2 days without weed for me been smoking since 13.. Bible says to be sober.. Its about denial of one self.. Put god first and watch him work

To your point of sympathy, you mean you would rather have people take a pill which is made up of many chemicals that have side effects, then you need a pill to cancel those side effects. The pharmaceutical world wants every one on pills , just go to the doctor for what ever reason , you will get prescribed a pill. So your telling me God would rather have people take a man made pill over a natural plant. Pills are far worse then weed.

My sister would have died 7 years ago if she wasn’t able to get medical cannabis

We used to smoke marihuana before we became a Christian. As a matter of fact, being high on that drug was one of the first times where we got a deep-DEEP sense that God was actually real. That He actually existed. It was beyond words, how profound the experiences were. After becoming a Christian we noticed a shift in the experience and got the sense of hearing God say that it was time for us to stop using. We didnt listen and continued using. For three times He said that it was time for us to stop using. During the fourth disobedience on our part we had a negative high, something very scary seemed to be with us in the room. Never EVER smokes marihuana after that again. I firmly believe that -at least for me- I open myself up spiritually to a realm that I have no business messing with.

Just started a medical script for oil and evening flower for acute pain and insomnia caused by pain. The hardest thing was withdrawing from the other pain killers and anti inflammatory drugs, this has changed my life and seems somehow closer to being or feeling healed. But, yes keeping Christ as the centre is the true healing.

Much appreciate this Sean and Todd. I've been a Christian in the cannabis industry for 5 years and while there's a significant learning curve, Christians are generally left in the dust as far as true Biblical perspective and scientific application to cannabis questions. I don't agree with all of Todd's conclusions but very much appreciate the effort and the light shed on this topic for Christians. Kudos, guys, and thanks again.

Todd Miles statements about marijuana are a bit misleading. He only talked about THC which is the chemical component that gets you high but he never mentioned CBD which is the chemical component in cannabis that has a strong medical potential for treatment. Medical marijuana is a plant that consists of high percentages of CBD and low or no percentages of THC. It doesn't get you high. There is a lot of research been done about CBD but Todd Miles never mentioned that. I'm not a proponent for marijuana usages. I'm only pointing out the insincerity of Todd Miles when it comes to this controversial topic. Always do your own research.

My little brother started using pot in his teens and he has been struggling with depression/bipolar ever since. It has cost him 2 marriages, an estranged daughter, a life of medications and depression and psychosis. My parents have taken care of him the best they can relying on prayer and trusting only God knows "why?" throughout it all. He is now 35 and currently in hospital AGAIN undergoing ECT treatments. I pray my children will NEVER EVER EVER go near it.

Something that I believe was incredibly misleading in this video, was the comparison of the effects of alcohol to the effects of weed. Having used marijuana both appropriately and inappropriately (in excess) for about 2 years now, I can honestly say that I was shocked when I first got high and realized that it was an entirely different experience from alcohol. You absolutely have complete control over your physicality and your mind, which is not the same with drunkenness. I would even feel entirely comfortable driving through town after a joint. (Hence the reason that driving under the influence of marijuana is not considered a DUI in most states). The experience of a high, is SO different from the experience of drunkenness. A good example of this would be those silly videos where people attempt to paint a picture while high vs while drunk. The results of the person who is high are hands-down always specific, controlled, and incredibly detailed. The results of the person who is drunk are typically more sloppy or abstract. I would argue not only from personal experience, but also from the countless studies that have come out of Harvard, Yale, Hopkins, etc., that (when used appropriately- I.e. 21-25y/o or older, weekly smoking/edibles instead of daily smoking or edibles, limiting your amounts when you do use, and staying in good physical health otherwise) marijuana can actually severely improve your life on a much greater level than prescription drugs. The data clearly shows a much higher risk of addiction to prescription drugs, such as opioids, than it ever has for marijuana. I’ve watched my manic cousin have her life turned upside down by prescription drugs that made her condition so much worse, and I watched her life begin to heal and normalize again once she began to medicate with marijuana. And I know many other medical marijuana users whose stories are very similar. Most of all, I think this idea that marijuana can be compared to alcohol in any capacity is a result of tragic misinformation and speculation without experience OR evidence. There’s been thousands of recorded deaths from alcohol poisoning or people dying to their alcohol addictions - nearly 20% of the American population are alcoholics. While there has never been a single documented case where an individual died due to a marijuana addiction, and not a single documented case where an individual died from an overdose on marijuana. As far as our research shows, it’s extremely unlikely to become addicted to Mary-Jane, and nearly impossible to die from it. I agree that there are negative effects, but much of the negative effects mentioned here, apply to an extreme over-use of marijuana, and the use of marijuana in kids, teens, and young adults whose brains have not fully developed. Which is the same criteria of warning that we give for many things, including NyQuil, Benadryl, Ibuprofen, ipecac, etc.. I believe that the only way to compare marijuana to alcohol, is in the recreational usage. A hit or two off of a joint will likely help anyone, even persons with a low tolerance to weed, relax and loosen up. In the same way, a glass of wine, or a couple beers over the course of an evening can help a person relax and enjoy their night, without taking over control of their physical or cognitive abilities. I speak not only from my personal experience and research, but also from the perspectives that I’ve gathered from many of my friends who also use marijuana appropriately, not excessively. I don’t think it’s wrong to have a glass of wine simply because you enjoy the flavor and the feeling every now and then, and I think that the same goes for marijuana. It takes time to learn how to use marijuana appropriately, and I agree it’s more difficult to gauge, (whereas with alcohol you can test out a glass of wine and figure out how much or how little to drink next time), but I don’t believe that the larger learning curve that comes with smoking (or ingesting) marijuana is a reason to write it off and call it unbiblical or dangerous for that matter. I think nicotine is a bigger problem that the church needs to address.

Dr. Sean McDowell I’m a Christian, nurse, and a strong cannabis activist. Your guest had a lot of biased opinions. I would love to actually have a conversation with you and Todd (on KZfaq) to discuss how using cannabis is very much in line with Christianity and should be encouraged.

What an excellent conversation. I've been feeling so much disappointment from apologists on their knowledge and wisdom as it relates to this topic. Thank you Todd for doing some heavy lifting on this topic and not assuming yourself to have the power to declare things sin that the Bible does not specifically address. Thank you Sean for leading a fruitful conversation and not trying to cloud it with assertive postulates. Well done gentlemen, and may God be glorified in your work.

I think the answer that applies to alcohol applies here. Moderation. Don’t get drunk. Don’t get baked/wasted.

Can you please do another conversation like this on the addictive and harmful nature of McDonalds?

Caffeine is a much better comparison than alcohol.......to marijuana. Caffeine changes a person mentally,physically,emotionally and is highly addictive. But.....caffeine and maryjane do NOT lead to all types of debauchery.....whereas alcohol when taken beyond certain limits absolutely does.

You both handled this topic very well! One of the things that people are doing is to attempt to replace the Holy Spirit - his comfort, his truth, his fruit, and his power to make them like Christ and set them free. Thanks for this excellent conversation! James Ponak

I use it for fibromyalgia. It's good for pain management. God made it for medical use.

This is sooooo good! Loved the thoughtful questions, appreciate how Dr. Sean does not interrupt Dr. Todd when he answers :-) Loved Dr. Todd's balanced perspective and sensitivity to presenting data judiciously and in the context of the Scripture. Also appreciate his humility. My mind is fed and so is my soul. Thank you Drs.!

Was advised to watch this video. As I’m learning to be Christian and having been smoking marijuana for the last 6 years. I’ve been wanting to quit and this video is really making me think about my choices. Thank you for this. I also saw you in an “atheist role play” at one of the universities you visited. Their mascot was the lions. Great stuff Learning a lot 🙏🏽

I am a daily user of marijuana for 8 years it damage my health and lungs it gives me breathing problem when I am taking a break mood swings anger problem, don’t feel like eating most importantly I felt really easy to get depressed all because I think I can handle it and I get addicted without realizing it.

I’m not sure that weed leads to any type of debauchery......whereas being filled with alcohol absolutely leads to all types of debauchery.

Penicillin came from a plant and is used as medication. Why can't cannabis be seen as comparable???🤔🤔🤔

You have to ask is what I am doing Glorifying my Father? If it doesn't glorify Him, don't do it. Also, two things, God made poppies from which Heroin is made. The plant is good, the uses can be bad. The second thing there are some benefits to medical cannabis OIL in particular. My mom took a table of oil nightly for her cancer. But it wasn't to get high. I did help with sleep and pain and helped keep cancer under control a bit. She since passed away, but I would at any point recommend CBD oil even one CBD oil with a 1:1 Cannabidiol, THC ratio. There is good research on it helping combat cancer. I read extensively on this topic. But smoking it for getting High is a no-no.

I am a Christian and smoke medical marijuanna for pain. NOT FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES!! And my doctors are aware and encouraging me to continue. I started smoking pot as a teenager like everyone else. 16-18. Stopped when I got pregnant and remained stopped for 35 yrs. Had a total hysterectomy in 2015 which made my lifetime migraines worse. All the pharmaceuticals that were given to me, ie Topamax, Imitrex etc made my cognitive abilities diminish significantly!! Had to go on disability and lost my job as a security manager. Tried botox, having my daith pierced....everything to help with my 15+ migraines per month. Read up on the use of medical marijuanna to help with migraines. Discussed with my neurologist and Decided to give it a try again. What I found out is that not only does it keep my migraines at bay, but surprisingly I do not get the "high" that I remembered when I was a teenager. And for that, I am very grateful! To be honest, there are no affects to my overall cognitive abilities or mental state AT ALL!! IT DOES HELP MY MIGRAINES and that is all I wanted it for. I keep wanting to ask everyone that speaks against its use, if they are a longtime user (or ever used) marijuanna for pain management themselves. Because, it does not diminish your mental or physical abilities if you smoke on a daily basis. You no longer get "high"!! Your body grows accustom to having thc in your system all the time and so the "high" no longer exist. So trying to use it for recreational use doesn't work for those using it for medical purposes!! I wouldn't do that anyway, just saying that if you are a regular user, like I am for pain, you no longer get the effects as you do when you first start smoking. Edibles do not help or do anything for my migraines. And neither do they provide a "high". Which is not something I want to experience anyway. I just wanted to try the edibles to avoid having to "smoke" marijuanna. So far, I haven't found anything else that comes close to helping with my migraines like marijuanna does. And I know my heavenly Father still loves me because I have a very personal relationship with Him. I believe it is a personal choice between each individual and God simply because it is not specifically spoken against in His Word. My biblical wisdom is that I'm not going to Hell for smoking pot for medical reason.

I'm a devout Christian and I'm a cannabis user

Fellow Christians, this is an issue of the heart. If you're using anything to escape reality, there is work to be done in your soul. God would have us walking in increasing freedom rather than trading one form of bondage for another.

The commonly accessible research is too limited. The doctors say to abstain because they do not know. Do doctors tell pregnant women not to breath vehicle exhaust?

I really appreciated this thoughtful and thorough discussion

Every part of our body has cabbiniod receptors. That tells me that our body can use it for healing purposes. But I'm trying to live right for God so I want to do the right thing

as someone who used to smoke a lot of it, one experience i had after 3 weeks of not smoking, i had smoked again, and felt demons all around me, i felt them holding onto my neck. ive noticed that when im high, i am much more open to demonic dreams and fear of demons in my home. my first time smoking i found myself stuck in a time loop of the same 5 seconds repeating over and over, i just burst out in tears around all my friends because of how scared i got, but i was still so tempted to smoke more. i started smoking at 14, i am now 18, i am still in the process of trying to become sober, hopefully it will get easier to ignore my temptations. it is difficult for me to see how much ive destroyed my brain, i seen it as self-medication as i have a severe mental condition in which i am only acting better if i was high.

Great job on a much needed conversation!

Very helpful. thank you for recording this.

As a Christian I’m come to the truth finally that I’m addicted to marijuana and it’s become what I go to first for almost everything. For that alone I see now I’ve placed it above God and for that I must leave it alone. Anyone else debating if they should quit or not just determine if it’s a want or a need. I have chrons and I even rationalize by it’s a anti inflammatory so I “need” it. But as believers we know we’re already healed so I must put my trust in God and use wisdom in what I eat and consume and that helps with living with chrons.

What does Willie Nelson said help extend his life? Exchanging 20 tobacco cigs for 20 joints a day

I wish I had access to this material in the 1970’s.

As far as the “self medicating” point........People self medicate when we get headaches,backaches,stomachaches,runny noses,itchy eyes.....etc etc is etc......Sudafed,aspirin,Motrin, Tylenol, Benadryl.......etc etc etc...

Thank you for your input. This is very helpful.

So if coffee can be use in moderation for positive effects, why can't marijuana do the same?

Hallucinogens are psychoactive and are not the same as alcohol, which is a depressant. No one drinks a bottle of wine and says, " when I was drunk, I was one with the universe." But those who are stoned or on mushrooms say exactly that. One is far more religious in tone... hence its possible danger.

I'm a christian and i think the passages about alcohol can be applied to anything...it's simple if the substance in question alters your mond too much and leaves you vulnerable to demonic entities; then don't use it. This includes even hard drugs. If you want to uplift your spirit with a little bit of alcohol then do it, but if you have to ask "how much is too much?" Then you need to stay away from it. Same with anything else.

I think it is valid for cancer and some health issues but you need to be super careful and know what strand you're taking. One time my brother bought some gummies from a vape shop and I thought it would be like those super mild cbd oil stuff. I was in a lot of pain and lack sleep. Dang was I wrong. It caused hallucinations. It was so scary. Same thing happened to my mom. They just assumed it interacted with my meds. Nope. My mom same thing. My brother who is much bigger than us took it and he's convinced he almost died. He saw the valley of the shadow death, the entrance of the pit, and he saw Jesus and our saved but dead grandfathers. We threw those gummies out. THC gummies are banned in our home now. Stuff perfectly legal without a card. We were shocked.

Cannabis can either be indica or sativa if you have a sativa you will be more awake and alert whereas if you take indica you will be far more sedated it depends on what you need the cannabis for and you can argue against all you want but the reality is is no one has died from cannabis use ever

"The illegality of cannabis is outrageous, an impediment to full utilization of a drug which helps produce the serenity and insight, sensitivity and fellowship so desperately needed in this increasingly mad and dangerous world." - Carl Sagan

I have heard that it's not advisable to use any substance if it gets in the way of following the Holy Spirit's leading, what are your thoughts on that statement? (Summit student here).

In the book of acts the sorcerers who used drugs to get into a spirit realm, and the word used for sorcerers in the Greek is pharmakeia that speaks of drug use. When these sorcerers came to faith they renounced these practices and burned their books with this forbidden knowledge. So I would say any use of pot would be forbidden in the same way mescaline would be forbidden i.e. Carlos Castaneda

I think of Marajuana as a beautiful creation from God. You just have to respect it and use it the right way

I’m disappointed that I cannot find my respectful comment on medicinal cannabis that I posted yesterday. If it was removed I am curious as to the reason.

Thanks for talking about this important issue.

I smoke low potency flower at the rate of one small hit a day. For me it's similar to smoking a cigar; the flavor and weight of the smoke have an interesting appeal. For me, it really isn't about the high.. more something to smoke that mainly doesn't have negative side effects and isn't addictive with minimal use. I'm in a small group though, to be sure.

I am a physician. I would like to point out that the psychosis associated with marijuana use is exactly like the presentation of schizophrenia. Also the paranoia does not go away immediately when the person is sober. It lasts for weeks or months even without using. Much damage has been done, even murder, due to this paranoia. I didn’t learn about it in medical school, either.

Thanks guys, I showed this to my youth group tonight

Great video!

CBD oil/products are well worth another look, Dr Sean - not smoking anything, taking oils etc - it's now legal here in Australia whilst the THC smokable/edible types you get there aren't. Cannabis is indeed a gift. Can make insulation, car parts, rope, cloth, etc etc - it's an amazing plant when it's not used for getting stoned. That's only one piece of the complex puzzle.

I’m glad I found this. Very interesting and I will be getting the book

I think when asking the question of how Christians think about pot, we need to remain vigilant to the fundamental. Arguing that smoking is detrimental to ones health should be a moot point here, and I think is being brought up to make a case against it, rather than exploring its effects from a faith based - relationship with God standpoint. Now, having said that, I myself was an avid user in my early teenage years, and now have become more of a recreational user, so naturally my opinion is a little biased. But I would argue that some of my deepest revelations, and most profound conversations with the Lord have come from times where I have 'used'. As a stimulant it certainly expands our thought process, and I often find myself digging deeper into theology and my own questions, and often it leads me to some rather deep conversations with the Lord. Now like everything else, there is a season for it, and I would strongly discourage an adolescent, or those who may think its okay to be high all day long. However, within moderation, so long as you aren't getting 'blasted' I would argue that it has benefits both mentally, and physically, and that the data and research out there has been very 'tampered' if existent at all over the years of prohibition. Like everything else I think you need to discern for yourself, and pray about it. Using the apologetic argument of the 'pure bride' to me is unequivocal, as this was in reference to alcohol if I'm not mistaken, and the effects just simply arent the same. Especially with moderate use. I can certainly appreciate Todd taking the time to actually research this from a Christian standpoint, but I would urge him to consider both sides of the coin, and realize that the data present today is very biased.

I’m curious about those percentages of people that use that they talked about at the beginning and if they were split based on CBD/THC use. I have a feeling people in the higher age bracket more using it for CBD in terms of pain management rather than THC

The spiritual affects with THC Marijuana is even more concerning.

Just a question. What if u have replaced your prescription meds for bipolar? I had no function while taking those meds. But since Ive replaced all my meds, my life is back. I lost weight, my sugar went down, just everything has Improved. And I only use it for medical purposes, it's not bout a buzz for me. Just a question. I'm currently struggling with this right now deeply.

My only complaint Dr Sean is I can’t hear you as well as I hear your guest in your interviews

Frequent user mid to late 70s ...my brain felt fried...walked away. Little did I know that I would soon become a Christian six months later in the Army. Fast forward. Won't touch the stuff.

Moderation with coffee or other food is the key

First I am a devoted follower of our Lord and pray each day. I haven't asked him about smoking weed but will. My gut sense is all things in moderation. I love tasting whisky and enjoy a wee dram or two from time to time. I also enjoy smoking weed occasionally when I'm doing yard work or doing something athletic. I'm hard pressed to this negatively. But I'll ask.

I disagree with many of the guest's conclusions. I think his focus was narrow-minded. Cannabis, in the age of technology, has countless benefits. I won't pretend that it's a perfect plant, but I think a much more nuance discussion should've taken place.

I have a medical card for Ga. I love the relaxing I get for my body, but haaate being stoned

I appreciate your insights guys! I will say there is more nuance to being high that could be discussed further but I like how much stuff you covered. :)

Dr. Sean - I've been watching several of your videos...well done! One thing from a production standpoint, however, is that your audio level is always lower than your guest's level. And I think the overall volume could be increased. Thanks :)

I've used it for pain as well as other specific medical issues (when it was cheaper than using my insurance) -there's no studies on cannabis because that's under the Federal restrictions still/ up until recently. Also: pharmaceutical companies, heavily leveraged in the FDA & other national depts, have suppressed the various THC-'s (THC-A,B,C,... etc) as it will affect their $'s -users have compiled voluntary information on specific strains & their averaged effects. The tone of this still is a bit scoffing towards smoking; yet : I use it as oil extract, ingested, even months in between. it's herbal medicine. I don't smoke it. It has helped a situation that has been having major issues in my body; it helps reset an imbalance when it starts to get to the point of not being able to clearly funtion.. but that can be months between. I had a severe joint injury and applied the oil topically, not sure what to expect.. pain went away quite sooon, even while ice was limiting swelling, the pain didn't go until it was applied topically. I agree: it should not be a go-to for everything, but unless someone is already prone to addiction, and can be self controlled, then this is still a 'sided' publication.. CBD: also helps for many things, isn't psychoactive, and does better than Rx's for many people in various conditions. Alcohol is far less beneficial, yet it's promoted /advertised and available. Just like anything else: it's about responsibility to God, to self & for one's actions in the community /nation(legal) This __IS___ slanted, sided presentation, disappointingly enough.

“Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. FOR HE THAT SOWETH TO HIS FLESH SHALL OF THE FLESH REAP CORRUPTION; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.” (Galatians 6:7-8)

Though it's often well-tolerated, CBD can cause side effects, such as dry mouth, diarrhea, reduced appetite, drowsiness and fatigue. CBD can also interact with other medications you're taking, such as blood thinners. Another cause for concern is the unreliability of the purity and dosage of CBD in products.

but alcohol overused or not is still bad for your health, so why is it a gift from god?

I've never heard a content maker who has their own mic levels so consistently off than Sean does

Cannabis is SO much better for us than alcohol. Alcohol should be equivalent to heroin, cocaine, and meth. I have been addicted to all of them and my decision-making was worse on alcohol than on the others

It help me realize I need god to keep gettin closer to god

Thank you, this has helped me so much.

What I’m getting as a Christian is. 1. Don’t smoke Marijuana, don’t hurt your lungs. We have edibles for a reason. 2. Don’t use marijuana until you’re the right age (so you don’t alter any learning or memory growing up) and financially stable (so you wont hurt your finances or break the law) 3. Time and place. It’s not for work, school, driving, or situations when you should to be focused.

Be great to have a pharmacist talk to marajuana. My husband went to a pharmacy conference on this. Yes not for children at all. Because of its illegal status there is not a lot of stringent research on it contrary to what people seem to indicate. Often there are substitutes for pain. Compounding pharmacist can make something to fight nausea. So marajuana can be substituted for. Ask your pharmacist.

In Torah it talks about HaShem making every green herb of the field for us to consume so I suppose in moderation weed is kosher just like alcohol and tobacco are in moderation. Excessive use of anything is not kosher or healthy. There are many health benefits from weed especially for cancer patients receiving chemo therapy and struggling with nausea and loss of appetite and for those with chronic pain so it’s use is like the use of alcohol as medicine in biblical times and in more recent history

What do you say to the person that refers to use every seed and fruit-bearing fruit? Genesis 1:29?

Whatever is on this planet God the creator put it here for a reason. I have an Anxiety disorder and also chronic pain from an accident. Fully disabled. My brain never stops! It's like a roller coaster with so many thoughts racing through my head. I smoke marijuana 2 to 3 times a day. It helps my pain and anxiety. Best of all my brain stops racing. I am part Cherokee. The native Americans used it ceremonial as well as peyote. They know way more about mother earth than anyone else. I give my dogs CBD oil during storms or fireworks and it helps them so much. It helps tremors in Parkinson disease. Big Pharma knows the wonderful things it can do. They would loose $$$ but think of the jobs it would create! Taxes being paid, etc. This country could be out of debt in no time. The drug cartels would take a hit. I am more concerned about what we are doing to our planet than someone smoking weed. Nevada gave money towards helping the homeless with money made from marijuana sales. We are living in end times. Love & Peace. Thank you Jesus 🙏

Thank you for your time. I have a question. Why is it ok to consume alcohol (something that is man made) in moderation, but not marijuana (something that God himself made)???

Ive never heard of anybody recking a car, beating their wife, dying of an over dose, or even kicking their dog when using marijuana. Cant say that about alchohol. And cannabis has been used for thousands of years. It ABSOLUTELY IS a very useful medicine and so many more useful things.

The Bible does speak on the act of pharmakeia which is to misuse a drug in a deliberate wrong way so to put the mind in an intoxicated state just like drunkeness implies. Medicinal purposes in micro amounts shouldn't be an issue.

OK, so if you’re drinking wine, why are you drinking wine? Isn’t it for the? If not what you call high at least to get relaxed? I mean, if you’re not drinking wine for some of its effects, you might as well drink water.

Nice information. How about you make a video a about the food that we’re eating nowadays? Good job 👍🏿

I dont smoke Marijuana, but aside from it though I have a question , how can I ask it personally? I love jesus.

I've had a few strokes.... im Christian and smoke an ounce a week....yall can sit there and tell us how bad it is, yet we see you at the local restaurants having a few drinks, or for some of you getting hammered daily...... No difference.....not your place to judge.. yall forget that

Regular use is 3 or 4 times a day not 3 or 4 times a week

Before marijuana was legal in my country, the doctor prescribed a CBD pain reliever. An artificial marijuana thing called Nabilone. They said it was all CBD. it had no particular high for the mind. I didn’t find that to be so. I found that not only did I get high on CBD in so much that I could not socialize and that I felt like I was in a zone of my own, but it made me very ill. It made me very sick. So I called my pain doctor and told him about it. He was so anxious to get me off the opiates that he didn’t think to correlate my other medical substances such as antidepressants with the new synthetic marijuana product. Nabilone. So they took me off it. It was a long time after marijuana became legal that I decided to try it again. It actually does help with the pain and when I’m depressed not always but sometimes it helps with my mood just a little. And that’s all I need, just a little. Also, I’m using the whole product. The CBD the THC at all. I smoke it because it’s cheaper to buy that way. And yes, I am a Christian. Who has severe chronic pain and depression. I find I am using less opioids at least.

I’m on the potent shit right now 😂🙏🏾

medical marijuana can be and has been proven to help someone like me with ptsd and chronic pain in my shoulders to help relive these issues. obviously in moderation as everything in life.

Ok, not sure if you will read this so long after the live stream, but I could not disagree with Mr. Miles more on his assertion that God's prohibitions on drunkenness are relative to marijuana use. Like alcohol, marijuana affects are correlated with quantities of THC consumed. If you make the statement that all marijuana use is akin to drunkenness, you must do this with alcohol. All alcohol use diminishes physical control, cognitive abilities and judgement, but the degree to which depends upon the amount of alcohol consumed. To say this is different from marijuana is simply wrong. This is most evident with increased intake. I have never seen someone who is under the influence of marijuana vomit violently due to over consumption. Additionally, there are some populations who have dramatic reactions to alcohol and far beyond those associated with pot use. It is frustrating to me when a self-proclaimed and non medical author makes clearly erroneous statements and then attempts to validate these with biblical text. Despite this, I am a strong supporter of Dr. McDowell and his ministry.

It largely has to do with the other compounds that he mentioned why THC has a range of effects. There are multiple strains of cannabis sativa and indica being two of them. Delta 9 THC by itself is fairly predictable

Love coffee and it does have some health properties

I use a hemp based ointment with only trace amounts of THC therefore I do not experience any sensory numbing side efects just an anti-inflammatory efect that reduces pain in the local area that it is applied such as elbow joint pain, it seems to help me so I think there is some medicinal use for hemp.

With medical marijuana, what would be the difference then all these other pharmaceuticals that just suppress issues and not help ? As well as they have very dangerous side effects?? Ps I’m not a pot smoker and I am completely against it, but I do see medicinal benefits for some people.

2 Kings 4:38-41

Remember the person with seizures in the Bible and how allegedly pot can help with seizures but this would take out the need for prayer and fasting. I think

WELL THOUGHT OUT TODD

@6min. %usage- about a decade ago I remember, in OR, military recruiters claiming 75% in young adult males. So when my son insisted he didn't use they did not believe him🙄

With all due respect, when he is commenting on the effects he has absolutely no idea since he is a non user so therefore its very simple to ignore what he is saying in regards to his opinion on its effect. Not gonna buy a book on someone who talks about dogs but has never had a dog in his life. He can state his opinion but unless he has tried it, it is ignored. A vast majority of cannabis users experience beneficial and positive effects include deep bible study, incredible prayer and in my case i will watch scripture from my church that i tithe with and am also in a weekly group. I am NOT a "close the bible christian after church on sunday" i am All In! I just simply choose to use cannabis over another devout christians choice for a glass of wine. And mine is ingested without smoking it as well.

and drugs from the farmacia damage your liver should we ban that to?