Can a Christian smoke marijuana?

[ChristineES]

I'll try to remember that next time I jaywalk.

I don't normally jaywalk. And Christians would get a ticket for it if they are caught, the same as anyone else.

 

[pwfaith]

What do Christians think of this?

It seems to be ok to drink alcohol as it's frequently mentioned in a positive way in the Bible. But how about smoking marijuana?

In most countries it is illegal but apart from that fact what would the Bible think about it?

I think that perhaps it scares Christians as it gives people spiritual insight and turns them into witches.

This is one of those things where I think intent plays a large part in it. Using it in a manner that would destroy one's body, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally would be wrong. Anything that becomes addictive in our life in a negative way is frowned upon in the bible, imo.(such as effects our relationship with God, family, friends, and drags us down rather than building us up). But to use it for medical reasons, I don't see a problem with (again assuming it's not illegal).

 

[pwfaith]

Can Christians smoke marijuana? Sure, they can.

Do Christians smoke it? I'm sure a great number of them do.

Should they smoke it? Is that what you really mean to ask?

Some might quote the "Render unto Caesar's" verse as somehow a commandment to always abide by all possible laws regardless of how just or unjust they are. I think we're entitled to question laws themselves... especially victimless 'crimes' and other personally intrusive laws... unless we just want to let ourselves become enslaved by an authoritarian government. I don't think so.

I say Caesar is dead, dude. Why should I render him anything? LOL

Is using drugs a victimless crime? (I don't mean for medical purposes but for recreational use)

 

[no-body]

I don't normally jaywalk. And Christians would get a ticket for it if they are caught, the same as anyone else.

And that one ticket will mean my entire life is over

Is using drugs a victimless crime?

Yes

 

[ChristineES]

Using drugs can be a victimless crime, especially when it comes to marijuana, which doesn't really cause any major problems (outside of lung cancer and other health problems). The problem is becoming addicted to some more powerful drugs, like Meth amphetamines, which although the use itself is victimless, the person using just might do something drastic to get another hit.

 

[ChristineES]

Quote:

I don't normally jaywalk. And Christians would get a ticket for it if they are caught, the same as anyone else.

And that one ticket will mean my entire life is over

There is also a bigger chance to be hit by car while jaywalking. And if you are hit in a crosswalk, the driver is in the wrong, but it wouldn't be the driver's fault if he/she hits someone while jaywalking (at least not necessarily, depends on the situation, too). Of course, being hit, we would be just as hurt (or dead) no matter where we are when we are hit by a car.

 

[Reverend Rick]

Let's expand this subject a little.

Is there any difference between smoking pot which is illegal and say, speeding on the highway?

Do you believe there is greater and lesser sins?

 

[Trey of Diamonds]

Can Christians Smoke Marijuana?

Can Politicians inhale?

Does it really matter what time it is?

 

[ChristineES]

Let's expand this subject a little.

Is there any difference between smoking pot which is illegal and say, speeding on the highway?

Do you believe there is greater and lesser sins?

Both are breaking the law. Granted, for one of them you get a ticket (normally) and for the other you will dragged to jail for possession. So while both are against the law, the price you pay will be different. I think it may be the same for sin. Maybe.

 

[Reverend Rick]

I think it may be the same for sin. Maybe.

I believe we all sin. No one is above sin IMHO. For the Christian, the issue is whether we are forgiven or not.

I don't believe in greater or lesser sin.

 

[SCHIZO]

What do Christians think of this?

It seems to be ok to drink alcohol as it's frequently mentioned in a positive way in the Bible. But how about smoking marijuana?

In most countries it is illegal but apart from that fact what would the Bible think about it?

I think that perhaps it scares Christians as it gives people spiritual insight and turns them into witches.

Jesus says, It is not what goes into your body that will defile you. It is the words that come out of your mouth that will defile you.

Marijuana is fine to consume. It is not a sin to use drugs or drink or to smoke cigarettes.

 

[SCHIZO]

Isn't there a Bible verse pertaining to god "putting the herb on the earth for man's use"? I'd say that answers this question pretty well.

yea, its in Genesis: And God gave every herb bearing seed and to you it shall be for meat.

 

[SCHIZO]

Sure, a Christian can smoke marijuana.

1 Corinthians 6:12
"All things are allowed, but not all things are beneficial. Still, all things are allowed, but I will not be enslaved by anything."

Paul says yes, as long as it doesn't prevent you from following the teachings of Jesus, basically.

Paul says he will not be enslaved by anything, yet, he is enslaved by Jesus.

 

[SCHIZO]

Well, Stephen was stoned...
And Isaiah saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up...

You know God has to be as high as a kite. Just think about what his consciousness must be like.

 

[SCHIZO]

You're neglecting the fact that much spiritual insight can be attained from profound realizations of humor and fits of laughter. Comedy is an often overlooked aspect of spiritual development.

Besides that, it also depends on the environment in which one consumes/inhales the cannabis plant. Done within a serene forest meadow may incite deep feelings of connectivity to the greater natural system that may not be readily accessible to the 9-to-5 busy body that forgot how to really just sit and be.

Of course, marijuana isn't crucial in practicing meditation or contemplation of nature but it certainly magnifies the experiences when done properly. I view it as a spiritual aid or tool, although one must be careful not to become dependent upon it for spiritual insight and living.

What is the danger of becoming dependent upon drugs for spiritual insight and living. I was indulgent with drugs and I have survived. I don't see what the big deal is about using drugs in excess. I've used them in excess and...and...what? Is that just a learned thought--take caution when using your drugs? Or is it people just can't handle their drugs?

 

[dust1n]

Grass does not give anyone "spiritual insight". It messes with your mind, and that's it.

I've found this to be true for everything. Than again how can you get insight without your head being messed around first?

 

[Awoon]

What do Christians think of this?

It seems to be ok to drink alcohol as it's frequently mentioned in a positive way in the Bible. But how about smoking marijuana?

In most countries it is illegal but apart from that fact what would the Bible think about it?

I think that perhaps it scares Christians as it gives people spiritual insight and turns them into witches.

Since a Christian can be anyone who calls theirself Christian and I know a lot that do and they smoke marijuana its Ok.

 

[outhouse]

Let's expand this subject a little.

Is there any difference between smoking pot which is illegal and say, speeding on the highway?

Do you believe there is greater and lesser sins?

speeding is not a sin because a governement wants to collect fees for a state imposed law.


now affecting ones mind was frowned on by christianity.


"can" someone yes they can

 

[Fester]

It's given me spiritual insight. I wouldn't say it messes with my mind so much as expands it. It really does. It enables your thoughts and mystical feelings to randomize into newer and more profound formations. My point is just that you cannot say it does not give anyone spiritual insight because it definitely does.

Those who've never even attempted to utilize it in this manner probably don't really know its experiential properties. It's one thing to let a TV AD or a church leader tell you what marijuana does, and quite another thing to actually experience it for yourself. It may not be for everyone, but its wrong for the government to outlaw it for everyone else.

I've experienced it for myself. You might feel spiritually heightened by it. Or you might feel incredibly sexy and brilliantly funny. It all depends on how your brain cells are affected.

 

[Fester]

Is using drugs a victimless crime? (I don't mean for medical purposes but for recreational use)

No. Consider where those drugs came from, and what was involved in getting them to your doorstep.