2007-02-23 15:31:55 · 12 answers · asked by unkown 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Why drink it in the can? You can drink it in your kitchen.
2007-02-23 15:34:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on 'why' exactly you have chosen soft drinks for lent. If you want to give up soft drinks because they are carbonated, then sure drink lemonade out of the can during lent. However, if it's for the sugar content that you're giving up soft drinks, then you should know that canned lemonade contains more sugar than the average can of soda. Hope that helps!
2007-02-23 15:37:47 · answer #2 · answered by jennifer_lwt 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would say that you could. Generally, the term "soft drink" refers to a beverage that has been carbonated, so regular lemonade, whether from a can or bottle (or made from scratch), should be fine. This would apply to iced tea, too.
Something for you to think about - what are you giving up - is it the carbonation? the caffeine? the sugar? the habit?
Once you answer that you'll have a better idea of what other items you should not consume during lent.
2007-02-23 15:42:03 · answer #3 · answered by M Fox 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's all about what you consider is a "soft drink." Don't try to cheat yourself out of giving up things for lent. No one is really forcing you to.
And I guess it's what region you come from, because around here a soft drink is a soda or carbonated beverage.
2007-02-23 15:36:02 · answer #4 · answered by herbritannicmajesty68 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whatever, just don't get legalistic. Fasting isn't about rules, it's about the posture of your heart. Ask yourself what your fasting from, soda pop (fizzy colas) or sugary junk food beverages in general. My friend fasted from Coca Cola for a month and had a great experience although he had some caffeine withdrawals in the beginning. If you're a catholic, try to focus on being real with God, not trying to do all the man made traditions of Catholicism.
2007-02-23 15:38:43 · answer #5 · answered by wassupmang 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. You can drink lemonade - it is not carbonated, has no caffeine, and I took a vote...
10 out of 10 priests surveyed agree that lemonade is NOT a soft drink.
Also, drinking lemonade form a can might actually help you keep your promise by serving as a soft drink substitute. Have fun and drink up!
2007-02-23 15:38:07 · answer #6 · answered by toaster4 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Read Isaiah chapter 48, it speaks of how one should fast. Even in Islam it is called useless to fast unless you're going to be more honest.
Fasting without relieving yourself of selfish actions is blameworthy, but to become purer in motive, and more regarding love is praiseworthy. Do what aids loving your neighbor, and improves gladness, God wishes nothing harsh or difficult for us unless it is a blessing in the end. Remember Isaiah 48...
God bless.
2007-02-23 16:40:59 · answer #7 · answered by Gravitar or not... 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. You know the difference between a can of soda and a can of lemonade just like you know the difference between a can of soda and a can of tomato sauce.
Good Luck!
'-)
2007-02-23 15:34:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As determined by the Council of Nicaea in 1299 A.D., if the concentration of CO2 in the lemonade is less than 0.02% by weight, then you're in God's graces. However, if the concentration is greater than 0.02%, you'll have undying thirst in Hell, you sinner!
2007-02-23 15:38:18 · answer #9 · answered by crypto_the_unknown 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I guess you gave up the carbonation.....then lemonade is fine.
Now work on the other aspects of Lent,
other acts of penance.
prayer (justice towards God),
fasting (justice towards self),
and almsgiving (justice towards neighbor).
2007-02-23 15:50:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋