God made all things good in the beginning, and many things have been corrupted by sin over the years, or an otherwise good thing is misused. We value your privacy and keep your information safe. Consequently, the plant called hemp is proper for christians to use for food, medicine, and enjoyment gen. I know many religions do not allow for weed at all, while some allow veganism. Lets take a look at what the bible says and how it applies to using marijuana.
But if god so clothes the grass of the field, which is alive today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will he not much more clothe you. They want their kids to know the real bible stories, not just our fun veggie versions and we understand why. We are to be transformed by the renewing of our minds romans 12. For the edition of the bible without chapters and verses, see the books of the bible. Jehovah knows how we are made, so he understands how we think and feel. Some of them write to ask if this kind of behavior is acceptable for christians. The 39 books of the old testament form the bible of judaism, while the christian bible includes those books and also the 27 books of the new testament. Oct 31, 2014 described as a grow guide for beginners, the marijuana grow bible is a solid source for new cultivators interested in getting an uncomplicated rundown of the basic techniques for growing. But put on the lord jesus christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires. An ai god will emerge by 2042 and write its own bible. On the first day after god made the light, what two things did he. Many religions believe that marijuana is gods natural gift to humans. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives.
Is it okay for christians to use marijuana cannabis and other drugs. He cohosts the awardwinning television program way of the master, airing in every country in the world, and is an executive producer of 180, evolution vs. He knows us better than we know ourselves, and he wants us to be happy. Many christians manipulate as to what was mentioned in the bible as per their own needs, in relation to weed, however, i feel one must rise above these constraints and use freely something that is naturally available and good to the human health. We said that the bible doesnt support the use of marijuana. I definitely recommend to new growers they make it fun and easy for new growers to be able to order the seeds and start growing immediately after. Bible verses related to marijuana from the king james version kjv by relevance sort by book order genesis 1. These devout christians are using the bible to argue that pot is. And the smoke of the incense, with the prayers of the saints, went up before god out of the angels hand. Download the free marijuana grow bible the utimate guide.
The bible says it is wrong to break the law unless the government is requiring something that is. One must use wisdom in discerning the use of something made by god. In the bible, the tree of life, in its many references, is depicted as botanically quite similar to cannabis. By faith moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of pharaohs daughter. Bible q god made marijuana, so is it ok to smoke it. When anointing oil was burned, it made the aroma soothing to the lord. To those who say marijuana is a sin, though, devout christians are using. Different religious groups include different books in their biblical canons, in varying orders, and sometimes divide or combine books.
However, in many of todays christian churches this question has never been answered adequately. While there may indeed be some medical benefit in the use of nonsmoked marijuana products such as cannabis. Today we have a look and what our response as christians should be. But its hard to find places in the bible that deal with something like smoking weed. Jan 07, 2017 and wine explicitly will have a godgiven role at the final consummating celebration mark 14. Oct 02, 2017 an ai god will emerge by 2042 and write its own bible.
People in the bible belt say, youre using the bible to promote drugs, she said, drawing out the word drugs for emphasis. Let peace and sanity prevail, let the herb grow free. If god made everything good, why shouldnt i smoke sean. You might have a glass of wine, or a joint, or a big delicious blob of heroin to silence your silly brainbox of its witterings but there has to be some form of punctuation, or life just seems utterly relentless.
The bible mostly talks about alcohol as an intoxicant, and there are limited verses about cannabis. Given for our usethe bible instructs us to use things in moderation and paul says do not be filled with wine where in is excess,but be filled with the holy spiritthese things were given for our. Weeds like dandelion are infamous for ravaging lawns, gardens, and driveways everywhere. If a christian feels that he is sinning my smoking weed then he should abstain if he feels that he makes poor choices etc while under the effect. In the bible, seventeen different hebrew and greek words are used to describe weeds, though they are often translated as thorns, thistles, briers, and.
Veggietales bible storybook is a book based on stories from the bible, and released in 2006. And god saw everything that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. From this divinely inspired beginning comes a magical little book to help you experience god, as god truly is. Marijuana bible verses in the king james version kjv about marijuana. God also made the tobacco plant, it doesnt mean its a good idea to smoke it. The argument has been made that everything god created is good, and that this includes hemp. Very interesting and would highly recommend this book for anyone interested in learning more about the tree of life that god gave us. Because god made snake venom which can be lethal to humans it does not mean its ok to drink the poison. Another woman interpreted it as a divine stamp of approval on weed. That is, the canon refers to the books regarded as inspired by god and authoritative for faith and life.
A closer look reveals gods very good design even for these ambitious and surprising plants. If you listened to our recent podcast, you may have heard some. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the niv study bible and the nkjv macarthur study bible is just a step away. God said, behold, i have given you every herb bearing seed which is upon the face of all the earth. Smoking marijuana or weed for recreational use may be legal but is smoking or vaping weed a sin. The weed with an ill name, by the author of the story of a pocket bible. The definitive guide to growing marijuana for recreational and medicinal use. The cannabis grow bible by greg green since its inception marijuana is natural. The remnant of my people will plunder themand the remainder of my nation will inherit them. If you want to rejuvenate your faith journey, ease your way into reading the bible, or simply find out about the bibles best verses, try these books this year. Is it permissible for a christian to use pot for recreational purposes. That what is made would say to its maker, he did not make me. Is it okay for christians to use marijuana cannabis and. This list of books included in the bible is known as the canon.
Some believe it is explicitly endorsed in genesis 1. It does not logically follow that, because god made something, its ok to smoke itdrink iteat itetc. I wont have to visit marijuana dispensaries for the good stuff ever again. There is no finer hobby on this planet, than tending to a garden that gives such delightful rewards. The bible on marijuana recently, we had a pastor speak about what the bible says about marijuana along with many other questions and topics.
In the very first chapter of the bible, genesis, there is clear indication that god surrendered all the natural plants and animals found in the world for humans to consume. And god said, behold, i have given you every plant yielding seed that is on the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit. Genesis speaks of beginnings and is foundational to the understanding of the rest of the bible. He said, the kingdom of heaven is like a man who planted good seed in his field. The definitive guide to growing marijuana for recreational and medicinal use green, greg on. As christians, our goal is knowing and experiencing the full and undistorted reality of the glory of god in our resurrected physical bodies 1 corinthians 15. Expert evangelical apologists answer all these tough questionsand many more. Sula benet 1967 claimed that the plant kaneh bosm mentioned five times in the hebrew bible, and used in the holy anointing oil of the book of exodus, was in fact cannabis, although lexicons of hebrew and dictionaries of plants of the bible such as by michael zohary 1985, hans arne jensen 2004 and james a. These christians believe that the bible supports use of the drug or, at the. Described as a grow guide for beginners, the marijuana grow bible is a solid source for new cultivators interested in getting an uncomplicated rundown of the basic techniques for growing. Recently, we have been asked to dig a little deeper into what the bible says about it, so we asked our friend to answer that question more specifically just for you guys. In saying that, there are still rather weak arguments for pro cannabis or hemp use.
Scattered in the bible are very few mentions about cannabis. Purportedly the bible supports the use of all the various seeds and herbs because they were created and blessed by god and could not be wrong to use. The jewish tanakh sometimes called the hebrew bible contains 24 books divided into three parts. In this way, the proper and moderate use of alcohol can be a clarifier, not a distorter. The main criticism aimed at gods obviously proweed stance is that in the new testament several mentions are made about the. Throughout the old testament and the new testament, it is made clear. The bible also says to obey the law of the land and the law of the land says marijuana is illegal and since that law does not in any way conflict with gods law there is no excuse not to follow it. Jan 02, 2020 beyond these two reasons, recreational marijuana use is not consistent with anything the word of god tells us about the christian life. Jan 31, 2016 williams said the chapter showed god made all of this stuff for you, and you dont have to listen to what others think. The bible says this species has 2 forms, a tallstraight sativa variety, and short bushyviney indica variety. What does the bible say about weed and other drugs. The biblical text used to support the use of cannabis.
We have also said that we believe it is dangerous, based on our own experiences. As america legalizes the use of marijuana, the question becomes inescapable. On the morning of november 11, 1995, patrice karst woke from a deep sleep with the title god made easy. Most christians find that reading the books not only brings them closer to god, but it is an enjoyable and entertaining activity. For more info about who we are and what we do at the cracked door foundation. Followed what i read in the marijuana grow bible and my plants are now amazing. There is no definitive biblical answer to the question of whether christians should use medical marijuana, because marijuana for medicinal use is not addressed in the bible. It people who made the weeds and dont care what god feels about this. God is glorious beyond measure, and christians seek to experience the reality of his glory, for the sake of his glory. What does the bible say about recreational marijuana use.
Jun 01, 2014 if god made everything good, why shouldnt i smoke pot. Scripture says the tree of life is a species, as opposed to just a single individual plant, for example in revelations 22. After all, all things were made by him, and he is a good god. Its written in a straightforward style thats easy to understand even though it describes a very delicate, particular and involved process. The bible says moses chose to turn against the pleasures he could have enjoyed to follow god. Bible verses about cannabis 420 friendly christians. What does the bible teach about the cannabis plant. The story of cannabis pervades the bible, from the first book, genesis, to the last. Books of the bible list order complete new and old testament.
In a recent veggiegram survey, parents around the country said they were looking for tools to help teach kids bible stories. Although the bible does not address marijuana directly, it does discuss other mindaltering drugs. Learn the basics of growing marijuana and get started today. What about other faiths, such as islam, mormonism, hinduism, reincarnation and buddhism. God did make the weeds just as god made everything else. Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of god, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season hebrews 11. The weed with an ill name, by the author of the story of a pocket bible weed on. The weed with an ill name, by the author of the story of. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. But could this lowly weed be a blessing in disguise.
Ray comfort is the founder and ceo of living waters and the bestselling author of more than 90 books, including god has a wonderful plan for your life, how to know god exists, and the evidence bible. It points us to the joy, fellowship, and celebration of the great coming feast. Marijuana in light of scripture breeden, tom, ward jr. Aug 12, 2019 ray comfort is the founder and ceo of living waters and the bestselling author of more than 90 books, including god has a wonderful plan for your life, how to know god exists, and the evidence bible. Old testament multiple choice quizzer questions by ted hildebrandt. I need strong opinions and i dont mean to share but i was abused and neglected as a kid, im a college student struggling to make it and be a good person, and if im not high id probably try to blow my brains out, lord knows. And god made the beasts of the earth after their kind, and the cattle after their kind, and everything that creeps on.
You may feel our experiences are worthless, but we feel otherwise. It is supremely a book that speaks about relationships, highlighting those between god and his creation, between god and humankind, and between human beings. Shall the potter be considered as equal with the clay, that what is made would say to its maker, he did not make me. Nov 09, 2011 the bible says moses chose to turn against the pleasures he could have enjoyed to follow god.
Specific sins recreational marijuana what does the bible say about recreational marijuana use. Well god created the earth and everything on and in ithe said it was goodthe marijuana plant,the poppy plant,the grains,fruits,and all organic plants that can be distilled into alcohol along organic plants that flavor them,hops,barley,or the fruits that garnish them were all created by god. Sexual relations are good within marriage, 27 but adultery is evil. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, who bore witness to the word of god and to the testimony of jesus christ, even to all that he saw.
On the first day after god made the light, what two things did he separate gen. Books of the bible that will rejuvenate your faith journey. If you are over 35 years old, you are probably thinking thats a nobrainer. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show to his servants the things that must soon take place. Apr 24, 2011 god is the supreme authority in this world, and if he mentioned alcohol in the bible then he would surely have prohibited weed as well. So, we cannot say that, simply because god made marijuana then its ok to use it. A number of young christians these days use marijuana and other recreational drugs. Is it a sin to smoke or otherwise consume pot weed cannabis. We all need something to help us unwind at the end of the day. If god made everything good, why shouldnt i smoke pot. The scientific name for the herb commonly called pot is cannabis sativa, also called marijuana. One of the things god created are plants which have healing and health benefits. Everything god created is good, 26 but all these good things can be turned into evil.
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