Thinking Biblically About Marijuana

How biblical principles help us make better decisions about marijuana.

Where is it written?
How do passages like 1 Timothy 4:4-5 influence how we view the world?
Can something that is good still be abused? What are other examples of good things that be abused?
What does Luke 10:34 and 1 Timothy 5:23 tell us about medicine?
What does Romans 13:1-7 tell us about obeying the laws of the land?
What does Ephesians 5:18 and 1 Peter 5:8 teach us about intoxication? Why is intoxication bad?
What does Galatians 6:1-2 teach us about mutual accountability? Why is accountability especially important when it comes to potentially addictive substances or behaviors?

How goes your walk?
What values about marijuana were you raised with?
How does your faith influence your feelings and actions about marijuana?
How can you know if a substance is being abused?
What do you think about the medical use of marijuana?
What advice would you give someone who is considering using marijuana?

Important Questions to Ask About Potentially Addictive Activities:
Why am I drawn to this? (Am I running away from something?)
Am I turning to this instead of God? (Is it an idol?)
Am I accountable? (Who have I given the authority to stop me?)