is role-playing games rejected by the bible?

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Kyle
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is role-playing games rejected by the bible?

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i've read about harry potter and pokemon stuff, but there are many people out there who play MMORPG's (massively multiplayer online roleplaying games), and some have you choosing a race like elf, dwarf, or human, and some you use magic, or slay demons.

my question is if it is alright to be involved with those games in a safe level?
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that is a very interesting question, and it is something to think about.

When you look at it that way are any games alright that involve killing or stealing such as GTA.

#1 Do we know the difference between real and pretend.

I do, but does that make a difference to the LORD god.
Church tradition tells us that when John, son of Zebadee and brother of James was an old man, his disciples would carry him to church in their arms.
He would simply say, “Little children, love one another”
After a time his disciples wearied at always hearing these same words and asked “Master why do you always say this?
He replied, “it is the Lords command, and if done, it is enough”
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If it is within a fantasy environment, it is safe, Kyle.

As long as you don't actually believe and try to indulge in real-life witchcraft (which I'm sure you're smart enough not to :) ) then it's fine.
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When you look at it that way are any games alright that involve killing or stealing such as GTA.
Yes, but these games promote killing in a more positive sense, and usually do not promote or reward criminal behavior.
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Such things can probably brainwash people who don't see what's going on. Subliminal messaging.
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don't know. but it sure is fun. :P i think it depends on the person. if you don't believe it's right for you, don't do it.
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