What Does the Bible Say about Halloween?

When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: “Death has been swallowed up in victory.” “Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 15:54-57).

However, it is my opinion that there is still nothing wrong with dressing up as some silly monster from a movie and going door-to-door getting a bag filled with candy. If you are a Christian family and you would like to allow your children to take part in trick-or-treats, you can always choose a costume that is more in line with what your conscience allows.

Such costumes as princesses, characters from the Lord of the Rings or the Narnia Chronicles, or even taking a page from our ancestors and dressing up as a saint are all very viable options you can choose from.

And if you are concerned for the safety of your children, why not host an All Hallows’ Eve party in your home, and invite all their friends over for games, cake, ice cream, and of course, candy!

The point here is not to allow yourself to be overtaken by the irrational claims put out by well-meaning but erring fellow Christians, while at the same time not violating your conscience. Halloween can be an opportunity to teach your children about the importance of salvation since we all will leave this world and need Christ.

If you are an Anglican Christian, it is also a time when you can pray for the souls of your departed family members as a family. You can also teach your children about the lives of whatever saints you choose whether they be biblical figures or saints of church history.

Be creative and allow God to use the day as a way to bring you closer to Him through His Son, Jesus Christ. And have fun! Christians are supposed to be joyous, so allow yourself to express joy with your family. And if you would, save some spiced apple cider for me.

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me (Psalm 23:4).

Sources

Rudrick, Alan, “7 Reasons Why A Christian Can Celebrate (And Remake) Halloween,” archived at alanrudnick.org

For further reading:

Should Christians Really Celebrate Halloween?

Is the Origin of Halloween Rooted in a Pagan Holiday?

What's the Difference between Halloween, All Saints Day and All Souls Day?

The Connection between Halloween & Reformation Day

What Is Wicca? History, Beliefs, and Rituals (Plus What the Bible Says)

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J. Davila-Ashcraft is an Anglican priest, Theologian, and Apologist, and holds a B.A. in Biblical Studies and Theology from God’s Bible College in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is a recognized authority on the topic of exorcism, and in that capacity has contributed to and/or appeared on programming for The National Geographic Channel, Discovery Channel, and CNN. He is the host of Expedition Truth, a one-hour apologetics radio talk show.