Could your favorite TV shows and music be hiding a dark and terrifying secret?
In today’s entertainment-driven world, it’s easy to forget the spiritual consequences of the media we consume. As believers, we must be discerning about what enters our homes and hearts. As Vlad Savchuk warns, certain content can open doors to demonic influence, leading to spiritual oppression and distance us far away from God. Here’s a breakdown of his powerful message on protecting our minds and spirits from harmful media.
1. The Hidden Dangers of Occult Media
Savchuk begins with a bold statement: “If you hear this on your TV, turn it off. Or if you hear it on your computer or a phone device, turn it off, because this can open a door to demons.” He warns that shows or movies glorifying witchcraft, sorcery, spells, séances and other occult practices are not harmless. “What the Bible calls abomination, the world calls entertainment.” Watching these kinds of shows, even if we aren’t directly involved in witchcraft, can still open doors to spiritual oppression. “Still, that is a potential open door to demonic spirits. So turn these off.”
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2. Music and Shows That Celebrate Sin
It’s not just movies and TV shows that pose a threat—Savchuk emphasizes that music and media that glorify sin, rebellion, and immorality can have a significant impact. “What entertains you will eventually shape you,” he states. “Do not love the world or the things in this world” (1 John 2:15). He specifically warns against media that “glorify drugs, immorality, violence and perversion,” and emphasizes the importance of avoiding content that mocks God and biblical purity.
3. New Age and Self-Godhood Teachings
New Age teachings, which contradict biblical truth, are another source of spiritual danger. “The New Age movement has repackaged Satanism,” Savchuk explains. Phrases like “Speak into existence” or “The universe will bless you” directly contradict God’s Word: “You shall have no other gods before Me” (Exod. 20:3).
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He encourages believers to be cautious of content promoting self-exaltation or practices like yoga and astral projection, which align with the spirit of the New Age movement.
4. Avoiding the Fear of Horror and Violence
“Horror movies are based on real demonic manifestations,” Savchuk warns, highlighting the spiritual dangers of films that glorify fear, demons, and violence. “What you watch enters your spirit,” he explains, “and many people experience nightmares, demonic attacks, and fear after consuming horror content.”
Instead, believers are called to embrace “the fear of the Lord,” a healthy reverence for God, not the fear promoted in media.
5. Guarding Against False Teachings
Not all Christian content is biblical. Savchuk calls out teachings that twist the Gospel for personal gain or manipulation. “If anyone preaches any other gospel to you than the one you have received, let him be accursed” (Gal. 1:9). He urges believers to be vigilant against false doctrines that reject repentance, salvation through Jesus, and the need for holiness.
6. Protect Your Heart from Moral Corruption
Finally, Savchuk addresses the normalization of sexual perversion and moral corruption in modern media. “If you see explicit sex scenes or shows pushing immorality as normal, turn it off,” he urges, quoting Scripture: “For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you should abstain from sexual immorality” (1 Thess. 4:3). Continuous exposure to such content can desensitize us, eventually leading to compromise in our walk with God.
7. The Power of Words
“Words, they carry power,” Savchuk says, cautioning believers against listening to profanity, vulgar language, and blasphemy. He reminds us that “constant exposure to profanity, vulgar language and blasphemy affects your spirit,” encouraging believers to protect their hearts by avoiding media that pollutes their souls.
Take Action Today
Savchuk calls believers to action: “Ask the Holy Spirit to convict you of unclean entertainment. Make a commitment to guard your eyes and your ears.” By doing so, we can replace harmful content with godly, edifying media and protect our hearts from demonic influence. Psalm 101:3 states, “I will set nothing wicked before my eyes,” a principle that can guide every believer in their media consumption.
By taking these steps, we protect not only our spirits but also our relationship with God, ensuring that our hearts remain pure and focused on His truth.
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Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
