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Even in Christian circles, the idea of demonic possession is often delegated to the realms of "religious whackos." I think much of this has to do with the work of the mystery of iniquity to focus mankind on self and the physical in steps to the point we are at today where the scientific method eliminates understanding of the spiritual realm we are told about in scripture and the spiritual warfare that is going on for the souls of mankind. Pastor Joel Schimmel has done a great job presenting the history of music and tying the facts together pointing to the many occult roots of our modern entertainment industry. I know many may scoff at the ideas presented here and in the They Sold Their Souls For Rock N' Roll series, but there is a reality that no amount of disbelief can make go away. There is a war going for the souls of mankind whether one believes it or not. I've touched briefly on how this influence manifests as well in Thought: Voice of the Spirit Realm and believing the Bible as I do, believe also that there is much to what is presented here. - Phillip
Heath Ledger, the young and rising Hollywood Star who was dead in his Manhattan apartment after costarring in the latest Batman installment "Dark Knight", has been the object of discussion by his costars as to what place his role as the sadistic and demonic Joker may have played in his untimely death. Ledger was found face down at the foot of his bed with prescription sleeping pills nearby, police said. Authorities reportedly found six different types of prescription drugs in Ledger's apartment. The New York City Medical Examiner determined that the cause of death was “acute intoxication by the combined effects of oxycodone, hydrocodone, diazepam, temazepam, alprazolam, and doxylamine.”
These drugs ranged in pills that were meant to deal with everything from insomnia to anxiety. I personally believe that there are a number of factors that led to Heath Ledger's premature death and that there are many lessons for all of us to learn. Ledger's career began with big parts in 10 Things I Hate About You and A Knight's Tale, but the latter part of his short career took a notable downward turn with brooding roles beginning with 2001's Monster's Ball. Ledger would later play everything from a drug addict in the movie Candy, an incarnation of Bob Dylan in the film I'm Not There and a homosexual cowboy in Brokeback Mountain. Brokeback Mountain received mixed reviews because of its controversial message that many believe subverted traditional moral values. The Los Angeles Times reported that Ledger's role in Brokeback Mountain “made him an instant icon in the gay community.” Heath Ledger “will forever be remembered for his groundbreaking role as Ennis del Mar,” said Neil Giuliano, president of the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation, adding, “His powerful portrayal changed hearts and minds in immeasurable ways. He will be greatly missed.” Homosexual activists believe that Ledger played a decided role in opening up the general public to accepting homosexual activity as natural. However, The Star, reported that it was during his time starring as a gay cowboy that Heath Ledger changed for the worse. “During a 2005 interview about Brokeback Mountain, Ledger was massively different, but not always for the good,” claims The Star, “much of his youthful sparkle had also vanished. There was sadness behind his eyes.”
This sadness only intensified as Ledger battled depression, insomnia, and horrible mood swings. Many have failed to report about the dark spiritual void that Ledger struggled with and his acknowledgement that fame, drugs, and money could never satisfy him. Tragically, I believe that Hollywood's irresponsible penchant for glorifying indulgent lifestyles is largely responsible for the premature death of Heath Ledger and countless other lost souls. Hollywood has long had a campaign against traditional moral values, espousing irresponsible sexual behavior, gratuitous violence, blasphemy, and the mockery of God.
