There are many situations that if a person smoked it would be a sin. If a person has lung cancer of course smoking would be a sin--this IMHO is a no-brainer.

As far as a badge today it would indeed true for many, but not all. This would have to be judged on a case by case basis. If I did not have HBP and began smoking tonight <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/puke.gif" alt="" /> (I hate the taste) it would not be a sin. But, I would not smoke in front (or at least I would first ask) of Gerry as it would offend a weaker .......Many may pick up a pipe just because they like the smell/taste and thus it may help them relax....et. al. Though I would not smoke, I do like the smell of a good tobacco (pipe) ..... "sometimes."

Reformed and Always Reforming,