Should Christians celebrate Halloween? Is trick-or-treating harmless family fun, or should Christian parents be more careful about the spiritual messages behind Halloween traditions? In this episode of Abraham's Wallet, Steven Manuel examines what the Bible says about Halloween, witchcraft, the occult, and spiritual discernment—and offers practical, joyful alternatives for Christian families who want to honor God without withdrawing from their communities. Halloween has become a familiar part of American family life. Costumes, candy, pumpkins, neighborhood parties, and decorations are everywhere. But when Halloween celebrations include Ouija boards, séances, witches, spirits, graveyards, and images of death, where should Christian parents draw the line? Steven begins with a recent Halloween marketing campaign featuring occult imagery, then considers a larger question: Are Christians becoming too comfortable treating spiritually serious things as harmless entertainment? Drawing from Deuteronomy 18, Acts 19, 1 Thessalonians 5, and other biblical passages, Steven explores the difference between enjoying a season and participating in practices or symbolism that Scripture warns against. He also discusses the testimony of Rihan Swiegelaar, a former leader in the South African Satanic Church who became a Christian. Steven considers Swiegelaar's warnings about Halloween and occult practices, while distinguishing his personal testimony from the direct teachings of Scripture. But this conversation isn't simply about everything Christian families should avoid. Steven shares ways his own family has approached celebrations, hospitality, and biblical traditions, including Purim, All Saints Day, remembering faithful Christians who came before us, and gathering for worship and prayer. The goal isn't to raise fearful children or create another list of religious rules. It's to help Christian fathers and mothers lead their households with conviction, wisdom, joy, and biblical discernment. In this episode: Should Christians celebrate Halloween? What the Bible says about Halloween and the occult Biblical warnings against witchcraft, divination, and communicating with spirits Deuteronomy 18 and the Christian response to occult practices Acts 19 and why early Christians rejected sorcery 1 Thessalonians 5 and testing everything against Scripture Are Halloween costumes and trick-or-treating wrong for Christians? Halloween decorations, skeletons, witches, and spiritual symbolism Ouija boards, séances, and occult-themed entertainment A former Satanic Church leader's testimony about Halloween How Christian parents can teach children spiritual discernment Setting biblical boundaries without becoming legalistic How to talk with your spouse about Halloween traditions Christian alternatives to Halloween for families with children Celebrating Purim and the story of Esther All Saints Day, Hebrews 11, and remembering faithful Christians Hosting a Christian worship night on Halloween Practicing hospitality and building relationships with neighbors Five things Christian families can embrace during autumn Five Halloween practices Steven recommends avoiding Raising children who can recognize cultural compromise Leading a Christian household with wisdom, courage, and joy Chapters (00:00:00) - Chipotle's Halloween Ad Sparks Controversy(00:00:51) - Intro: Halloween, Birthdays, and Biblical Boundaries(00:01:35) - Key Scriptures on Divination and the Occult(00:03:04) - The Bottom Line and Street-Level Observations(00:04:31) - Growing Up With Halloween and Discernment(00:06:25) - Former Satanist Rhian's Warnings About Halloween(00:07:52) - Anton LaVey and Normalizing Evil Through Costumes(00:09:18) - Satanic Rituals, Blood, and Occult Symbolism(00:12:21) - Taking Spiritual Authority Over Your Home(00:14:29) - Deuteronomy 18 and Being Countercultural(00:16:47) - Which Holidays Should Christians Embrace?(00:17:48) - Acts 19 and a Story of Deliverance(00:20:41) - Testing Everything and Abstaining From Evil(00:21:36) - Purim as a Christian Alternative to Halloween(00:23:22) - Worship Nights and All Saints Day Remembrance(00:25:35) - Honoring the Saints and Martyrs(00:27:58) - Practical Dos and Don'ts for Families(00:32:07) - Closing Thoughts: Fill the Space With LifeHelp us equip more biblical bosses!: https://abrahamswallet.com/support AW website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn