“Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise.” Proverbs 20:1 NKJV.
Father God,
I have heard all the arguments for and against alcohol. From the reasoning that Jesus turned water into wine (John 2:1-11) and that wine was not that strong in biblical days. I have no problem with someone who enjoys a glass of wine with a meal or to celebrate and event. But here is where the line is drawn.
Solomon talks about those who have no self control or who are affected by it to be obnoxious. I have been at church events where people have brought their wine and do not know when the line has been crossed. And have been embarrassed by it. Paul says to the church in the New Testament we should not do what might lead others astray (1 Corinthians 8:9). When things are not black and white there is always Your wisdom God to help us.
Nothing should be more important than our relationship with You. Drink but as Paul says to the church in Ephesians 5:18, “And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit.” The NKJ Version uses the word ‘dissipation’ -the scattering, wasting, or gradual disappearance of energy, resources, or substances. The Word has the last word.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Worship Sunday 10th May 2026
I came across this song which is a testimony as well as worship. Some just cannot control the intake and it controls them. And it is impossible to know before hand.
“This is a new worship song with lyrics, and a Christian song about addiction and how Jesus and the Father have helped me see the light over the last 2 years in my recovery. After being inspired by my local churches worship team, I decided to come back to music.” Zarak Simmons.
Lyrics: Zarak “Stylez Major” Simmons.