Do Fortune Tellers Have Power Over Your Future or Destiny?
No fortunetellers have any power over your future or destiny. They may provide you with information about your future, derived from any information you've shared with them, but this would be purely speculative. They do not have the ability to affect your future unless they are physically involved in your life. There are no such things as real fortunetellers. Many fortunetellers may believe they have psychic powers, but such powers are not scientifically proven and should not be taken seriously. Avoid paying these individuals money.
Scriptural Insights and Fortunetelling
Interestingly, the Bible does not offer us hope for accurate predictions about our personal affairs. Instead, it tells us that ‘time and unforeseen occurrence befall all persons.’ The Scriptures realistically advise: ‘You do not know what your life will be tomorrow.’—Eccl. 9:11 Jas. 4:13 14.
At times, a fortuneteller's predictions can be so general that they can be interpreted in more than one way. Additionally, many well-informed people recognize that there are fortunetellers who engage in selfish fraudulent practices, as condemned in the Bible. Ps. 55:23 Mal. 3:5. Notably, the Christian apostle Paul denounced the sorcerer Elymas as a 'man full of every sort of fraud and villainy.'—Acts 13:6-12. These factors should raise doubts in one's mind about consulting fortunetellers and the wisdom of basing decisions on their words.
The Consequences of Basing Decisions on Fortunetellers
Basing decisions on a fortuneteller's words can have very undesirable effects. For example, a businessman might suffer financial loss by acting on a fortuneteller's advice instead of relying on his own knowledge and judgment. Moreover, some individuals might adopt a fatalistic attitude because a fortuneteller has said that a certain event is sure to occur. However, if these individuals took the initiative, they might solve their problems and avert trouble.
The Bible does not advise anyone to wait passively for a predicted fate. Instead, it encourages the use of reasoning and then taking appropriate action. The Scriptures state: 'When wisdom enters your heart and knowledge itself becomes pleasant to your very soul, thinking ability itself will keep guard over you, discernment itself will safeguard you to deliver you from the bad way.'—Prov. 2:10-12.
Conclusion and Advice
In conclusion, fortunetellers often provide generalized information based on the limited, often incomplete, details you provide them. Their claims to psychic powers are not scientifically confirmed, and consulting them could lead to poor decisions. Instead, follow the biblical advice to use your reason and take action. Trust in your own ability to make decisions, and approach fortunetellers with skepticism and caution.