The Denver Post
conservative commentators Mark Levin and Rush Limbaugh
If the measure passes, more restrictive local ordinances would remain in place while the state law would override weaker bans
Previously smaller pieces would have to be hand-cut by smokers from a much larger sheet each time
On the other hand, the absence of swollen cervical lymph nodes and fatigue is the most useful to dismiss the idea of infectious mononucleosis as the correct diagnosis
The Path Forward: Grace, Truth, and Freedom Heres how I think we should approach this practically: If you smoke and want to quit: Acknowledge its hardaddiction is real Get help (medical, spiritual, community) Dont try to white-knuckle it through prayer alone Give yourself grace through relapses Remember Gods not disappointed in you If youre a Christian leader who smokes: Consider how it affects your testimony and influence Be honest about the struggle rather than defensive Set a quit date and get accountability Model grace for yourself and others If youre addressing smoking in your church: Lead with compassion, not condemnation Provide resources, not just rules Acknowledge its complex, not simple Focus on freedom, not shame The goal isnt to create a new legalism where only perfectly healthy Christians are acceptable