Astrology Exposed: Where Do Horoscopes Come From, and What’s the Biblical View?

The practice of astrology, from which horoscopes are derived, has roots that stretch back thousands of years, originating in ancient Babylon. People would observe the stars and planets, believing that their positions could influence personal lives and predict future events. Over time, this belief system spread, intertwining with various cultures and evolving into the horoscopes we see today.

Horoscopes are predictions or insights about a person's future, personality, or behavior based on the positions and movements of celestial bodies (like planets and stars) at the time of their birth.

As Christians, we must ask ourselves: Is this practice, no matter how harmless it may seem, appropriate for God's children?

The Bible provides clear guidance on this matter.

Deuteronomy 18:10-12 reads,

“There shall not be found among you anyone who makes his son or his daughter pass through the fire, or one who practices witchcraft, or a soothsayer, or one who interprets omens, or a sorcerer, or one who conjures spells, or a medium, or a spiritist, or one who calls up the dead. For all who do these things are an abomination to the Lord.”

This passage emphasizes that seeking guidance from sources other than God is not only discouraged but viewed as an abomination. When we turn to horoscopes, we are essentially placing our trust in the stars rather than in our Creator who created the stars! The danger lies in allowing ourselves to be influenced by what is, at its core, a practice rooted in paganism.

Isaiah 47:13-14 reads,

"You are wearied in the multitude of your counsels; Let now the astrologers, the stargazers, and the monthly prognosticators Stand up and save you From what shall come upon you. Behold, they shall be as stubble; The fire shall burn them; They shall not deliver themselves from the power of the flame; There shall not be a coal to warm by, Nor a fire to sit before!”

These verses address Babylon's reliance on occult practices like astrology and divination for guidance. The prophet mocks these practices, challenging the astrologers and stargazers to save Babylon from the coming destruction if they can. God declares that their false beliefs will be powerless, comparing them to stubble that will be consumed by fire. The fire symbolizes God's judgment, and there will be no escape or comfort for those who trust in these false practices. The passage highlights the futility of relying on anything other than God for security and guidance.

Application Today

I want to emphasize that the purpose of this message is not to cast judgement on anyone who may be curious about horoscopes or astrology. Instead, with a Biblical world view, I invite you to reflect on whether engaging with these practices aligns with being a child of God.

God’s people are called to seek wisdom from the Scriptures and guidance from the Holy Spirit. Let us remember that our identity and future are securely held in His hands, not in the stars.

As we see in the Book of Acts: “Also, many of those who had practiced magic brought their books together and burned them in the sight of all. And they counted up the value of them, and it totaled fifty thousand pieces of silver.” (Acts 19:19)

This passage reminds us of the powerful transformation in Christ that results in turning away from practices that do not honor God and embracing His truth fully.

May the grace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be with You.