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Two pastors debate whether Christians can watch movies with magic and witchcraft
A debate between two pastors asks whether films like the Harry Potter franchise are acceptable for Christians. Some evangelicals have argued the positive portrayal of witchcraft could desensitize children to the occult.[1, 2] The debate centers on the "Harry Potter" series, which became a film franchise in 2001.[1, 2]
Covered by Blaze Media and Conservative Review
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