Astrology Vs Christianity

But is astrology specifically banned in the Bible? Jeremiah 10:2: "Learn not the way of the heathen, and be not dismayed at the signs of Heaven; for the heathen are dismayed at them,” or “And beware, lest you lift up your eyes to heaven and see the sun and the moon and the stars, all the host of heaven, and be drawn away and worship them and serve them" (Deuteronomy 4:19. So, if it wasn’t already banned with the 1st Commandment these verses make it clear that astrology is not compatible with Christianity or Jewish theology.

In fact, Isaiah states that those who believe in astrology or practice it may face a rather rude awakening. “You are wearied with your many counsels; let now the astrologers, those who prophesy by the stars, those who predict by the new moons, stand up and save you from what will come upon you. Behold, they have become like stubble, fire bums them; they cannot deliver themselves from the power of the flame... there is none to save you” (Isaiah 47: 13-15).

The main problem with astrology is predestination which is against many teachings of the Bible. The Bible teaches that we should expect our own death or the End Times at any moment. Christ calls the farmer in a parable a fool because he stores up so much grain and ends up dying before he can sell or use it. Christ teaches us to always be ready for God may take you at any time. Astrology gives the benefit of time with long term prophesies.

Astrology also makes slaves out of its followers. Astrology followers dictate their life schedule not on logic or reason but based on what their horoscope tells them to do. Another example is when one is born. I was born in March and so my supposed sign is Aeries. If I were a follower of astrology I would be a slave to the psychological predeterminations of Aeries. This is not the case, as I choose what kind of personality I want. There are some characteristics that match and some that don’t. Even so, if something is not all true then it is not an accurate authority. The psychological profiles are often so vague that anyone and everyone can fit them. Once one is caught in the grip of astrology they begin to behave like their sign not because it’s the truth, but because it is a self fulfilling prophecy. If a prophecy says that you will be a certain way personality wise you will start to act that way. When people start to push away from you because of your arrogance, manipulative behavior, or pride the astrologer follower can blame their sign instead of their own choices.

Astrology removes choice in our lives. People make financial, personal, or relationship decisions based on their signs. Imagine losing all of your savings or ending an engagement based on a sign that isn’t even real. The horoscope does not reveal the future; it makes people a slave to it.

Sometimes, astrology becomes rather dangerous medically for an unborn child. Imagine a mother who gives birth early or late simply to make sure their child lands on a certain sign. We decide our own destiny, not the day we were born. Even when God reveals our path it is totally up to us to take that path or reject it. God gives us choice, astrology does not.