Can Christians write fantasy stories that are set in magical lands that involve mythical creatures (like fairies, dragons, aliens, etc), and referencing Greek, Norse, or Egyptian mythology? This includes writing science fiction stories.
Some would say that it is okay to write fantasy stories, so long as the stories do not glorify sex, excessive violence, and characters aren't swearing every other sentence. Some would say that writing fantasy stories are okay if there is a Christian message. Some would also say that we must distinguish between fantasy and reality.
Some would say that it is not okay to write such stories. The bible says in 1 Thessalonians 5:22 to abstain from all appearances of evil. So, for example, if a person were to write a story that had a character use magic, the author may be in danger of hell fire for promoting such evil, for sorcerers will have their part in the lake of fire that will burn day and night.
So what are your thoughts?
Some would say that it is okay to write fantasy stories, so long as the stories do not glorify sex, excessive violence, and characters aren't swearing every other sentence. Some would say that writing fantasy stories are okay if there is a Christian message. Some would also say that we must distinguish between fantasy and reality.
Some would say that it is not okay to write such stories. The bible says in 1 Thessalonians 5:22 to abstain from all appearances of evil. So, for example, if a person were to write a story that had a character use magic, the author may be in danger of hell fire for promoting such evil, for sorcerers will have their part in the lake of fire that will burn day and night.
So what are your thoughts?