Biblical Answer

The Bible Speaks Against Drunkenness and Excessive Drinking

The Bible is clear in its condemnation of drunkenness and excessive drinking. In Proverbs 20:1, it is written, "Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise." This verse highlights the dangers of drinking and the negative consequences that come with it. The Bible also warns against the use of alcohol as a beverage, viewing it as a potential danger. In the New Testament, the apostle Paul writes, "Do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit" (Ephesians 5:18). This verse emphasizes the importance of self-control and moderation in all aspects of life, including drinking.

The Bible views drunkenness as a form of sin, rather than a disease or an illness. In 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, it is written, "Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who practice homosexuality, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God." This verse makes it clear that drunkenness is a behavior that is contrary to God's will and will not be tolerated in the kingdom of God. The Bible also emphasizes the importance of self-control and moderation in all aspects of life, including drinking.

The Bible teaches that Christians should not use their freedom in Christ as an excuse to engage in excessive drinking or drunkenness. In 1 Corinthians 6:12, it is written, "All things are lawful for me, but not all things are profitable. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be mastered by anything." This verse emphasizes the importance of self-control and moderation in all aspects of life, including drinking. The Bible also teaches that Christians should seek to be filled with the Spirit and to walk in the Spirit, rather than being controlled by their fleshly desires, including the desire to drink excessively. In Galatians 5:22-23, it is written, "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law." This verse emphasizes the importance of living a life that is controlled by the Spirit, rather than the flesh.