Thoughts on Christians smoking cannabis (Christian thread)

aussiegrowing

aussiegrowing

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I'm a bible beliving Christian that got saved about 4 years ago after seeking spirtual "enlightenment and truth" until I came to the the real truth and that is, I am a sinner and only Jesus Christ can save a soul. I'm not here to start arguments as it seems bringing the truth of Jesus Christ up tends to cause problems from my experience lol, I'm Not here to debate if Jesus is the risen King of kings and Lord of lords who is God which I fervently believe and know this to be the truth. I'm here to discuss with other Christians if they think it's sinful to smoke cannabis. As it's something i still wrestle with after getting saved.

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 1 Peter 5:8 KJV

Thanks in advance.
 
aussiegrowing

aussiegrowing

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CountryFriedPotHead said:
Christians are wanna be’s. You dont need a religion or a sub class to have a spiritual connection with God. Church will hold you back from the connection God intends to have with you. Smoke your dope, talk to God. Church is for the birds
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I agree religion is rediculous and I don't go to church I have a spiritual relationship with God through Jesus. Alot of churches and religious organisations use the bible to make merchandise of people. The bible even warns us of these people.

But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction. And many shall follow their pernicious ways; by reason of whom the way of truth shall be evil spoken of. And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not. 2 Peter 2:1‭-‬3 KJV
 
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custodian7138

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This topic interests me a great deal...

Many times it is easier to not discuss politics or religion... but this has been my experience.

After I went on medical cannabis, I had a mini self-realization that my life is filled with gifts from God that I was taking for granted.

I was raised in the Catholic church... but left during adolescence due to feelings of ridicule from others in my church based on my illicit cannabis use.

I have returned to private prayer in thanks and reflection on the gifts that I have received. But as of today, have not returned to the church in a formal manner... I pray each day, and feel more comfortable in my private relationship with God.

So... I consider my self a Christian... and I smoke every day to alleviate back spasms, leading to a happier, healthier lifestyle... and I consider medical cannabis a gift... for which I am thankful... I show my thanks thru private prayer... in the manner that I learned as a child.
 
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too larry

too larry

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I was raised in the Assembly of God Church. Have been loosely following the Muscogee (Creek) tradition most of my adult life. I'm a huge history buff, and from my readings on the subject, I'm pretty sure the early Christians used weed for their burnt offerings to the Creator. I continue that tradition today.

My thoughts on God is that every human has their own personal god. Folks use their god as much as they need to.
 
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BrewerT

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too larry said:
I was raised in the Assembly of God Church. Have been loosely following the Muscogee (Creek) tradition most of my adult life. I'm a huge history buff, and from my readings on the subject, I'm pretty sure the early Christians used weed for their burnt offerings to the Creator. I continue that tradition today.

My thoughts on God is that every human has their own personal god. Folks use their god as much as they need to.
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Considering Jesus was/is a Jew it is very likely that he himself along with his disciples also used it. Likely for ceremonies and Jesus' mystical acts akin to Kabbalah. Cannabis and Judaism have a deep and rich history. Many in historical academia credit the early biblical Jews for selecting high thc % cultivars as we know it today...cannabis. Jews are likely the ones to have isolated what we now call cannabis from hemp's genetic pool :)

Israel has been in the cannabis culture/scene for a rather long time. They were at one point in time the world leader on medicinal cannabis research. In the Hasidic Jewish Communities cannabis is very popular. Some of my earliest memories were of my Ema ( mother) and Abba ( father) smoking and growing it in our attic :)

I was born and raised a Hasidic Jew. I've smoked cannabis since about 12-13 years old. The Torah and Talmud both offer many wisdom's and teachings about cannabis.
 
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delacruz

delacruz

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I've always followed christian principles, but really, those principles are similar to most other religions. Help others when you can, honesty, integrity and kindness. To me, religion and spirituality are completely different concepts. Spirituality is a personal thing. Religion is spirituality lite. Organized rules and rites written by men. Books that are taken as the word of god written by men. Verses that went in the books chosen by a group of men. Men are fallible. Groups are worse. I trust organized religion about as far as I could toss a burning bush. That being said, I believe everyone has a right to their belief systems and I respect that as long as they don't tell me mine are wrong. As far as cannabis consumption goes my thoughts are that it's also a personal thing. Whether for pain, to help sleep, or just unwind from a hard day of work as long as it doesn't hurt someone else it's none of my business.
 
Freedom seed

Freedom seed

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My beliefs lean heavily towards the gnostic side of things. Reading the works of the early christians through various sources has been a fascinating experience for me and has really helped to tie it all together. I truly have zero questions as to whether or not cannabis is acceptable for christians.

The Nag Hammadi library is such a wonderful resource for this. It is no wonder the Vatican hates it so much.
 
*Phoenix*Fire*

*Phoenix*Fire*

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I'm a Christian and I struggle sometimes too. But I have depression and anxiety, so Cannabis really helps me. I feel more sober when I smoke than when I'm depressed. I also have my best worship/prayer times when smoking. What I'll say, is Its a natural medicine. Jesus made all the plants on the earth. He gave us an entirely natural medicine for so many things. The enemy is a genius at ruining what God has given us for good. Ever wonder why it's called "Devil's Lettuce"? It's because it's a God given gift that was turned against what it was intentionally created for.

Feel free to message me to continue the conversation.
 
Just Be

Just Be

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Anybody that calls themselves a Christian owes it to themselves to familiarize yourself with the work of Bill Donahue.
(pardon the poor wording of that sentence)
Here's a good place to start.
 
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Observe & Report

Observe & Report

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Why not pray to Jesus and ask him to post here with an unambiguous clarification? That sounds like a much smaller ask than moving a mountain. Of course, nobody believes that would actually work. So much for faith.
 
angrybudcom

angrybudcom

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Hey! That's a beautiful topic!

1) I think it's never been mentioned explicitly in a bible (saying "a" I mean there are versions, okay?)

2) There is at least one Christian Brunch supporting weed finding it spiritual. We do not attack on brunches right?

3) Weed promotes love, peace, spirituality, just like Jesus does. Agree? (in general)

4) Christians never rushed on weed directly, neither ideologically, but only AFTER a governing body did.

My opinion - it's all okay between weed & christianity.
 
cannabineer

cannabineer

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aussiegrowing said:
I'm a bible beliving Christian that got saved about 4 years ago after seeking spirtual "enlightenment and truth" until I came to the the real truth and that is, I am a sinner and only Jesus Christ can save a soul. I'm not here to start arguments as it seems bringing the truth of Jesus Christ up tends to cause problems from my experience lol, I'm Not here to debate if Jesus is the risen King of kings and Lord of lords who is God which I fervently believe and know this to be the truth. I'm here to discuss with other Christians if they think it's sinful to smoke cannabis. As it's something i still wrestle with after getting saved.

Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 1 Peter 5:8 KJV

Thanks in advance.
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As a lapsed Christian, I am curious.

Also, I am very leery of agenda-driven interpretations.

I really dislike the misassignment of Bible verses to drive a Draconian lifestyle agenda.

Thus I question any agenda that I read as puritan. I see puritan agendas as direct or indirect attacks by the source of evil.

i doubt any genuinely loving god would place us in the classic bind of drive vs. duty.

From this I derive “if it helps - it is good”.

Classic control-driven religious authorities will necessarily disagree.
 
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Psalm

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This topic has been at the forefront of my mind for some time .the life of a Christian is pretty simple... live as Christ did. I can’t speak on anyone’s pains , be it mental or physical, truth is cannabis dulls pain and allows others to actually function. That being said as a follower of Christ you must understand that if your conscience is telling you no and the Holy Spirit is convicting you , than stop. Your burden is not mine like my sin is not yours so I can’t judge in that way but if it’s hindering your walk with the lord , no matter What it is walk away from it.
 
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