MAKING MORAL DECISIONS

Made by Gracie H., Isabella A., Bailey P., and Caroline L.
Theology
Set 8

WHAT IS STOP?
STOP is a series of steps a person can take when they are faced with a difficult decision.

S.T.O.P. SIGN STEPS

• S; Search out the facts
• T; Think of the consequences
• O; Consult Others, especially a nun or a priest
• P; Pray to God for guidance

WHAT ARE DRUGS

• Definition: A substance that causes a physiological effect when ingested
• Marijuana, Mushrooms, Cocaine, and Ecstasy are just a few examples of illegal drugs

WHAT THE CATHOLIC CURCH SAYS ABOUT DRUGS

• Drugs violate the Fifth Commandment; "Thou shall not kill"
• "2291 The use of drugs inflicts very grave damage on human health and life. Their use, except on strictly therapeutic grounds, is a grave offense. Clandestine production of and trafficking in drugs are scandalous practices. They constitute direct co-operation in evil, since they encourage people to practices gravely contrary to the moral law"

CONTINUED

• "2290 The virtue of temperance disposes us to avoid every kind of excess: the abuse of food, alcohol, tobacco, or medicine. Those incur grave guilt who, by drunkenness or a love of speed, endanger their own and others' safety on the road, at sea, or in the air"
• From http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p3s2c2a5.htm

WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT DRUGS

• 1 Corinthians 6:19-20: "Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body"

CONTINUED

• 1 Peter 5:8: "Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour"
• From http://www.openbible.info/topics/drug_use

What do you do when you see a stop sign? You stop. That's what this S.T.O.P. sign does, it stops you from making bad decisions. Refer back to earlier slides to find out the four steps of S.T.O.P.

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