The Law of Attraction: Why It Is Unbiblical
The “Law of Attraction” teaches that by focusing your thoughts and intentions on certain desires—such as wealth, health, or success—you can attract them into your life. While this idea has gained popularity in self-help books and motivational seminars, it is not aligned with Scripture. In fact, the Bible warns against such man-centered philosophies and points us back to God as the true source of blessing and direction.
1. The Law of Attraction Glorifies Self, Not God
At the heart of the Law of Attraction is the idea that you create your reality by the power of your mind. This shifts the focus away from God’s sovereignty and places it on human willpower.
Isaiah 42:8 – “I am the LORD; that is my name! My glory I give to no other, nor my praise to carved idols.”
Jeremiah 17:5 – “Thus says the LORD: ‘Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart turns away from the LORD.’”
Scripture makes clear that relying on our own strength, rather than God, leads us away from Him.
2. Scripture Teaches Submission to God’s Will, Not “Manifestation”
The Law of Attraction encourages believers to “manifest” whatever they want—money, love, health—by visualizing it. But the Bible teaches that we should seek God’s will above our own.
Matthew 6:10 – “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”
James 4:15 – “Instead you ought to say, ‘If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.’”
Christians are called to pray with humility, trusting that God knows what is best for us—not trying to bend reality to our desires.
3. The Law of Attraction Promotes Greed and Worldliness
Much of the Law of Attraction focuses on material success. This contradicts Scripture’s warning against covetousness and worldly desires.
Luke 12:15 – “Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.”
1 John 2:15–17 – “Do not love the world or the things in the world… the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever.”
God does provide for our needs (Philippians 4:19), but chasing after material things as the source of happiness is contrary to the gospel.
4. True Power Comes from God, Not Positive Thinking
The Law of Attraction teaches that thoughts emit energy that influences the universe. But Scripture teaches that God alone has the power to create, sustain, and govern the world.
Colossians 1:16–17 – “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible… and in him all things hold together.”
Proverbs 19:21 – “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand.”
No amount of “positive energy” can override God’s will.
5. The Gospel Offers Transformation, Not Attraction
Finally, the Law of Attraction teaches self-improvement through personal effort, while the gospel offers transformation through Christ.
2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”
Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
Instead of trying to attract blessings, Christians are called to be transformed by God’s Spirit and live for His purposes.
Conclusion
The Law of Attraction is appealing because it promises control, success, and prosperity. But it is ultimately unbiblical—it denies God’s sovereignty, fuels greed, and distracts us from living a Christ-centered life. True blessing comes not from “manifesting” our desires but from seeking God first.
Matthew 6:33 – “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
As believers, we must reject worldly philosophies and trust fully in the Lord, who knows what we need before we even ask (Matthew 6:8).