As I watch my parents memory decline drastically from this death shot, I sometimes investigate to see what could possibly be done for them.
I've come across something interesting, probably a long shot, but been focusing on substances that increase neurogenesis.
Psychedelics have been shown to increase neurogenesis. One that is really serious and surprisingly effective is ibogaine.
Ibogaine has been used to get people off of heroin, alcohol, and other addictive substances in one treatment. It is being researched in Parkinson's disease. It really is miraculous if you look at the data.
Now, it is incredibly taxing on the body. If you have anyone suffering from addiction, you should look into this. It is pretty expensive and kind of dangerous if done alone, so there are clinics in Mexico that do this under strict medical supervision.
But it is being used for Parkinson's because it increases GDNF, which can help the brain grow new dopaminergic cells. Addicts come out of the treatment feeling pretty damn good. Veterans are starting to go for PTSD- Sean Ryan did this exact treatment.
The question I have is if anyone uses this, especially us God-Fearing people, is this a sin? I know psychedelics are entering into other realms, other entities, and is something God has warned about. There is definite spiritual danger in messing with psychedelics.
Using it strictly for medicinal purposes, not to speak with entities or to get high, but to help PTSD, neurogenesis, etc. What's your opinion on the nature of this. How do you think God views this?
There are some great Christians in this place, smarter and better than me. Would love to know what you guys think from a sin perspective.
Hmmmm lots of Paul and only one line of Jesus.
Well, if it's a sport where we keep score, sure. If you like, you can give more weight to the Jesus passage. What do you think, 100 points for each Red Letter word and 2 points for each black letter word? What's your point?
So what, paul received the word by revelation same as Jesus did. In fact Paul received the revelation of the mystery which had been hid from the eyes of all men including Jesus until God revealed it through Paul. Pauls epistles are written directly to us to use for doctrine, reproof and correction. Written to those of us in the grace administration that was founded on pentecoste. Your comment implies youbstill luve under the law rather than grace. By the law no man shall be justified. Just as Christ had his role in salvation Paul was a chosen vessel of God to teach us what wonderful power we have since the day of pentecosts due to the perfect works of Christ.
Thank you for the scripture references.
Psychedelics have been used by witches and warlocks to convene with demonic entities. Is intention the difference?
If you go into a psychedelic experience trying to heal trauma or addiction, would that change everything?
It's just tough to see the bad side of psychedelic therapy being a sin for medical purposes, but it is basically going into the unseen realms. This is one of those confusing questions.
You believe it is not a sin, correct?
I believe the intention is a major factor in something like this. There is no doubt that certain God-created substances in nature have potential for tremendous healing or for tremendous harm. There are also certain actions and activities that can open doors for demons to do their evil work. The Word tells us to use the Holy Spirit and wisdom to guide our actions, especially in the gray areas that are not outlined in other scriptures. However, the main thing is, there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Do you believe that you are saved by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, or do you believe that you need to achieve salvation by avoiding sin? If it's the latter, I'm afraid I have some terrible news for you...but also some wonderful news. The terrible news is that you were born dead in your sin, and any sinful thought, word, or deed after that only makes things worse. God does not grade on a curve; a passing grade with Him is only 100% and nothing less. The wonderful news is that that is why Jesus Christ came to die, and His death and resurrection makes us right with God and brings us from spiritual death to spiritual life. This is the message of scripture, and many do not understand it. I go back to the first verse I quoted: There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. If you are IN HIM, you will not only be guided by the Spirit, but you have been and will continue to be forgiven for the times you strayed.
Very wisely said. Thank you. God bless you
An uncontrolled mind doesn't need a mushroom to let a devil spirit in.