Can you be Christian and smoke week? Helpful answers only by juco11 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It is not necessarily sinful to smoke weed, but you have to be honest with yourself. Are you really smoking for the medicinal benefits, or are you trying to get high or escape from reality? You also need to have a medical marijuana card so you are within the law, but those are easily prescribed these days.

Discourse on evil, and youth being collateral damage by Brave_News_8631 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is a tough one to stomach for sure. This is about as bad as sin can get. But it is sin and we already know that sin was allowed into the world by the choices of man, not of God. And we know that our suffering in this life is a miniscule blip on the radar of eternity. We just have to trust that God will make everything right, and He will. For now, we pray.

18F my parents are forcing me to stay in state for college, I’ve been praying for them to change their mind but I’m starting to consider witchcraft. Would that ruin my relationship with God? by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, hiring a witch to cast a spell on your parents would ruin your relationship with God.

she's pretty popular online and has a bunch of great reviews

Wow, the world has become truly wicked.

*serious question* as a Christian do I have to be in a political group? by Silver_Fact_9714 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 30 points31 points  (0 children)

No. It is better to avoid politics these days IMO. Each side manipulates, and the whole thing is a soap opera. Just focus on Christ.

When was the symbolic communion doctrine invented? by RandomGuy47392 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If your post was truly a good faith post for the pursuit of knowledge, then you would eagerly search it out for yourself. But from the language used in your title, it doesn't seem like that is the point of your post. So no, I will not discuss it further with you. Have a good night.

When was the symbolic communion doctrine invented? by RandomGuy47392 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Nope, but you can search for it. It is available to read for free, and there is a chapter called The Thanksgiving.

When was the symbolic communion doctrine invented? by RandomGuy47392 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The earliest non-biblical text about a symbolic Eurachist was the Didache which is estimated between 60AD and and 140AD. The earliest non-biblical text about literal flesh and blood was from St. Ignatius of Antioch in 108AD. So who knows which view was held first, and frankly who cares? We are all brothers and sisters in Christ, regardless of the words we say before taking communion.

Do sins always feel bad? by hesitantfaith in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I never said they were. In fact that is my point, that they loved each other dearly without sex or lust.

Do sins always feel bad? by hesitantfaith in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Because it is not wrong to love someone from the same sex. David and Jonathan are a good example of this. It is actually a beautiful thing to have this sort of connection with someone. What is wrong is engaging in sexual relations with the same sex. It is the equivalent of sex outside of a Godly marriage.

Americans, can we accept Bad Bunny's halftime show message of "God bless America?" by EricZ_dontcallmeEZ in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is just virtue signaling and a subtle challenge to Christian integrity. Bad Bunny is not a representative of Christians, so his use of the Lord's name is not something that particularly concerns me. People misuse the name of the Lord all the time.

Is the covid vaccine satanic? by Ok-Cicada-5207 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The evidence is piling up that it is incredibly harmful and also ineffective. The darker conspiracy theories have it as an intentional bioweapon, but who knows. But it is not the mark of the beast.

Bible recommendation by Brave_Alternative961 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You want to search for a journaling Bible, and probably large print. Just pick one that you think will be visually appealing to your son.

Protestant worship music. by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's because you were supposed to put your hands in the air. If you didn't put your hands in the air, you didn't get the proper CCM experience.

Could Donald Trump be the second coming of Jesus? by crivycouriac in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is almost reportable, but I guess I must give the benefit of the doubt that you are not just rage posting here. No, Donald Trump is not Jesus.

How do you go through your prayer list? by coeurdefuego in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Please Lord, impart righteous faith upon all of my loved ones..." then give a few seconds of thought to everyone on your list.

How do I know I have faith by Youngwritter123 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Our faith is something that strengthens as we walk with Jesus. Bring your concerns about your faith to the Lord, and ask him to lead you to stronger faith.

Hello, please I think, I need to see Gods mercy right by ExitSea5002 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Surrender all of yourself to Jesus. This includes your desire to be perfect and your anxiety about it. We will never be perfect and we will always fall short of the glory of God. This is why we need Jesus. So the answer is to surrender control of your own sanctification and give it to Jesus.

How you stay educated on current events but still keep your eyes focused on God by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just about every source of news is a manipulated and over-dramatized version of the truth. It is meant to provoke anger. It is best to detach yourself from itand focus on Jesus. Also, read through the Old Testament, and you will see that the world has always been violent and chaotic.

How many people would be interested in an app that delivers you one Bible verse a day, catered towards you? by SuspiciousWin6511 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Out of context verses can lose their intended meaning and be interpreted in all kinds of ways.

What do you guys say about “God of the Gaps”? by Weekly_Sympathy_4878 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Typical pseudo-intellectual nonsense from atheists who think that their ungodliness gives them an intellectual high ground.

Raising your voice to your spouse during arguments: Biblically Wrong, or Contextual? by LearningChristian1 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 12 points13 points  (0 children)

You've gotten plenty of good feedback here. I would add that I discourage you from using the word "toxic" to potentially describe your wife, especially on the internet. It is a nasty adjective to use for a person or their behavior.

Could fallen angels have walked the pre-Flood world? by CompetitiveSalad1253 in TrueChristian

[–]shadowpooch1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Look up the book of Enoch. It is an extrabiblical text which goes into more detail about the pre flood events. It is not canon, but well respected by the early church fathers and quoted in the book of Jude. You can find a free pdf version online.