Many people, including Christians, practice martial arts. Everyone has their own reason to practice martial arts. Some practice martial arts for health benefits, physical exercise, self-defense, self-confidence, self-discipline, self-control, self-esteem, behavioral problems, police and military purposes, spiritual development, etc. But where does martial arts come from? What is the origin of martial arts? Is martial arts really as innocent as it looks and is martial arts beneficial and is even safe for children or are there dangers of martial arts? If so what is the danger of martial arts? What does the Bible say about martial arts? Should Christians practice martial arts or is martial arts demonic? What happens in the spiritual realm, when you practice martial arts?
What is the history of martial arts?
Martial arts derives from the Latin words: arts of Mars (the Roman god of war). Although the oldest form of martial arts goes all the way back to Egypt, 3400 BC. Contemporary martial arts is associated with eastern combat sports, like karate, judo, taekwondo, (Shaolin) kung-fu, (kick)boxing, Thai-boxing, Jiu-jitsu, Aikido, Savate, Wing Chun, Muay Thai, (sumo) wrestling, self-defense, Hapkido, Gungdo, Tang-soo-do, Taekkyeon, wrestling, Shuai Jiao, Wushu, Sambo etc.
When we go back to the roots of Eastern combat sports, we see that Eastern combat sports are derived from Hinduism, (Zen) Buddhism, Taoism (like Judo), Confucianism, and Shinto.
The martial arts and its methods and technics are developed through meditation, through yoga (Read also: ‘What is the danger of yoga?‘).
Therefore, martial arts is connected to the occult realm of spirituality and religion (Hinduism, (Zen) Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto) and cannot be disconnected from the occult world.
Buddhist monks had also a great impact on the development of martial arts. Due to the fact, that temples and monks were often robbed and they couldn’t use weapons to protect themselves, they looked for another way to defend themselves.
During the practice of meditation and channeling with spiritual forces and beings, that we know as demons, these evil spirits gave them wisdom, by showing them bodily combat technics and positions. A well-known manuscript is the Shaolin order.
The monks applied and practiced these combat technics and received power and strength from these evil spirits, so that they could defend themselves and protect the temples.
Combat knowledge through meditation and channeling with spirits
Many great martial artists gained combat knowledge through meditation and channeling with spirits (demons).
Meditation, including breathing exercises, still plays a major role in practicing martial arts. (Read also: ‘The danger of meditation‘).
For example, when you look at Japanese martial arts, meditation and emptying your mind are key to promoting energy flow (qi) and peace through your body (like Aikido).
In Korean martial arts, like Taekwondo, meditation and breathing exercises are used to create inner peace.
In Chinese martial arts, meditation and breathing exercises are also key. Think about qigong or kung-fu (the achievement or success of man).
Qigong is a Chinese kinematics and means energy (qi) cultivation (gong). It is a system that is developed to increase the flow of the body’s life energy (qi or chi), through posture, exercises, breathing technics, and meditation. According to Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism, qigong provides access to the higher spiritual realms of the consciousness (entering the spiritual realm out of your soul), so that the true nature of the person awakens, and the human potential is being developed (Read also: ‘The two ways to enter the spiritual realm‘).
Between 1940-1950 martial arts came to the West. The entertainment industry had a major influence on martial arts. During the ’70s and ’80s, martial arts became extremely popular through many karate and kung-fu movies. Many people, especially children, and young people, were motivated to practice martial arts and searched for martial arts schools and dojos for martial arts classes.
What is the source of martial arts?
Martial arts derive from Hinduism, (Zen) Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto. Through meditation and channeling with evil spirits, these evil spirits gave wisdom; bodily postures, and physical combat techniques. Therefore martial arts is connected to evil spirits and the occult. The source of martial arts is the kingdom of darkness.
Due to the fact, that martial arts is connected to the kingdom of darkness and derives from the wisdom of devils, you can’t disconnect the physical exercises and technics from the spiritual aspect of martial arts (Read also: ‘Can you separate the spiritual from Eastern philosophies and practices?‘).
As soon as you participate in martial arts, you enter the territory of the devil and evil spirits will enter your life. Because every physical technique and position is linked to evil spirits. Without the influence of evil spirits, you can’t get power and ‘wisdom’ to practice martial arts.
The kingdom of darkness and evil spirits are the source of martial arts.
The higher the level, the more demonic power
The higher the rank and level of a person in martial arts, the more demonic power a person will possess. Look at the colors of the belts that represent the level. The darker the color, the higher the level. It’s actually the same as yoga. The more techniques you possess, the more chakras you open, and bit by bit, you give yourself to the devil and his demons.
It’s not surprising at all, that in most combat sports you start with a white belt and end with a black belt. In some combat sports, you can even develop further after the black belt. The darker the color, the higher the level. The belt represents the spiritual state of a person.
The sensei; the grandmaster (teacher) is appointed as representative of the dragon and wears a black belt. His main purpose is to teach, train and equip as many people as possible in martial arts. The sensei disciples them en draws them into the kingdom of darkness. Without knowing, the pupils; the disciples of the sensei will open themselves to demonic powers that enter their lives.
As the person develops and grows, the more ‘special’ powers (s)he will experience. The person shall experience extra strength and power in certain parts of the body, s(he) will be able to make him/herself heavier, cut stones, or to manipulate and bewitch the opponent, by taking spiritual authority over the other person, and so on.
Dojo means the place of the way
When you look at the name of the places, where martial arts is taught, you can conclude that it has nothing to do with the Kingdom of God, but that it represents the kingdom of darkness. Dojo means literally the place of the way.
A dojo used to be an addition to the temples. Therefore in most dojos, you may not enter with shoes, because it is connected with a holy place. Think about Moses. Moses also had to take off his shoes, before he entered the holy ground.
In many traditional dojos, there are even Japanese cleansing rituals at the beginning and at the end of each training session. This is called Sojo and derives from the Zen and Shinto philosophy.
What does the Bible say about martial arts and should Christians practice martial arts?
What does the Bible say about martial arts and should a Christian practice martial arts? As a born again Christians, you have the discernment of spirits. Therefore you will be able to discern the spiritual realm and the two kingdoms; the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of the devil. You shall discern, what kind of spirits are behind martial arts.
Therefore a born again Christian, who walks after the Spirit, shall never engage in martial arts.
Even if the world says, that martial arts is good for your health, your body and mind, and for your self-development and self-defense.
A born again Christian knows better and shall not be tempted. Because a Christian knows the truth. Therefore a Christian shall never enter the territory or the domain of the devil. (S)he shall never engage with evil spirits but shall expose the works of the devil and demons instead.
And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them (Ephesians 5:11)
Does Christian martial arts exist?
There are martial artists and martial arts actors, who have become Christians but haven’t laid down their old life and their works. They still practice and teach martial arts or still act in martial arts movies. They keep practicing martial arts because it’s their profession. Together with other so-called believers, who were not willing to lay down the practicing of martial arts, they have brought the martial arts into the church and Christianised martial arts (Read also: ‘The Christian sauce‘)
They provide martial arts performances and demonstrations, to get people acquainted with the Christian faith and to win people for Jesus Christ.
But how can you convince people of their sins, and lead them to Jesus Christ, by the works of the flesh and by doctrines of devils that derive from the kingdom of darkness?
In some churches, they even provide self-defense lessons, karate lessons or mixed martial arts (MMA). They use the lie of the world, to promote health and physical benefits. They say it’s good for a Christian because you have to take care of your body, which is the temple of the Holy Spirit. But here we have another twisted truth, which is no truth at all. Because the Word says:
Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? If any man defile the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are. (1 Corinthians 3:16-17)
And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, (2 Corinthians 6:16-18)
The Holy Spirit can’t have communion with evil spirits
The truth is, as soon as you practice combat technics that are inspired by evil spirits, these evil spirits will enter your life. Eventually, the Holy Spirit will leave you. Because the Holy Spirit can’t have communion with sin and evil spirits.
The Bible says very clearly, that we shouldn’t pay that much attention to bodily exercise, because the body profits little. Instead, we should pay attention to godliness:
For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come (1 Timothy 4:8)
It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life (John 6:63)
Martial arts has nothing to do with God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. There is only one Master and that’s Jesus Christ. You are His disciple and you should only bow for Him.
Martial arts has everything to do with the devil and his kingdom. The devil is the author of martial arts, and he will always remain the author.
The danger of spiritual leaders, who practice martial arts
There are even pastors, preachers, elders, and other spiritual leaders, who practice martial arts and preach on Sundays. Due to the fact, that they practice martial arts, these evil spirits of martial arts will not only enter their lives but also the congregation.
Remember that the church is the assembly of believers, who are united together in one (spiritual) body.
When you listen to a preacher or have communion or let a spiritual leader, who practices martial arts, lay hands on you, then these evil spirits will enter your life as well. During church services, manifestations occur, that people consider as manifestations from the Holy Spirit. But in reality, they are demonic manifestations, coming from the devil.
When a spiritual leader is not willing to give up his or her old life, stays carnal, and keeps walking after the flesh, instead of after the Spirit, then the demonic powers in the person’s life will also enter into the lives of the believers of the congregation.
The believers will become lukewarm (tepidity), experience spiritual resistance during prayer, and or studying the Bible, indifference to sins, worldliness, pride, irritation, aggressiveness, angriness, violence, an increase of sexual uncleanness, more love for the things of the world, than the things of the Kingdom of God, restless, insomnia, depression, suicidal thoughts, etc.
All of this happens, because a preacher, elder, or any other spiritual leader still loves the world, and is not willing to lay down his/her old life. Therefore the spiritual leader will remain carnal and will walk after the flesh; being focused upon the things of the flesh.
Through a lack of spiritual knowledge, many people fall and become a victim of the dragon; the devil, who goes around seeking whom he can devour, kill and destroy.
The domain of the dragon
Martial arts belongs to the domain of the dragon, and not to the domain of Jesus Christ. Look at the dojos or gyms, where martial arts is taught, and look at what kind of images and symbols are hanging on the walls. In most dojos you will see images of the dragon, and well-known martial artists and/or philosophers, who are worshipped by the pupils. Because every person, who wants to teach martial arts, wants to become like his/her master; sensei.
Also, many martial arts movies include the name of the dragon, and that’s exactly, what it represents: the domain of the dragon.
In the Bible, we also read about the dragon, which refers to the devil. Therefore the domain of the dragon is the domain of the devil. When you know the Bible, you know the truth about the devil and his mission.
The mission of the devil is to steal, kill, and destroy as many people as possible. He tempts and seduces people with his lies, and as soon as he controls the person, he steals and destroys the person. Although it may seem innocent, hopeful, and promising in the natural realm, the reality is, that they are lies of the devil, that bring forth total destruction in the lives of people.
You will reap, what you sow
Due to the fact, that many believers practice yoga and martial arts (both derive from Hinduism and Buddhism). These evil spirits will enter the church.
We notice that the ‘self’ has become the center of attention in many churches. Everything is based upon the prosperity and material enrichment of people. We also notice an indifference towards sins, passivity for the Kingdom of God, an increase in fame, pride, sexual uncleanness, etc.
This is not surprising, because the Bible says, that you will reap what you sow. Therefore if you sow in the flesh, you will reap the fruit of the flesh.
The church has been separated from the world
A born again Christian; a son of God, has been separated from the world. Therefore a born again Christian shouldn’t walk like the world and engage him/herself with the things of this world, but should separate him/herself from it. The world will always contradict the Word, they will never go together. The world says to seek yourself, but the Word instructs us, to not seek ourselves.
Let no man seek his own, but every man another’s wealth (1 Corinthians 10:24).
If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others (Philippians 4:1-4)
The believers and disciples of Jesus Christ shouldn’t focus on the things, which are on this earth but focus upon the things, which are above, where Christ is seated.
If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God (Colossians 3:1-3)
The Bible says to walk after the Spirit and not after the flesh
The Bible instructs us to walk after the Spirit and not after the flesh and therefore, we shouldn’t pay attention to the flesh and obey its will, but to the Spirit and obey His will.
A healthy lifestyle and sports are tactics, which the devil uses to seduce many Christians and draw them to his domain.
Many carnal Christians go to gyms or dojos and practice kickboxing, karate, judo, qigong, or some other kind of martial arts, because this is supposed to be beneficial for your health; body, mind, (mental) balance, strength, etc. But this is one big lie!
As soon as you engage in one of these combat sports, you shall be focused upon your body; your flesh, which you have laid down and buried when you were baptized in Christ.
As mentioned before, one of the first traits, that will become visible in your life, will be irritation, angriness, aggressiveness, intolerance, pride, megalomania, and sexual uncleanness.
Children practice judo and are drawn into the darkness
There are many schools that promote judo and consider judo great for children to do, because judo has mental and physical benefits for children. They encourage children, who are shy, timid, or unmanageable to take judo classes, so that Children learn to stand up for themselves, defend themselves, improve their confidence, and self-esteem, and develop discipline and respect. But do you know what judo means? Did you know, that judo means soft way? Did you know that judo originates from Japan, from Taoism; the way of life?
When a child practice judo, the child shall engage in Taoism and walk in another way of life than the Way of life of Jesus Christ.
Every technique and move originate and is connected to Taoism; the doctrine of evil demonic spirits. You can’t disconnect judo from Taoism (Read also: ‘Can you separate the spiritual from Eastern philosophies and practices?‘).
There are many secondary schools that provide self-defense classes during gym hours.
The world says that self-defense is good for young adults, because they learn to defend themselves. But if that’s the case, then why do so many kidnappings, rapes, etc. take place?
When someone approaches you with a weapon, do you think that it will be time to show your self-defense moves?
Besides that, the Bible nowhere instructs us nor promotes us, to defend ourselves. Look at Jesus’ life, where did Jesus defend Himself? Or with whom did Jesus go into battle, when Jesus was banned from the synagogue or when Jesus was captured?
Jesus didn’t even resist when He was taken captive. When Peter cut off the ear of the servant of the high priest, Jesus didn’t say: “Well done Peter, that’s really good of you!” No! Jesus healed the ear of the servant and did well.
God wants to take care of His children and protect them. God is our Protector and no one else. But if you take self-defense classes, first of all, you show through your deeds that you don’t trust God but that you rely on your own ability and secondly, that you expect to be attacked by someone. The ‘what if’ question should not be part of the life of a Christian.
The remainders of the former life are taken into the church
The problem is, that in today’s world, many Christians don’t lay down their old life, and don’t put off the old man. They take the remainder of their (occult) old life into the church, and therefore the church is being affected by occult powers.
Unfortunately, there are not many spiritual leaders, who are able to discern these evil demonic spirits and throw them out of the church, before they will affect the lives of other members of the church.
The spirit of Hinduism, Buddhism, and new age have already entered the church, and are active among believers. It is all based on feelings (Read also: ‘New age in the church’ and ‘The Holy Spirit vs the new age spirit, which spirit dwells in you?‘).
Look at church services and the volume of the music, and the many repetitions of the chorus and certain sentences.
By using melodies and the repetition of words, people are getting in some kind of trance.
We see a lot of spiritual and emotional manifestations. The ‘self’ has become the center of the church service and emptying yourself and enlightenment is being promoted, etc.
But when you decide to follow Jesus, it means that you have to give up your own life and follow Him.
Are you willing to give up your life for Jesus Christ?
If you decide to follow Jesus and become born again in Christ, you will be transferred from the kingdom of darkness into the Kingdom of God. This means, that you shall no longer do, and engage yourself with, the works of the kingdom of darkness but you shall listen to God. You shall live according to His Word and His commandments.
There are still many Christians, who live in the lies of the devil in the power of the devil and are not willing to give up their old carnal life because they still love the world.
They think they are free, but in reality, they are still a slave to the devil and to sin.
When we look at the people, who practiced magical arts, in the book of Acts, we read that they knew very well, what it meant to follow Jesus Christ and to give up their old life with their occult practices. They gave up their profession and income, for Jesus Christ.
They not only confessed Jesus as their Lord, but they also acted according to their confessions. They burned their books, from which they gained all their worldly knowledge and magician power. However, today many take
And many that believed came, and confessed, and shewed their deeds. Many of them also which used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men: and they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver. So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed (Acts 19:18-20)
If you practice martial arts, are you willing to give up martial arts for Jesus? Or do you love martial arts and its power and the respect you get, more than you love Jesus?
Do you use the lies of the devil to Christianize martial arts and make martial arts approved for Christians to practice?Or do really give up your life for Jesus Christ and lay down your old life, including martial arts, and take the Bible and follow Him, just like the occult practitioners, who repented and turned away from their old practices and burned their books for Jesus and followed Him.
‘Be the salt of the earth’
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