1. It seems that superstitions, paranormal powers, ESP, channeling, out-of-body experiences and near-death experiences are the work of evil spirits, such as Satan, Lucifer, Devil, Beelzebub, demons and related personifications of evil.

   Is there an objective way for an ordinary person to discern between a good spirit and an evil spirit, as those terms are dualistically expressed, notwithstanding the fallacy of logical reasoning based on excluding any third type of spirit. For example, if Oral Roberts could cure afflictions by faith healing, as did the disciples of Jesus as recorded in the Bible by casting out demons or devils or evil spirits, how is that different from witches casting spells? How is an exorcism by an ordained priest or minister different from an exorcism performed by a witch? Is there an answer that does not commit the fallacy of circular reasoning, generality, ambiguity or vagueness, et cetera?

   Thanks for any clarification you can provide.

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   • The main difference between witches casting spells and Christian faith healers and praying for healing or casting out demons is witches think to bend the universe to their will whereas Christians pray in the Name of Jesus Christ for God to fulfill His Will! How do we know that healing the sick and casting out demons is the Will of God? Because the Bible says it is:

     Matthew 10:8  Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give.

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