what is safe for children and what is not. She has since given GLOWING reports of movies like The Hunger Games, making the comment that "There are no occult or New Age themes in this film." Which is totally untrue. Miss Montenegro makes this claim simply because the heroes are "not supernatural." She has also recently admitted to currently owning a Ouija Board, which, she says, is just a "thing". So be sure to be prayerful and discerning when accepting the advice given in this book. Keep in mind that the author is still being strongly influenced by Buddhism and astrology!I give it only one star because there are MUCH more qualified authors with a much more Scriptural approach than Miss Montenegro. You can do BETTER!!!
This well written and engaging book does a great job of laying out the many new age forces that can influence the un-wary Christian and his/her kids. It not only catalogs the influences, but gives good practical advice on how to counter-act these influences and help raise children in a world environment not always in tune with Christ.I highly suggest this book be purchased by parents and those without children alike, as it provides real insight into a set of world views that are influencing all cultures today. It is very readable, and uses Scripture accurately. Cannot recommend "Spellbound" any more highly.
Very interesting and informative book. It is really scary, all the ways our kids are bombarded by these unBiblical ideas. It is a battle for our childrens' minds.
SpellboundThis is an excellent book for helping parents understand the incredible power of the supernatural. This book will help Christian parents who have long feared the subject have more confidence and be more informed as to the real threat that the occult has for todays family values.
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