gary u drink at the wkend and smoke,do u not think its time 2 wise up
2006-10-21 22:47:46 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Don't pay attention to religious nay sayers - drink more, smoke more - do what you want to do... its your life - you have one. You are not stupid - you are aware there are a consequence for these actions - if not now then later in life - but you get one life so enjoy it - and for *f*ucks sake this is not a religious issue - its a lifestyle choice.
2006-10-21 23:08:01 · answer #1 · answered by Evo 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure about the smoking (can't stand it myself, but I'm no authority on the matter), but there's nothing wrong (even biblically; wine shows up all the time) about the occasional drink as long as you keep it under control. A little bit of alcohol is good for controlling your cholesterol levels. Just don't let it get out of hand. Getting properly drunk does more harm than good, both to your body and to your wallet.
2006-10-21 23:13:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Addiction, in any form, can cause inner tensions and frustration which you may feel powerless to overcome. God longs to set you free through Jesus Christ our Lord; see Romans 6:11-14. The Bible says, "Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed" (John 8:36, NKJV). Make certain that you have made your commitment to Christ now by asking God to forgive and cleanse you of your sins and give you life eternal. After you have done this, believe that God has forgiven you and made you His child; read John 1:12, Romans 10:13, and 2 Corinthians 5:17.
None of us is strong enough to overcome temptation in our own strength, but God will give us the strength; see Philippians 4:13. 1 Corinthians 10:13 states: "No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able; but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it" (NKJV). Note that it is God who provides the way of escape. Read 1 John 3:8. Talk to the Lord many times a day, asking for His help. Read your Bible and fill your mind with thoughts from His Word. The Word of God will have a purifying effect on your life; see Psalm 119:11.
The old sinful lifestyle must now be replaced with the new life in Christ. This requires the enabling power of the Holy Spirit to replace the old habits with new. Avoid companionship with those that influence you to indulge in sinful activities. Make a list of those activities and habits you want changed. Set some positive goals for your life, and with God's strength go after them. Take the initiative and seek the counsel of a gospel-teaching pastor or other dedicated Christian worker.
Teen Challenge National and Overcomers Outreach are organizations which have been very effective in leading people of all ages to Christ and to recovery from addictive behaviors. They have developed proven programs of spiritual therapy, based upon the Bible, which have been instrumental in enabling many to enjoy purposeful, constructive lives. If you will contact them, they may be able to help you. They have branches in many cities. Their headquarters' mailing addresses are: Teen Challenge National, P. O. Box 1015, Springfield, Missouri 65801, telephone: (417) 862-6969; and Overcomers Outreach, 520 North Brookhurst, Suite 121, Anaheim, California 92801, telephone: (800) 310-3001.
2006-10-22 00:33:18 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
And Gary I say to you today Sunday ! Wake up Gary and ask the Higher Power to help you get to AA for a meeting where you will get help with your addiction to alcohol and cigarettes. I will say a prayer for you that you get there ASAP Gary! God Bless you Gary
2006-10-21 22:53:52 · answer #4 · answered by pooterilgatto 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drinking and smoking are bad for you, no-one can deny that - its your body and its up to you what you want to do with it - but if you are a true christian you would realize the importance and specialties and wonder of the human body and therefore it should be well maintained.
2006-10-21 22:49:43 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If mum says so, it means it is a tip for you to consider. Ask her why ? she might have some very good reasons to ask you to "wise up". She looks at you as a responsible and wise young adult.
2006-10-21 22:51:09 · answer #6 · answered by Sweet Dragon 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
smoking bad
drinking a little good
2006-10-21 22:57:29 · answer #7 · answered by q6656303 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wise words uh?
2006-10-21 23:41:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO
Do wot ya wanna do it is your life
I Do
If I doh wake up in morning I wont know anyfink about it lol
an ar shore atta pay me credit card bill!!!!!!
2006-10-22 00:27:23 · answer #9 · answered by helloooo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hope, your mother doesn't drink and smoke and in this way you have an idol.
2006-10-21 22:58:41 · answer #10 · answered by ninotschka 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋