There is a reason that we are supposed to focus on the things that are good, noble, holy and pure.
Videos circulating online showcase that the latest film from “The Conjuring” series is doing much more than scaring people, but rather is enabling demonic possessions to occur in real time.
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According to Prime Timer, during a showing of “The Conjuring: Last Rites” a man began to convulse and wail during the screening of the film in South Texas. One online commentator said that while he thought this act could have been for promotional purposes, we can’t be too sure that it was not an actual possession. People reportedly attempted to help the man, with others leaving the theater.
However, this is just the beginning. Videos online show people getting blessed by a priest before going into watch the film.
Standing next to a sign that says “prayers and blessings,” in the entrance of the theater a priest waited for movie goers where he then prayed over them and blessed them with a small vile of holy water. The sign has an upside down cross on it, which is known in Satanism and occultism.
This is happening as the famous “Annabelle doll” from the movie series has been traveling on the “Devil’s on the Run tour,” during which Dan Rivera, who was hosting the tour, unexpectedly died. Now, comedian Matt Rife has taken guardianship of the doll, along with an occult museum, hundreds of haunted items and Matt and Lorraine Warren’s home. As Charisma previously reported, revivalist Isaiah Saldivar gave a warning to Rife about the dangers of taking ownership of these items that could open him up to attacks from the demonic realm.
Back in 2013 when the first film released warning signs were placed in theaters that read, “The film you are about to see is psychologically and emotionally disturbing. People who have attended early screenings of the film have complained about many unusual circumstances that they have experienced after seeing the film.”
The reality of what it means to play with darkness was literally right in front of people. The rest of the sign read: “Due to our concern for your well-being, we have invited Father Perez to be here. He will be available after the film to provide spiritual support and/or conduct a personal blessing should you feel the need. Please do not hesitate to seek help. Ask a representative where you can sign up for a session with our priest.”
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These events are not purely coincidental. Instead, they are part of a grander scheme of the enemy to steal, kill and destroy anything and everything he can. “The Conjuring” franchise just simply comes with one of the most explicit labels of spiritual darkness around.
We must recognize that the enemy uses open doors to gain influence, and horror films rooted in the occult are one of the clearest entry points. The Bible reminds us to set our minds on what is holy and pure, not to entertain darkness masquerading as entertainment.
Christians are called to guard their hearts and minds from anything that glorifies evil, and “The Conjuring” franchise is a direct glorification of the demonic realm. What we watch and allow into our homes matters, and this film series is not something to be toyed with. Instead of feeding fear and darkness, we should cling to the light of Christ, pursue what is good and close every door to the enemy.
Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
