A Christian Parent's Guide to Halloween

How should Christian parents, grandparents, and caregivers approach Halloween? For many families, it’s a fun and lighthearted holiday where kids dress up, laugh with friends, and gather buckets of candy. But for others, the concerns about its history, spiritual influences, and ties to darkness feel too significant to ignore.

So where’s the balance? Is there a way to enjoy the community aspects of Halloween while staying true to your faith? Or is it better to step away entirely?

To help you navigate these questions, we’ve gathered 13 of the most insightful quotes from our Halloween archives - offering a wide range of perspectives rooted in faith and Scripture. This guide is designed to give you clarity, provide biblical wisdom, and equip you with a strategy to prayerfully make the best decision for your family this October 31.

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