Christianity and Clubbing?

[BarlyGurl]

The only reason a real follower of Christ, not the fake, worldly imposters who have a form of godliness buy deny its power, to set foot into a clubbing atmosphere would be to call the sinners to repent, stop sinning and seek the mercy of God!

NOT to go and have a few brewskies, or hang out with your God hating friends, who mock Him every day with their vile, worldly lives!

Hey Tommy... you finally wrote a short enough post... that I READ IT! And it was funny, true and I LIKED IT!!

 

[Ugly]

Well, i suppose you could put it this way. What if you go to a club, people are drunk, high, trippin, dancing sexually.. and as you walk in, you notice Jesus walks in right behind you, and follows you around. You see him looking around at the environment you chose to put yourself into. Would you feel comfortable? If you looked over at the dance floor and saw half naked women grinding their butts up on men's crotches, maybe two girls in the corner making out, one guy dancing with two girls and feeling on them. Then you look back at Jesus. Would you think 'oh, no big deal' or would you start feeling embarrassed or ashamed as Jesus stood there looking at you in this place? Only you can answer this question.

 

[WhiteWolfOfTheBlackForest]

A club is just a social organisation. So it highly depends on what goes on within that club. But the stereotypical club with alcohol, sexual people & bad behaviour I would never go to. Not a good atmosphere to be in at all.

 

[OceanGrl]

A club is just a social organisation. So it highly depends on what goes on within that club. But the stereotypical club with alcohol, sexual people & bad behaviour I would never go to. Not a good atmosphere to be in at all.

Yes, I've been to a couple of clubs that did not feature any of the stereotypical things that are usually associated with clubs. I would never go to one where I witness such things happening. But, this one that I go to every long while with friends is pretty laid back and not like crazy or anything. Just socializing and music, you can dance if you want kind of place.

 

[JGPS]

I thought it was going to be an anti-Canada thread about clubbing baby seals.

 

[JimJimmers]

I thought it was going to be an anti-Canada thread about clubbing baby seals.

This gives me an idea for a thread...

 

[jimmydiggs]

I'm against clubbing.

 

[JimJimmers]

Clubbing isn't exactly fond of you either, Jimmy!!

 

[jimmydiggs]

Clubbing isn't exactly fond of you either, Jimmy!!

I recently got invited to a drunken stupor. It made me question my faithfulness. Am I not Christian enough to deter being invited to giant drunk parties?

 

[JGPS]

I recently got invited to a drunken stupor. It made me question my faithfulness. Am I not Christian enough to deter being invited to giant drunk parties?

Yeah, your anti-social shield must be wearing thin.

Try a hermitage, that deters a lot of unwanted people from interacting with you

Or try emulating westboro, that may help too


As for me people want to interact with me because they can see a little bit of what I am. If that means inviting me to something I don't care to go to thats fine, it lets me counter invite them to something more edifying

Being unapproachable isn't an asset.

 

[JimJimmers]

I recently got invited to a drunken stupor. It made me question my faithfulness. Am I not Christian enough to deter being invited to giant drunk parties?

That is an interesting point though, and I know what you mean. Similar to the classic girl complaint of "what kind of a girl does he think I am?" It does feel weird, almost like your honor was questioned, but they've probably talked to enough Christians who were fine with it that they figured they'd shoot an invite your way.

 

[Tintin]

I've been to a couple of night clubs some years ago but I didn't enjoy them, they're just not my scene. Drunk people and cigarette smoke everywhere - yah! Not.

 

[JimJimmers]

That is an interesting point though, and I know what you mean. Similar to the classic girl complaint of "what kind of a girl does he think I am?" It does feel weird, almost like your honor was questioned, but they've probably talked to enough Christians who were fine with it that they figured they'd shoot an invite your way.

Also, just thought I'd add for all the folks out there, in case it comes up: Be sure to be polite, and tell them why you don't need spirits to have a good time. Even if they laugh, I bet they'll remember it for a long time.

 

[JGPS]

I've been to a couple of night clubs some years ago but I didn't enjoy them, they're just not my scene. Drunk people and cigarette smoke everywhere - yah! Not.

It's sounds pretty boring for the most part.

 

[Tintin]

Haha! It was! And the music was too loud to talk to your friends. I much prefer a quiet, comfortable Irish pub atmosphere. No cigarette smoke, no drunk people, good food and you can talk with your friends.

 

[tjogs]

Well, i suppose you could put it this way. What if you go to a club, people are drunk, high, trippin, dancing sexually.. and as you walk in, you notice Jesus walks in right behind you, and follows you around. You see him looking around at the environment you chose to put yourself into. Would you feel comfortable? If you looked over at the dance floor and saw half naked women grinding their butts up on men's crotches, maybe two girls in the corner making out, one guy dancing with two girls and feeling on them. Then you look back at Jesus.

Haha. That's exactly what I was thinking when I got into one. But it was also very good way to stay away from temptation and remind me of why I actually was in there.

 

[Stuey]

I know my views on alcohol are pretty extreme but I make no apologies. I was raised to reject alcohol in all shapes, sizes, forms, and brands and will continue to do so. Again, I do not distinguish between one drink and drunkenness. I lost a lot of friends when I turned 21 and rejected their offers to take me out for my first drink and I'm prepared to lose many more. Drinking is wrong and I stand by my hard views on it. Thank you and God bless

wine that gladdens human hearts, oil to make their faces shine, and bread that sustains their hearts

Do you believe it because the bible teaches it? Or do you believe it because you were 'raised that way'. Be wary of the traditions of man.

May I ask, do you believe that Jesus drank wine? Is it a sin in every case?

If you choose not to drink that is your choice, but you should not judge Christians (which your post makes me worry that you may) who choose to drink in a way that honours God.



Regards.

In regards to clubbing.... I think it can be ok, sometimes, if you are going out for a friends birthday or something. I think you need to be extremely cautious though.... Extremely. Not my scene, any more.

 

[Theophane]

@Gods_Lady89

What does St. Paul say about the flesh?

Opposition Between the Flesh and the Spirit

I think this would apply to Christian men as well as Christian women.

 

[Nautilus]

Haha! It was! And the music was too loud to talk to your friends. I much prefer a quiet, comfortable Irish pub atmosphere. No cigarette smoke, no drunk people, good food and you can talk with your friends.

I don't think you've ever been to an Irish pub. With all the Guinness and Jameson's being passed around I've never seen one without drunks.

Back to the OP, as far as clubs go, I hate them. Not for any religious reasons persay I just don't enjoy being around those people, the drinks are overpriced, and the music is too loud. Give me a nice neighborhood dive bar any day of the week. And no I see absolutely nothing wrong with going to a bar and having a few drinks every now and then.

 

[starfield]

It is unwise to expose yourself to activities such as clubbing that will elicit lustful thoughts and actions. Clubs and rave parties, which is revellings, is condemned in Galatians 5:21. 1 Cor 10:31 says "...whatsoever you do, do all to the glory of God", I don't see how crowd surfing, provocative dancing, drunkenness, and all the frivolities that goes on in clubs will glorify God. Lastly, 2 Tim 2:22 says "Flee also youthful lusts: but follow righteousness, faith, charity, peace, with them that call on the Lord out of a pure heart". Personally, I would attend church outings instead of these secular clubs.