{"product_id":"9798384501268_on-magic-and-miracles","title":"On Magic \u0026 Miracles","description":"From classic fantasy like \u003ci\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Chronicles of Narnia\u003c\/i\u003e to modern stories like \u003ci\u003eHarry Potter\u003c\/i\u003e, Christians have been debating the issue of fictional magic for decades. Some believers read and write fantasy as an expression of their God-given creativity while others feel this is dangerous and ignorant of the growing threat of the occult. Deuteronomy 18 says spells and other forms of magic are an abomination, but how does that apply to fantasy magic? Is there a difference between the \"Deep Magic\" of Aslan at the Stone Table and the spells in \u003ci\u003eHarry Potter\u003c\/i\u003e? Is it possible for fictional magic to lead someone into the occult? Adults and children alike have wrestled with these questions as the fantasy genre exploded into one of the most popular book and film genres on the market. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In this guidebook, Marian A. Jacobs explores the theology of magic, gleaning contextual clues surrounding supernatural events in the Bible. These scriptural principles can assist readers, movie-lovers, gamers, and parents in discerning how fantasy can both edify and honor God. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eOn Magic and Miracles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e aims to answer the following questions: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the difference between magic and miracles in the Bible? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Is magic real? And if so, does it pose a genuine threat? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Could books like \u003ci\u003eHarry Potter\u003c\/i\u003e lead someone into the occult? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e What is the importance of fantasy for Christians? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e How can I discern fantasy books, films, and games for myself and my children? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Marian A Jacobs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40699268694065,"sku":"9798384501268","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/9926\/3793\/files\/9798384501268.jpg?v=1768374319","url":"https:\/\/bakerbookhouse.com\/products\/9798384501268_on-magic-and-miracles","provider":"Baker Book House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}