Scripture consistently forbids seeking guidance from astrology and divination, calling believers instead to trust God's direction alone.
Scripture on Astrology
Deuteronomy 18:10-12
Old Testament
"Let no one be found among you... who practices divination or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft, or casts spells... Anyone who does these things is detestable to the Lord."
Isaiah 47:13-14
Old Testament
"All the counsel you have received has only worn you out! Let your astrologers come forward, those stargazers who make predictions month by month, let them save you from what is coming upon you. Surely they are like stubble; the fire will burn them up."
Acts 16:16-18
New Testament
"Once when we were going to the place of prayer, we were met by a female slave who had a spirit by which she predicted the future. She earned a great deal of money for her owners by fortune-telling. Paul became greatly disturbed, turned around and said to the spirit, 'In the name of Jesus Christ I command you to come out of her!' At that moment the spirit left her."
Colossians 2:8
New Testament
"See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ."
Proverbs 3:5-6
Old Testament
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
The Bottom Line
God doesn't compete with horoscopes—He invites you to know Him, and that's infinitely more reliable than the stars.
Try Today
If you've consulted astrology for guidance, confess it to God and ask Him specifically for wisdom on whatever question you were seeking answers for. Then wait for His answer through Scripture, prayer, or wise counsel.
Prayer
Jesus taught us to ask the Father for what we need, and He promises to give good gifts to those who ask (Matthew 7:11).
Father, I confess that I've looked to astrology and divination instead of trusting You. I've wanted certainty about the future, and I've sought it in the wrong places. Forgive me. I believe You are sovereign, wise, and trustworthy—far more reliable than any horoscope or fortune-teller. Give me courage to trust You with my future, even when I can't see it. Show me how to seek Your guidance through Your Word, prayer, and wise people. Help me believe that knowing You is better than knowing what's coming. In Jesus' name, Amen.
📚 Read Isaiah 46—Isaiah consistently contrasts God's sovereignty with the emptiness of astrology and false prediction.
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