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by RIPBobMarley on January 26th, 2010
Ok, let me fix all the answers i believe are wrong.
#1, Your body is a temple.
so dont smoke it, eat it, or vaporize it, even bongs are better.
#2, Messes with your mind.
How? even if you smoke more than anyone it will never change you, except for in two ways, it will make you peaceful, and more open minded.you decide if these are good or bad changes.
#3, illegal.
in the bible it does say follow the law of the land, but it also says all green herbs are for us to use. and like the other guy said, people including christians break the law all the time, whys this any different.
And ill tell you about me experience.A long time ago i didnt smoke or believe in the bible or god. Somehow i started smoking, but with people who smoked in the wrong way, they just watched tv and played games, but one was different, he studied, about alot of things, read the bible, took an interest in things we dont usually think about.one i was smoking with him, and he told me to read the bible, but i hesittaed because i hate reading, and i wasnt christian, but he convinced me in the end. The bible blew my mind, all these stories and proverbs i would start understanding cause i had an opened mind. I began studying many things too along with him. Im trying to say cannabis is like glasses that can see what our normal eyes cant, thats what makes it different from tobacco, alcohol, and alot of other drugs too. As long as we dont let it take control, we can use them to learn. Im not sure how to completely explain it, but what my main point is, i dont think god has anything against it. Its natural, they dont put all those chemicals in it like they do in the coco plant to make cocaine.
by Lilly on October 20th, 2009
I'm a born-again Spirit-filled christian and during a podical child time I smoked some marijuana. I was on large doses of morphine for over 7 yrs for chronic pain but when the VA hospital found THC in my system they took my pain meds away and gave me only 5 days to detox from years of use which any DR/Nurse would tell you is Very dangerous and extremely painful. Right before the withdrawl became so bad that I was about to go to the streets for pain relief a friend suggested a Methodone clinic which is how I am able to detox properly. Now my pain is no where near what is used to be Yes I still have it but I believe my body has been healin itself over the years by the grace of God, I used to smoke marijuana for the relaxation/fun of it but realized during my prodical child moment of doing it that it did actually help with my pain as well as my anxiety. So I see it like yes its illegal but it is only out of ignorance and old false information. I would rather do a natural non man-made substance for relief of pain and anxiety then something man-made like morphine/methodone/diludide etc... Yes its wrong because God says obey the Law but seeing as some states allow the use for medical reasons I believe that it is ok for use for certain reasons in the eyes fo God. Important question.. How do i feel about God when I smoke??? I love Him at all times no matter what.
Hope this helps some of you but in the end this is an issue between you and Father God.
by singwell-is off researching a lot on January 24th, 2008
It is ultimately between you and God. There are, however, principles of behaviour in the Bible, which might give you some guidance.
1. Our purpose on this earth is to glorify God. Does this glorify Him or just please ourself?
2.We ought to be self-controlled. That is one of the gifts of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22) Do we have self-control when we smoke cannabis, or are we out of control?
3. The Bible talks about drunkenness being a sin (also Galatians 5 , the verse before the one above) because of the bad behaviour associated with it. Cannabis smokers often also behave badly. Is this a good thing for a Christian? Even if it is only a possibility.
4. The Bible says that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.(1 Corinthians 6:19) Should we profane the Holy Spirit's temple by using substances that alter our brain patterns? Is this glorifying?
5. We must not cause others to stumble. If there are those around whose faith will be shaken if they see you smoking cannabis, then is this glorifying? It is the same thing with alcohol or any other substance that can be abused (even food!)
One last thing to consider is: can I do without it? If I can't, why not? Same with alcohol, same with Big Macs or whatever. If God is most important in our lives, we should be focussing on what glorifies him, even if it means giving something up.
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by ...trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. on January 24th, 2008
No, because it is illegal.
Thank you and may God bless you. :)
-In Jesus Christ's Name.
by pulsestartmh1000 on October 28th, 2009
I am a christian a i smoke weed every other day or for a week a month, thing is prople how don't smoke have no freaking idea about it, no i don't smoke so much weed that i'm all out of it or stone to the point i'm not in control. I smoke i little and kick back and read the bible things come to me better , i'm clear headed and more in control. i can feel God.
thing is the bible doesn't talk about smoking weed , you think it wasn't around, i be willing to bet it was around but it wasn't such a big deal so people didn't get stoned and kill each other, no they got drunk and done foolish things. truth as i see it, do what ever you do as long as you don't hurt yourself or anyone else. And folks that don't smoke and totally agaisnt it keep it away form them. lol
as far as the being legal thing, all christians break laws, i'm up in New Jersey now working and everyone on the road is speeding , everyone! your breaking the law piont blank, whats the different? speeding in your car , your putting everyone around you live in danger, when i smoke weed what i'm doing, please don't be so stupied to say "it's adictive"
just my 2 cents , smoke brother be cool , and spread the love of christ not some crazy bible laws do or don't , peace!!!
by Timjon on October 28th, 2009
Well, let me put it this way: if the Bible says we are to treat our body as the temple of God, do you think you should inject anything harmful into it?
by Kevin Wald on August 5th, 2008
would someone please explain how marijuana is against jesus christ,,,and if u say because its illegal or it changes ur state of mind,,dont bother to post cause ur an idiot
by captahab on February 1st, 2010
All of God's creation is good including cannabis, alcohol, and the like. God gave us resources to live this life! Everything has its purpose, and if it is in your faith, use responsibly. Remember Jesus' first miracle? He turned perfectly good-for-your-body healthy water INTO an intoxicating wine. Heavenly stamp of approval!
Now, Satin is the great deceiver who uses all tactics to discredit God including labeling one of God's creation 'evil'. I believe the cannabis issue is a trap laid by the devil in which most Christian communities have fallen into.
As far as the illegality of cannabis, I believe in civil disobedience. I believe in individual liberty and freedom to chose what I do with my body. Gandhi peacefully broke British law to make salt - and won. Rosa Parks peacefully broke the law to sit at the front of the bus - and won. Every time cannabis is used peacefully, we are winning our freedom back.
After all, at the end of the day, it is only I who answers to God for my life.
by poochie76 on June 27th, 2010
To me I would say that yes it is a sin. I smoked weed a lot, to the point that if I'm not smoking I become frustrated and a little bit of any thing would agitate me. So I prayed and asked God to take that urge from me and He did just that. I mean it isn't completely gone but its gone enough to the point that I don't think about it or get crazy if I don't have it. What I am basically saying is that, I don't think God would have taken that urge from me if it was okay to smoke in Heaven or Earth. Thats if I make it to Heaven, all I know is that I don't want to go to hell and if weed is going to stop me from getting in the pearly gates then let me not touch another blunt again. If you are sincere about what you pray for He will see you through it, and like I said He wouldn't have taken that urge from me if it wasn't a sin. I mean the urge is still there but we all know that we have to fight for ourselves as well don't expect Him to do all the work for you, He needs to see if you mean business too. After all who knows your heart better than God. People dont want it to be a sin so they can continue on doing what they are doing. Thats why I'm on this website anyway looking for some type of excuse to do what I want to do but deep down inside I know that I can't, you can't, and no one else can get into Heaven when you are wrapped up in sin. And to me.... that's real talk.
by Natasha_Y on November 17th, 2010
in the Bible it says that God made everything good and he gave us herbs to use,however he made them for us to EAT i dont think he made it for smoking just for fun or to relax.if you want to do that, go hang out with some friends thats fun, take a nap or get a message,that relaxes me. there are plenty of ther ways to do those things.the Bible says to spend your time wisely. He says to be "sober minded." (1 peter 5:8) and if you smoke it, then you are hurting yourself and disobeying God. plus you can get skin cancer and braincell damage from it.long term usage can cause phsycological damage.and think about it do you really want to be smoking weed for the rest of your life? some people cant stop it.Romans 13:1-2 talks about being submissive to governing authorities. it may be legal in some countries, but its not in ours! everyone does break the law and sin but that dosnt mean we are supposed keep doing it.plus you just smell bad when doing it. we as christians are supposed to spread the love of Christ and follow what Christ would do,which is obeying the laws of the Bible. thats what i think.
by Gonzo on January 24th, 2008
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