Gospel magic is the use of otherwise standard stage magic tricks and illusions as object lessons to promote Christian messages.[1] Gospel magic does not claim to invoke spirits or paranormal powers. Gospel magic is intended to present the Christian good news through "visual parables";[2] the trick or illusion is used to present theological points in an entertaining way with the intention that people will remember the message.[3] Gospel magic is generally presented as stage magic or platform magic, but it can be adapted to close-up magic or micromagic situations.