Marijuana

Is smoking (or vaping) weed a sin? What or how does the Bible apply to the use of recreational marijuana?

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a chemical that comes from cannabis plants and is found in marijuana. Until recently, CBD oil contained tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)—the most active ingredient in marijuana which creates a “high” in its users. Now, CBD doesn’t contain much, if any, THC. But is it okay for Christians to use?

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I know that there is a general acceptance of antidepressant drugs, and these drugs definitely alter brain chemicals. But what about using marijuana to treat my symptoms?

I need to make a confession right up front. I’ve never smoked marijuana.

Now that marijuana or cannabis is legal for recreation use in some states, how should Christians view recreational use of it?

Does the Bible address the use of marijuana? Yes and No!