Why Christians Must Not Celebrate Halloween or Harvest Night
By Teresa Morin, Touch of God Int’l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance
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Watch the Replay Video with Testimonies from ex witches, John Ramirez, Ashley Jones, and Riaan Swigelarr who share about Halloween by Teresa Morin, Touch of God Int'l Ministries
Introduction: The Lie of “Harmless Fun”
The founder of the Church of Satan, Anton Lavey, said: “I am glad that Christian parents let their children worship the devil at least one night out of the year. Welcome to Halloween.”
Every October, Christians around the world face the same question: “Is Halloween really that bad?” Some say, “It’s just candy and costumes — my child is dressing as a princess, not a demon.” But before you shrug it off as harmless, consider this: Halloween is not a game. It has deep occult roots and spiritual consequences for those who participate.
The Bible warns,
“Have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them.” — Ephesians 5:11
What many believers call “fun” is actually fellowship with the kingdom of darkness.
My Story
I used to work with SRA's - Satanically ritually abused people, generational satanists. They told me a lot of their secrets in how to protect yourself from witchcraft. Some, the Lord already taught me, so they confirmed.
They told me that Halloween is their highest holiday on their satanic calendar. On Halloween night, that is when blood sacrifices take place, either animal or human. A lot of initials take place for them to go up the ranks.
1. The Dark Roots of Halloween
Halloween began in ancient Celtic paganism — Samhain — a night when the dead were believed to walk among the living. Rituals, animal, and even human sacrifices were made to appease demonic entities.
Today, it remains the most important day on the satanic calendar. Former satanists confirm that this night is used for rituals, curses, and blood sacrifices worldwide.
As ex-Satanist John Ramirez testified:
“I spent 25 years in Satanism. I had a demonic wedding on Halloween. I used to prepare for weeks to curse regions, destroy lives, and dedicate souls to the devil on that night. Why would Christians want to celebrate the devil’s high holiday?”
That chilling statement should stop every believer in their tracks.
Halloween was not celebrated in the United States until the mid-1800’s. The Irish flooded New York in 1845-46 fleeing the Potato Famine. They brought with them old Druid Holidays called Samhain, (Sowen), a Celtic holiday which marks the end of summer. It was important to celebrate the living and the dead that came together, the spirits of the underworld. The Druids were the pagan priests of the Celts. They were idolaters, occult practitioners, and witches. Their holiday was known as the Lord of Death.
This pagan god was shown as a ghostly, skeleton holding a sickle in his hand. He later came to be known as “The Grim Reaper.”
Deuteronomy 12:31 You must not worship the LORD your God in their way, because in
worshiping their gods, they do all kinds of detestable things the LORD hates. They even burn
their sons and daughters in the fire as sacrifice to their gods.
2. The Spiritual Atmosphere of Death - Hidden Agenda
Halloween glorifies everything Christ came to defeat — death, fear, darkness, and witchcraft.
The Lord said in John 10:10,
“The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy.” John 10:10
When you decorate your home with tombstones, skeletons, and ghosts, you are aligning with a spirit of death. You may think it’s pretend, but in the spiritual realm, symbols are invitations.
As another former occult practitioner explained:
“If even one home in a neighborhood celebrates Halloween, that entire area becomes a hotspot for demonic activity that night.”
That means your street, your neighborhood, and your children are exposed to spiritual portals opened through this dark celebration. It is a hot spot for demonic activity, regardless of whether you are a Christian or a non-Christian; your neighborhood is an open door.
Pray over your neighborhood but make sure there is no hidden sin for the enemy. Stand strong in your authority you declare God's word since we are dealing with a territory to close those spiritual portals. We will pray tonight together over our neighborhoods.
The Celtics worshipped the Lord of Death calling wicked souls that, within the past twelve months, had been condemned to inhabit the bodies of animals in punishment for their evil deeds. This demon god then allowed them to return to their former homes to visit the living.
To appease the Lord of Death and keep the spirits from harming the people, the Druid priests led the people in worship ceremonies in which horses, cats, black sheep, oxen, human beings, and other offerings were rounded up, stuffed into wicker cages, and then burned to death.
Druid ceremonies mainly centered on sacrifice by shooting to death by arrows, or by impaling, and the burning of human and animal victims. “They deemed it indeed a duty to cover their altars with the blood of captives and to consult their deities through human entrails.” The consecrate a human being to death, drive a dagger into his belly, above the abdomen, and draw conclusions about events to come from the squirming of the victim and the spurting of his blood. They believed the immortal gods can only be appeased, and man’s life redeemed, by offering up human sacrifice.
The Druid priests and Celtic people would gather together on these pagan worship days either in a grove of trees, or in a stone circle. There are many stone circles in the British Isles and in Western Europe. Stonehength most famous.
The pagan worship rituals of the Druids originated, it turns out that they go all the way back to the time of Nimrod. Many of Halloween’s customs are derived from the ancient Baal Festivals from the taking of omens from the struggles of victims in the fires of druidic sacrifices. The worship of Bel (Moloch) and Astarte was very early introduced into Britain along with the Druids, the priests of the groves.
3. Trick or treat
4. Jack o Lanterns
5. Black Cats
6. Halloween Decorations Have Pagan and Witchcraft Roots
Halloween’s imagery — jack-o’-lanterns, ghosts, skeletons, witches, and graveyard scenes — all originated from the pagan festival of Samhain, a time when the dead were honored and summoned.
In ancient times:
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People carved frightening faces in turnips or pumpkins to ward off or guide spirits.
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Skulls, bones, and ghost symbols were invocations of the dead.
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Fires, lanterns, and sacrifices were meant to protect or communicate with unseen entities.
When Christians bring these same symbols into their homes — even for “fun” — they are displaying the same imagery once used in occult rituals.
Spirits are drawn to what represents their kingdom — darkness, death, fear, and witchcraft.
Spiritual Symbols Create Atmospheres and Invitations
In the spiritual realm, objects and symbols hold meaning.
Witches, occultists, and sorcerers understand this truth — that physical symbols act as spiritual “markers” or portals.
When a Christian decorates with:
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Witches (symbols of sorcery)
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Ghosts or skeletons (representations of the dead)
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Spiders, bats, black cats (familiar spirits)
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Graveyards, skulls, and darkness
…it invites the atmosphere those symbols represent.
Demons are attracted to environments that honor or mirror their nature — just as the Holy Spirit dwells where Christ is exalted.
“Neither give place to the devil.” – Ephesians 4:27
“What agreement has the temple of God with idols?” – 2 Corinthians 6:16
When Christians display occult symbols, even unknowingly, they give place — permission — for dark spirits to linger, oppress, or influence.
Witches and Occultists Still Use Decorations for Power
Yes — witches today still use Halloween decorations as ritual tools.
According to testimonies from ex-witches like John Ramirez and others:
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Decorations and symbols (pumpkins, skeletons, cobwebs, altars) are energized through spells and rituals.
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Samhain (Halloween) is considered the witch’s New Year, a time of heightened spiritual activity.
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Witches and Satanists often perform ceremonies to curse communities or dedicate homes to darkness — especially where people willingly display occult imagery.
So when Christians use the same items — even “innocently” — they are aligning themselves with what witches consecrate for evil.
It’s like waving the enemy’s flag and wondering why the enemy shows up at your door.
✝️ Summary: Why Skeletons, Ghosts, and Death Images Draw Demons
| Decoration Type | Spiritual Origin | Why It Attracts Demons |
|---|---|---|
| Skeletons / Skulls | Pagan rituals to honor death gods | Symbolizes the spirit of death and decay |
| Ghosts | Necromancy and familiar spirits | Invites spirits pretending to be the dead |
| Graveyards / Coffins | Ritual sites to summon spirits | Symbolizes the dwelling of the dead |
| Dark décor (bats, spiders, black cats) |
🕯️ 7. Skulls, Coffins, and Graveyards
These are memento symbols — Latin for “remember you must die.”
In pagan practice, bones and graves represented a connection between the living and the dead, and some rituals involved necromancy (communication with spirits).
Over time, the visuals became a cultural celebration of death, but their roots remain spiritually dark — focused on the thin veil between worlds.
In pagan practice, bones and graves represented a connection between the living and the dead, and some rituals involved necromancy (communication with spirits).
Over time, the visuals became a cultural celebration of death, but their roots remain spiritually dark — focused on the thin veil between worlds.
⚠️ Darkness Cannot Mix with Light
Many believers justify Halloween decorations as “harmless fun,” but spiritually, the Bible is clear:
“Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.” – Ephesians 5:11
“Do not learn the way of the nations.” – Jeremiah 10:2
“You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too.” – 1 Corinthians 10:21
When Christians celebrate what the world calls Halloween, or decorate with its symbols, they are unknowingly honoring a night dedicated to the dead and to Satanic rituals.
This creates open doors — a spiritual entry point for oppression, nightmares, fear, and even witchcraft attacks in their homes.
“Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.” – Ephesians 5:11
“Do not learn the way of the nations.” – Jeremiah 10:2
“You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too.” – 1 Corinthians 10:21
🌕 8. Colors: Orange and Black
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Orange comes from the harvest — pumpkins, autumn leaves, and fire — symbolizing life, warmth, and transition.
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Black represents death, the spirit world, and darkness — symbolizing the season of dying and spiritual activity.
Together, these colors mirror life and death, the central theme of Samhain.
Orange comes from the harvest — pumpkins, autumn leaves, and fire — symbolizing life, warmth, and transition.
Black represents death, the spirit world, and darkness — symbolizing the season of dying and spiritual activity.
9. The Curse of Compromise
Many churches have been deceived — renaming the night “Harvest Festival” or “Trunk or Treat.” But changing the name does not change the spiritual reality.
American culture has turned Halloween into a secular (i.e. non-religious) holiday. Even so, Christians ought to apply biblical discernment carefully as they consider to what extent they will participate in any Halloween-related activities. The unbelieving society, Halloween as an opportunity to celebrate sexual sin, drunkenness, grotesque depravity, and even demonic activity.
John Ramirez warns:
“If you celebrate Harvest Night on October 31st, you’re still celebrating Halloween. The devil doesn’t care what you call it — he only cares that you participate.”
The Word of God makes it clear:
“You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too.” — 1 Corinthians 10:21
When we compromise truth to appear “culturally relevant,” we open doors for curses to enter our homes, families, and even our churches. John Ramirez explained that celebrating Halloween brings a 4-to-5 generational curse into families — the same demonic spirits that are invoked that night attach themselves to bloodlines.
As believers, we are called to flee from the sinful deeds of darkness, not revel in them. So any type of Halloween costume, activity, or party that celebrates those things should be totally avoided. Many Scripture passages could be cited to make this point. Ephesians 5:8–12.
How did it get into the church?
The exact year that All Hallows or All Saints Day’s was substituted for the pagan Samhain is uncertain. Some believe it was declared by Pope Gregory in the 6th century A.D. Others think that it was by Pope Gregory III (731-741 A.D.). Still others believe it was introduced by Pope Boniface in 615 A.D., and transferred by Pope Gregory IV 100 years later. Regardless of the confusion regarding these dates, the Catholic Church and much of the world still observe this celebration, and no matter how hard men have tried to whitewash the day, shreds of the old pagan superstitions stubbornly cling to Halloween.
Christians should not join with our unbelieving society in celebrating violent, ghoulish, or macabre themes. Moreover, our culture’s preoccupation with the “spooky” and the “scary” desensitizes their hearts and diverts their attention away from that which is truly terrifying: namely, the judgment of God that awaits all who die apart from Christ (Heb. 9:27; 10:31).
Certain practices associated with Halloween can be seen as opening pathways to evil spiritual influences. Some interpret scripture, such as Ephesians 6:12, which states, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms," to suggest a spiritual battle that is intensified during times when occult practices are more prevalent.
From this viewpoint, there's a concern among some Christians that engaging in certain Halloween activities could inadvertently expose them to spiritual attacks or curses from individuals involved in satanic or occult practices, as opportunity for their rituals upon you. We are called for discernment and spiritual vigilance during this season.
10. The Power of Blood and the Deception of Candy
Many Christians do not realize that witches and warlocks pray over Halloween candy before it ever reaches your child’s hand. As one testimony stated:
“Candy and costumes are not innocent. They are prayed over, cursed, and dedicated to demonic spirits.”
Raim Sogren, ex witch says, "In the spiritual world, blood is currency — it seals covenants and empowers dark works. But praise God, the blood of Jesus Christ is the highest currency in heaven and earth! It breaks every curse, severs every legal right, and washes away every sin.
People disappear in October for blood sacrifices. Animal sacrifices are given. The purer the person is, the higher the bargaining they have with demonic forces, that's why children disappear. They are being sacrificed along with street people.
“And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony.” — Revelation 12:11
When believers participate in the devil’s holiday, they trample on the very blood that was shed to set them free.
The Blood
Like the blood of Jesus is very important to us, the blood sacrifices are very important to witches and satanists. Satan loves blood because it is death. The purer the person, the more higher the points.
Scripture says, “For the life of the flesh is in the blood” (Leviticus 17:11).
Blood covenants are ancient. In the occult, blood represents a binding contract with demonic entities.
Halloween is a high satanic holy day used to renew vows and covenants with spirits, demons, or Satan himself. The shedding of blood (animal or human) is seen as “payment” to keep demonic favor or to gain increased spiritual rank and power.
Witches understand this spiritual law — but they twist it. They believe blood releases life energy that demons can feed on, empowering their spells, rituals, and curses. Satan counterfeits what God ordained — where the blood of Jesus redeems, demonic blood rituals enslave. Just like Jesus death was a payment of our sins.
Blood is used to open demonic portals in specific places. Witch covens will use blood to “mark” areas, objects, or people, inviting demonic forces to manifest.
They believe blood acts like a key in the spirit realm—unlocking gateways for spiritual activity. That’s why believers sometimes sense heaviness or strange atmospheres around Halloween: many of these rituals are taking place globally.
Satan hates the blood of Jesus because it’s what defeated him.
Every occult blood sacrifice is a mockery of the cross — a satanic inversion of the gospel. Where Christ shed His innocent blood once for all to bring life, witches shed blood repeatedly to bring death and bondage. It’s rebellion against God’s redemptive plan.
During Halloween rituals, blood sacrifices are used to invoke spirits of the dead, “familiar spirits,” or specific demons tied to ancient pagan deities.
11. The Identity Crisis
Costumes may seem innocent, but the spiritual message is profound. When Adam and Eve sinned, they lost their identity in God. The devil has been stealing human identity ever since.
Riaan Swiegelaar: From Church of Satan, warns
“When Christians put on costumes, they change their spiritual identity. Even if you dress as a princess or superhero, the act itself represents the enemy’s counterfeit — identity theft in the spirit realm.”
The enemy loves when believers “pretend” to be something they’re not — it mirrors his deception in Eden.
12. What Happens Spiritually on Halloween
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Portals open through rituals, blood sacrifices, and global covens.
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Curses are released into neighborhoods, families, and churches that compromise.
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Children are spiritually marked through participation, often leading to nightmares, fear, rebellion, and confusion.
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Demonic infestations rise immediately after Halloween — ministries worldwide report an increase in deliverance cases each November.
Children can suffer from nightmares, become rebellious out of nowhere, sudden strife and fighting with your spouse that's not usually normal, things breaking, sudden onset of sicknesses, and more.
In Romans 14–15 and 1 Corinthians 8–10, where the apostle Paul gives instruction to those who were wondering if it was acceptable for believers to eat food offered to idols.
International Celebrations
The Bible explains that Satan has deceived the whole world (Rev. 12:9). To one degree or another, everyone has been deceived by him. This truth is evident in the universal observance of Halloween.
Though Samhain was the pagan lord of the dead, this holiday has been observed by nearly every nation on earth. Though its name may vary, Samhain continues with the same theme of death.
Samhain was celebrated with the idea that the soul is immortal and the spirits of the dead roam the earth. The Celts believed that the spirits of good men went to paradise while the souls of those who did evil would be either reincarnated in the form of animals or would sit in a shallow grave for the next year. The Catholics believe something similar and teach that the soul goes to heaven, hell, or purgatory. The only chance these disembodied spirits had for a decent afterlife was to return on the eve of Samhain and try to make some sort of transition to a new body.
Samhain is not just an ancient pagan festival. It is still celebrated by the occult today. One Wiccan website states that it is considered to be one of their most important holidays.
Is it Good Clean Fun?
The customs of Halloween were, and still are, celebrated by pagans. God condemns such observances. Even if we reject the dark imagery of witches and goblins, and dress up as a ballerina or Superman in the name of fun, rename the day as some sort of harvest festival, we are actually serving demons and not God!
13. A Call to Repentance and Separation
The Word of God is clear:
“Come out from among them and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing.” — 2 Corinthians 6:17
If you’ve ever celebrated Halloween, hosted a Harvest Night, decorated your home, or allowed your children to dress up — it’s time to repent. Renounce every agreement made with darkness, knowingly or unknowingly. Close the door and cleanse your home through prayer and the blood of Jesus Christ.
What should Christians Do?
We should have prayer meetings to push back the evil rituals and curses being released worldwide.
Pray:
“Father, I repent for participating in Halloween or any form of darkness. I renounce every curse, covenant, and spirit connected to these celebrations. I plead the blood of Jesus over my life, my home, and my generations. Deliver us from every stronghold, and fill us with Your light. In Jesus’ Name, amen.”
14. Final Warning
Beloved, Halloween is not a harmless holiday — it is a satanic ritual disguised as fun. As John Ramirez said:
“Without Halloween, there is no devil’s victory. Without the Cross, there is no salvation. Choose this day whom you will serve.”
Let the Church rise up and be holy again. Let’s not substitute truth for entertainment. God is calling His people to discernment, holiness, and separation from the world.
“You are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation.” — 1 Peter 2:9
Don’t let your children dance with death when Jesus died to give them life.
Parents who dress them up in costumes and walk them door to door unwittingly serving the god of this world who has blinded them to the truth (2Cor. 4:4). We need to think this through. Do we really want to serve the God of this world (2Cor. 4:4). We need to think this through. Do we really want to serve s a holiday dedicated.
Have you ever noticed the day after Halloween, your children are misbehaving, having nightmares, or maybe strife with your spouse?
People, time is short.
Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?” And Jesus answered and said to them: “Take heed that no one deceives you. For many will come in My name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and will deceive many. And you will hear of wars and rumours of wars. See that you are not troubled; for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of sorrows.’
But know this that in the last days perilous times will come, for men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its power.’
2 Timothy 3.1-5Call to Action
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Written by Teresa Morin
President, Touch of God Int’l Ministries of Healing and Deliverance
Ordained Minister • Public Speaker • Who’s Who of America Recipient
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