Do you think smoking marijuana is a sin?

Question

I am a christian and I love God with all my heart and soul, but I do smoke marijuana. I like it because it mellows me out when I'm stressed, makes me happy when I'm sad and sometimes stops cramps. So whats wrong with smoking weed. I know that your body is a temple for the holy spirit, but its grown from the earth God made this. Its from the earth. So what's wrong with it.

Answer 1

Anything that keeps you from God is sin. I feel that Satan has a hold on your judgment about the situation.
What's the difference between saying you smoke pot to stop cramps and skipping church because your too tired?
I once was a pothead and I know the classic excuses because I used them for years. Ask God for guidance because I believe if you need to ask this question in the first place, you know your doing some wrong.

Answer 2

I feel confidently Christian enough to say that I don't believe God thinks that smoking marijuana is a sin. It gets back to that age-old question of how much do you smoke and how does it interfere with a healthy, Godly, daily life. If it doesn't then I think you are sinning no more than I am as I sit here answering your question and eating some spaghetti my wife made accompanied by a wonderful glass of Chenin Blanc white wine. Smoking marijuana may be against American law, but then, as long as the ACLU exists, I can't see how "Christian" we can claim our country is or will be. God Bless you.

Answer 3

The problem lies with the usage. Paul told Timothy to drink wine to help with his stomach problems, but he would not buy a bottle for a raging alcoholic, ya know? On the surface there is a problem because it's illegal, and the Bible says in Romans 14:1 we should be subject to the authorities we're living under. This doesn't mean it's not beneficial, though. True, God made it, and I am under the belief that it has definite benefits over man-made drugs which are known for side-effects. What it all boils down to is, you admitted that it helps you relax, and makes you happy. This is indeed able to lead to a dependancy. As believers in Jesus, we should find our rest and also our happiness in Christ. Please don't think I'm preaching to you, cuz I've smoked after my conversion as wel, and I've always felt convicted about the fact that I wasn't living above reproach, ya know? If I may ask you a question: If your best friend, parent or child was unsaved, would you be willing to still smoke it in front of them, knowing that you are an ambassador of Christ?

Answer 4

everything is wrong with u doing this. if ur a christian u would not be smoking weed. just because it grow on this earth does not mean u use it in the wrong way. weed is used for other things and is not allowed to use to mellow u out when in stress. i know alot of people who do this and are no where near knowing who Jesus is or attend church. i think u should pray and ask God to help u get rid of this habit because God is the one to go to for help in time of stress.

Answer 5

Well, as you know, the Bible states that you should conserve your body, its a temple for the holy spirit- 19Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own;

Plus it may interfere with your consciousness and thus make you do things you usually wouldn't do. Your more open to sinning, you're making a hole for an oppertunity to sin, as your mind would be in a weaker state. But then, recent studies have shown Marijuana may help cure some diseases and stuff. I wouldn't do it, in case i'd do something stupid... but thats just me.

Answer 6

nope i dont think its a sin. i think i should be legal to. i mean if ppl were geting high instead of trying to get rich and take over other countries this world would be a bada$$ place. if all the presidents and kings ever had been ubber stoners then we wouldnt have all this bloody history. it would all be like Kennedy and Krushev agreed to stop the nuclear arms race over a huge bong hit followed by the smoking of a super fattie and a high that lasted all day

Answer 7

Smoking Weed turns people into dumb, fumbling idiots who cant complete a sentence. No offense, but marijauna is a drug. Yes, you love the Lord, and the Lord loves you, and He wants you to love yourself--so dont pollute your body with that retarded drug. That whole "comes from the earth" excuse is just that--and excuse. Cocaine and heroin both come from plants--are you gonna smoke that?..Life is hard and join the club, but drugs arent the answer. Peace.

Answer 8

I don't believe it's a sin. In fact, it's nice to know that there's someone who has similar views as I do. I'm sure you'll get many answers from Christians who don't share your opinions however. This is a very good question and I'm looking forward to reading some very interesting answers!

Answer 9

No, its not a sin. Sin is a hard to diffine word depinding on your personal clasifications of sins. You may think it is wrong to smoke Marijuana, but if its a sin in your heart then its a sin. It may not be a sin for other people. Sins are self judgements of yourself. What ever someone else says is a sin, may not be a sin to you.

Answer 10

It is a sin and it is also very, very stupid ! The ( reasons ? ) you gave for smoking are just ways fo rationalizing a very bad habit. You are addicted and trying to justify your addiction. Please consider what you are really doing to your body and mind. Be honest with yourself.
You can get free help at Narcotics Anonomoyous. It is a spiritual program and there you will find many peoiple that will help you. It is my hope that one day your mind and body is once more clean.