Miley Cyrus and Her Parents: Are They Demon Possessed or Just Depraved?

Miley Cyrus has made big news this week. Again. At the MTV Video Music Awards she came onstage in what amounted to nothing more than her underwear. Then sang a song with very little words and a whole lot of action. I'm told she simulated various sex acts onstage for all the world to see. I say that I'm “told” this because I didn't see the display, nor will I. The articles I read online, coupled with the still photographs I saw were enough to tell the miserable tale. Miley Cyrus is out of control. She has become a national joke. Even the left-wing liberals who would normally embrace the crudeness of such a performance have recoiled in disgust and laughed at her. To look at her is to feel equal parts sadness, outrage, and disgust. Our society is sick; and this is only the latest example of that.

From a spiritual perspective, it's perplexing to consider what Cyrus did. To go out in public looking like that and acting like that; one has to wonder if she is possessed by a demon or something. This is bizarre behavior, even by Hollywood standards. Or perhaps this is a sobering example of what happens when the “restraining grace” of God is removed. The fact is that all of us have the capacity to be far more evil than we are. God restrains these evil tendencies; because if He didn't we would see murder and perversion on such wide levels that society would crumble. But then again, it seems that society IS crumbling before our very eyes. At least American society is. And for this, there is plenty of blame to go around. Lets begin with parents.

When Miley finished her “performance” at the MTV awards; her mother leaped to her feet wildly applauding her daughter's “song.” A proud momma? Or a pathetic enabler? The fame and fortune that the Cyrus clan desired for their daughter has come. They got what they always wanted; but was this the end result they had in mind? Miley started out as the sweetsy little teeny-bopper known as “Hannah Montana” on the Disney Channel. But like most Hollywood child stars, it's just a matter of time before they go the “trashy” route. Similar things have happened with Britney Spears and Justin Bieber. It seems to me that a word of caution should be issued to parents regarding this matter. Be very careful about who you allow in front of your children's eyes to serve as their role models. That sweet little “wholesome” girl they're watching on Disney channel today could very well (and probably will) be simulating sex acts on stage for MTV tomorrow. And by then, you'll be doing damage control with your kids. By then you'll have some serious explaining to do as to why your kid's hero has suddenly become the latest tabloid star, drug addict, or garden variety slut. Satan is very seductive in this way. He will package a “star” as a sweet little girl; but parents need to wake up and use some discernment. Beneath the cute Disney clothes of Hannah Montana, beat the heart of a depraved vixen. One that would come to rotten fruition in time. How do I know she was and is depraved? Because she is a human; and such is the natural condition of all humans. (see Romans 3:23 and Ephesians 2:1-3) Sadly, most parents (like most kids) are more concerned with being thought “cool and faddish” than they are being thought “Christ-like and faithful.” This is expected with the spiritually lost of the world; it's disappointing when you see it from the Christian families as well.

Miley's father, Billy Ray Cyrus, is a “star” in his own right. He got his start in country music twenty years ago with his popular and deeply profound musical masterpiece (please note my sarcasm) known as “Achy Breaky Heart.” If you've never heard it, don't waste your time. It'll be a minute and twenty-seven seconds of your life you'll never get back. The asinine title of the song pretty much says it all. Billy Ray has very little musical talent or acting skills; and both of these “gifts” he passed on to his daughter. (At least that's my opinion.) After Miley's display the other night, Billy Ray offered up a “tweet” as well. What might you think a father would say at that point? He should be broken-hearted over what his daughter has become; and he should be guilt-ridden over his role in it. He wanted fame and fortune for her; and he got it. Today she's famous for wearing her underwear in public and simulating sex with a bunch of bozos on national TV.

If I were Miley's father I would have marched on stage with baseball bat in hand and “ended” this little charade. The male singers performing with her would have been bloodied; and I would have told my daughter to get off the stage and go put some clothes on. Hey, I would have ended up in jail; but some things are worth being locked up for, right? Instead of my scenario, Billy Ray tweeted this: “Thanking God for many blessings tonight. Praying for world peace. More love....less hate.” No offense to Billy Ray, but this sounds like a tweet from someone who is either severely mentally deranged or who is so doped up on “happy pills” that he is detached from the world around him. He is thanking God for many blessings? Maybe he meant the fact that God didn't drop a fiery millstone upon his daughter. Maybe he meant the financial blessings that he's been allowed to have at the expense of his family. World peace? Why is world peace the topic of the day for him when his daughter is publicly embarrassing herself? World peace? Seriously? “More love less hate”might be the liberal, showbiz nonsense of a man who wants to desperately change the subject. It seems that Mr. & Mrs. Cyrus need some severe counseling. Perhaps the session should start with a backhand to Billy Ray and a summons to WAKE UP YOU MORON! Do you see what's become of your little girl while you tweet about “world peace?” Do you dare invoke the name of “God” and His blessings when you and your family have wiped mental excrement on the minds of American TV viewers?

My closing thought is this. Miley Cyrus is indeed a sad case. No question she needs prayer; and there's no question about the fact that it would be glorious to see God show her grace and change her heart and life. He doesn't owe that to her, any more than He owes it to anyone else. Miley is currently quite proud of her MTV performance. She (or whoever tweets for her) tweeted after the show that she was proud of the fact that 306,000 people had “tweeted” about her. Apparently the producers of MTV also bragged on her and she expressed her happiness over that. It seems she's not cognizant of the fact that MTV is only making money off of her antics and that she is nothing but a tool to them. If only she knew better. Or if only she had parents to guide her away from such Hollywood wolves. Oh yeah, that's right. She DOES have parents. Mom is applauding her, while Dad tweets about world peace. While the daughters of America (along with their parents) long for the fame and fortune Miley possesses. Young ladies of America, let me encourage you to set your sights a little bit higher. If your parents are too enmeshed in the world to give you wise direction, let me point you to where you should go. Find you a Bible and open it up to Proverbs 31. Read it. Study it. Live it. Become it. Find some other women who are like minded and imitate them as they imitate Christ. If your parents are like Miley's then ignore their counsel because they don't have your best interest, nor God's glory in mind......And say a prayer for Miley. Only God can change what she has become. And only God can make her want that change.

Comments

[Deb M]

Agreed 100 percent!

[Debi]

Totally on target - amen!

[Lauren]

Where, in this blog entry, is there room for Jesus' grace? All I see here is condemnation that Jesus didn't express toward sinners, and He was/is perfect. If anyone had the right to condemn, He did, but He chose grace instead. Not one of us is better than anyone else, and thinking we are better is sin in itself.

[Jack Selph]

There has to be recognition of sin to even acknowledge grace. I ain't better than anyone else. Without the sacrifice of the BLOOD of JESUS I am just a depraved as she or anyone else. Love is not a license to continue . Repent is an ugly word because it requires us to turn away from something and turn toward Godly activities.

[Shane]

Lauren,
Thanks for the comment. As to your question about where in the blog is grace? My last paragraph says: "No question she needs prayer; and there's no question about the fact that it would be glorious to see God show her grace and change her heart and life." I don't believe we do people a service by ignoring sin. And acting like Jesus is the only person called to speak against it. All Christians are called to "speak the truth in love." My main criticism in the article was the parents; whom I believe (like many in America today) have shirked their role as provider and protector. As I said in the article, if I were Miley's dad my desire would be to protect her rather than exploit her. I think that would be an example of a gracious father. Though sometimes grace requires strength and even force. For example, the grace of God in Christ required a brutal crucifixion.

Thanks again for the comment. I'm sorry if I came across as too harsh in your mind.

Blessings,
Shane Kastler

[Lisa Cash]

Shane, love your family, but I agree with Lauren above. This post is CLANGING so loudly in my ears that I am not sure I will be able to hear anything you say after this. Check yourself, brother.

[Shane]

Lisa,
Thank you for the concern. Obviously I disagree with you. I feel that my “CLANGING” (as you call it) is a necessary tool to awaken Americans; (and especially Christians) out of the spiritual trance they seem to have found themselves in. Who would have ever thought we would reach a time when a singer would come out dressed like that and perform like that? Too many Christians today simply “go along and get along” and are too intimidated to speak out against such things. American Christians seem to be so afraid of offending the world, that they now have no problem offending God. The world has duped many Christians into thinking it's “judgmental” to have standards of right and wrong. And to proclaim those standards. But the very call of the gospel is to repent from “sin.” Therefore “sin” must be pointed out and defined. I'm afraid many Pastors are guilty of this as well and seek to be thought of as “cool” rather than faithful. But Christianity has never been “cool” and never will be. The world crucified our Lord; and the world today still hates Him and His followers. We are called to be "salt and light" but that can't be done unless we are willing to sometimes be "salty" and shine a "light" into the darkness. I think if more Christians spoke out 10 or 20 years ago, maybe we'd have less of the nonsense we see today. Many have said that Miley is “sad.” I totally agree and said so in the article. I also said she needed prayer and that I hope God shows her grace. But much more needs to be done than simply “praying for Miley.” Her stunts were vile; and Christians need to point that out as well and remember that “without holiness, no one will see God.” (Hebrews 12:14) I have no influence over Miley and she's unlikely to ever read my blog (though I wish she would). But I do have influence over other young girls and their parents. And my hope is to convince them that the fame, fortune, “Miley Cyrus” route is a wide road that leads to destruction. I hope to convince them that they would be far better served to go the “Proverbs 31” route and follow Christ instead. Maybe they will heed my counsel, or maybe not. I'll leave that in the hands of a sovereign God. But I won't apologize for “clanging” the truth when most people today simply stay quiet to avoid trouble, or lap up the filth that the world dishes out......Thanks again for your comment and concern. I truly do appreciate it.

Blessings to you,
Shane K.

[Katrina]

I think it is the "christian" community that needs to wake up. They need to realize that "hollywood stars" have sold their souls to the devil for fame and fortune so none of them are worth watching. They are putting on displays so that others will follow them into the pit. I know - as one who was reclaimed by the Master Yahushua (who most mis- name j-sus). He is Hebrew and His name means Yah's Salvation; He saved me.

I too refuse to watch the performance but according to the still photos that are plastered on the internet news Miley is portraying a manifested demon--note the knotted hair on both sides of her head that look like little horns and the extended tongue. Also, demons are transferred via sexual contact which is why the performance had such sexual overtones.

She probably is demon possessed. At best, her "performance" was choreographed and scripted by higher authorities (wickedness in high places) to send a message to anyone who can read symbols. The message is that there is something demonic about to be unleashed on America and perhaps the entire world.

I had a dream about it over a year ago, and I want to leave Babylon (the U.S.) but have not been allowed to...yet. Here's a link to the strange dream I had; it's the second one listed ---http://yahushuareturns.wordpress.com/dreams-and-visions/

Many people have and continue to sacrifice their children to the devil aka L-rd G-d. When Billy Ray professes G-d, he is right. Christians are the ones who use pagan terms to describe the Most High whose name is Yah according to Ps 68:4 and other Hebrew texts. Then they get irate when the devil's people use the term correctly.

L-rd G-d is also known in scripture as "baal gad" or the Babylonian diety of "FORTUNE." Get it now--Billy Ray is blessed by G-d, but Yah may have a different verdict to hand down to him for sacrificing his daughter to the devil.

[Katrina]

Also, the character of Yahushua has mistakenly been altered right along with His name. He came in the Father's name and character. The Father does not tolerate unrepentant sin not washed by the blood of Yahushua.

The grace that we have by believing in Yahushua (Yah's obedient Son) is the grace to repent of sins, be washed, and converted. There is no grace to live sinfully as many teach about J-sus.

There is no mistaking the mission of Yahushua to do the Father's will. His first coming was to free the captives, open the eyes of the blind, and preach the gospel to the poor (Luke 4:18, Isaiah 61:1). His return is to fulfill the last part of the Isaiah prophecy in (Isaiah 61:2) to declare the day of vengeance of Yah.

Since judgement day is fast approaching --CLANG ON!!

[Laurie]

Miley is a victim. She is a MK Ultra slave. You shouldn't be ridiculing her, you should be convicting her handlers and programmers.

[Jo Landry]

Amen. Satan has his marks all over this girl (check out her all seeing eye tattoo along with many other blatant nods to whom she now actively serves). I agree wholeheartedly that the saddest part of all is the complete absence of parental protection, wisdom etc. I think they (her parents) must surely already be tasting the sourness of exchanging your own daughter (soul included) for such temporal emptiness. I attempted to watch the clip the news linked to, but it was so spiritually oppressive I felt too sick to keep on looking. Satan is having a ball in the music industry and God's people need to wake up and lift high the banner of the cross as soldiers of Christ.Thanks Shane for 'quitting ye like men' and keeping His banner high.

[John Veritas]

Remember, We wrestle not against flesh & blood, but principalities.
She is (willingly) being used by spirits of the darkness which (she thinks) give her power in exchange for her ever-increasing depravity. Condemn the act, not the person. Someone get to her, and get her to see. However, you may not be able to cast out a demon when the host is a willing participant. Pray for her. She really needs it. She really needs the help only Jesus can provide. Pray for her.