Posted by SLS on December 29, 2009, at 7:01:11
In reply to Re: Unfaithfullness and Side Effects. » SLS, posted by Sigismund on December 28, 2009, at 19:23:50
> I can't imagine God prohibiting lithium.
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> Why not?
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> Lack of abuse potential?I don't know about God, but I think that because a drug has the potential of abuse is not sufficient reason to prohibit its use therapeutically. However, I think it is important to demonstrate that such a drug is efficacious in treating illness and to control its availability as is done with other prescription drugs. I guess it depends on how one uses an object that defines its appropriateness. Using a ram's horn to produce and effect is not in itself a sin. For example, one can blow through it and produce a noise that communicates meaning to others. However, one can also use it as a blunt instrument weapon to kill. I'm sure God knew this in advance of His allowing people to use it as a tool.
- Scott
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