Third Hour Posted August 13, 2018 Report Share Posted August 13, 2018 On July 29, 2018, Kurtis Lee wrote in the LA Times about the battle over marijuana in the state of Utah and the effect it's having on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and its members. Brian Stoll, a member of the Church, shared his dilemma of taking marijuana for his back pain, but choosing to switch to a different medication in order to get married in the temple several years ago. Marijuana is still illegal in Utah, unlike 30 other states that have passed laws allowing medical marijuana. Now Brian, along with many others, is working to pass Proposition 2 allowing medical marijuana. However, there are others who believe that this decision will lead to legalizing recreational pot. For more information on the article, read here: http://www.latimes.com/nation/la-na-utah-mormons-marijuana-20180729-story.html# So what should be done? Without a flat out "this is the Lord's decision about marijuana" statement from the Church, it can seem difficult to know what position should be taken. Some may feel that God has spoken one way, while others may believe... View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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