My friend suggested that I go to church with him since it will "make my life so much better" now I dont really consider myself christian, my father is a converted hindu (though hes white) and my mom is buddhist, but neither of them find the time to go worship, its like our family is agnostic, yet I still believe in god. But would going to church actually help me? I just want to say I hate loud churches with loud rock bands playing and such, I want a quiet and not over crowded place where I can find peace with myself and pray to god. Any suggestions would be welcome :]
BTW I know this is probably completely off topic, but I have some Marijuana in my drawer, I have never done it before and my cousin gave it to me suggesting I try to relieve stress. Keep in mind that I wouldnt turn into a pot head, just when I needed to get rid of my stress, would anyone recommend this? (I know dumb question) but its seriously better for you than drinking and cigarettes.
2007-03-06 16:30:14 · 16 answers · asked by hoodyman1337 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes I know its hard to believe, but I've had a very bad life, my father was abusive when I was a child (hes in prison now) but I just mention his religion to give a good idea. And I have almost always had problems with school and bullies and such. I even have someone threatening to beat me up in school. But you get the idea, and are you sure about not just TRYING the Marijuana? I mean I paid 20 bucks for it, so I don't think I should just throw it out...
2007-03-06 16:36:24 · update #1
hahah actually the weird thing is that I don't hate rock music at all, I just cant stand loud noise. I have this condition where even the slighest loud noise causes my ears pain. Ok maybe not a condition, just VERY sensitive ears, so I avoid loud things. And I'd rather no go to church with ear plugs on lol
2007-03-06 17:18:35 · update #2
Slow fictions can cause quick problems.
2007-03-06 16:40:44 · answer #1 · answered by Terry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Marijuana has helped my stress a lot. But it's not the ultimate answer. And since you're so young I wouldn't recommend doing it every day since you are still developing. No matter what anyone tells you, it is very safe as long as you use it respectfully. www.norml.org
As for church, going may help you. Churches are usually places that feel really peaceful. There is an old church in my city that has beautiful stained glass windows. I can go there and feel at peace right away, and I'm not a Christian. I feel anywhere people connect with God that much is sacred.
Just don't use church as a crutch. You can work through your problems on your own. Church and pot are good things, but they are tools, and you are the carpenter.
2007-03-06 16:41:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I hope you find a church that is right for you. Till then, find the time to pray to God on your own. Ask Him to Help relieve some of the stress you have. Ask Him to help keep you calm in situations that would normally be stressful. Try your friends Church and see if it's right for you. What's the worst that could happen? if it's not right, don't go back.
Forget the Marijuana. It doesn't help anybody. What you need is someone to love and care for you and heal you of all those things in your past, Jesus is the one to do that. Call on Him.
( a 16 year old who hates rock music. How times change)
2007-03-06 16:46:58 · answer #3 · answered by out of the grey 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well i dont think you should try the marijuana because even though most people say it isnt addictive it is it is a 50% chance that you are actually going to be addicted the church can help to lower your stress levels if you are christian and the other way is to go do something you enjoy doing ,with your friends if you have any......
2007-03-06 17:19:01 · answer #4 · answered by The Omen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can you go to church with that friend of yours (or is that one that has the loud music etc?) Personally even though I am old, I kind of like the contempory stuff. Anyway, throw out the weed. It won't do anything to relieve stress that you can't get from any other outside source. What you need is to de-stress inside and that takes God. You know I'm right...God is calling you to him...just take that first step and he will be there for you.
2007-03-06 16:41:56 · answer #5 · answered by Poohcat1 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It will be good for you to go to church to know Jesus who is the Prince of Peace. I hope your friend brings you to a Spirit-filled church where the power of God can manifest and touch you. I suggest you do not harbour any preconceived ideas of how to worship God. Christians are to worship God in spirit and in truth and they are to take delight in worshipping Him with joy and celebration. Christians who are carried in the Spirit to worship God tend to be loud although as the Spirit leads there will be times of quietness. Let us go with an open mind to meet and worship God accepting what the Spirit is doing there. Do not touch the marijuana. It will only complicates and makes matters worse for you. Turn to the Prince of Peace.
2007-03-06 16:59:05 · answer #6 · answered by seekfind 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're 16 and you're stressed? This is seriously wrong. First get rid of that marijuana, and I mean this minute. The paths you begin walking now are going to lead you into the rest of your life. You are wise enough to be asking smart questions; listen to the smart answers. Yes, go to church. Seek and find Jesus Christ. He will lift that burden off you, that should never be on such young shoulders in the first place. May God protect you.
2007-03-06 16:33:37 · answer #7 · answered by Esther 7 · 3⤊ 3⤋
Hi there.
I don't know about making your life better,as though once you go,all your problems will magically be solved.But I went through a really rough time when I was growing up,and I enjoyed going.I became a Christian.And I changed inside.
You could ask your friend what type of church it is that he goes to,whether it's loud and noisy,or whether it's a quiet,tradition type of place.If your friend's church is not like that,you could go with him to another one in your area.
And please do not take any marijuana.It ruins lives,it's dangerous,and it masks problems.
Please email me if you wish.
2007-03-06 16:36:22 · answer #8 · answered by Serena 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Going to church won't hurt, and it might help! A lot of people find a great deal of comfort there. And an hour or so of peace could help your stress level!
2007-03-06 16:37:24 · answer #9 · answered by endorable 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would say that the Holy Spirit is indeed calling you. You however have a choice to ignore it or let it convict you and indwell in you.
At the same time, Satan is also calling you. He doesn't want you to be content and is offering you something else to replace the Spirit that is calling you. Satan doesn't want you to be satisfied. When the truth is knocking on your door, Satan is going to be trying to get your attention first. Don't listen to him, trying Marijuana will not fill this void in your life.
2007-03-06 16:42:52 · answer #10 · answered by Peggy Pirate 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
go to church and put your cares in the hands of the Lord. Don't use the marijuana, recent studies out of Britain now connect it with adult onset schizophrenia.
2007-03-06 16:47:19 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋