10/31/2025
I have been silent on the topic of “Trunk or Treat” in the church. When we hear it is a safer alternative to traditional Halloween or that it is a way to win souls, it sounds good. But it gives me pause when I think about Jesus and the power of His blood. I found myself wrestling with what was being said against what I know and took it to God in prayer, asking if I had it wrong all these years. I reflected on my own experience with Halloween and fear taking root in my life to when I heard a beautiful message on Family Radio that convicted my heart towards Halloween, Santa Claus and the Easter bunny to explaining these images away so my children did not believe the stories they would hear in school. As I wrestled with these thoughts, I heard these words in my mind, “I never knew you”. In that moment, I had the answer to the question I silently asked. Matthew 7:21-23 (KJV) reads:
21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?
23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.
We, as children of God, are called to be set apart and not touch any unclean thing. (2 Corinthians 6:17 ). My name is Patricia. I am a Overcomer sharing the truth of God with all Overcomers. 💕