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15 Bible Verses About Alcohol Addiction

Introduction

Alcohol addiction is a prevalent issue that has plagued societies for centuries. While moderate alcohol consumption is not harmful, excessive consumption can lead to addiction, which can have significant adverse effects on individuals and their families.

Addiction to alcohol can lead to physical and mental health problems, financial instability, legal troubles, and strained relationships. As Christians, it is crucial to understand what the Bible has to say about alcohol addiction, and the consequences of excessive drinking on one’s life.

The Bible is a significant source of guidance and inspiration for Christians, and it has much to say about alcohol consumption and addiction. The Bible repeatedly warns against drunkenness and encourages sobriety, self-control, and moderation.

It also highlights the negative consequences of excessive drinking, including moral degradation, physical and mental health issues, financial instability, and broken relationships.

This list of 15 Bible verses about alcohol addiction aims to help Christians gain a better understanding of what the Bible teaches about alcohol addiction and its negative effects.

It is essential to note that the Bible does not condemn alcohol consumption altogether. In fact, the Bible mentions wine as a symbol of joy, celebration, and God’s blessings. However, the Bible also cautions against the abuse of alcohol and encourages Christians to drink responsibly and in moderation.

Understanding the biblical perspective on alcohol addiction can help Christians make informed decisions about their drinking habits and support those struggling with alcohol addiction.

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Bible Verses About Alcohol Addiction

  1. Proverbs 20:1 – “Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise.”
  2. Proverbs 23:20-21 – “Do not mix with winebibbers, or with gluttonous eaters of meat; for the drunkard and the glutton will come to poverty, and drowsiness will clothe a man with rags.”
  3. Proverbs 23:29-35 – “Who has woe? Who has sorrow? Who has contentions? Who has complaints? Who has wounds without cause? Who has redness of eyes? Those who linger long at the wine, those who go in search of mixed wine. Do not look on the wine when it is red, when it sparkles in the cup, when it swirls around smoothly; at the last it bites like a serpent, and stings like a viper. Your eyes will see strange things, and your heart will utter perverse things. Yes, you will be like one who lies down in the midst of the sea, or like one who lies at the top of the mast, saying: “They have struck me, but I was not hurt; they have beaten me, but I did not feel it. When shall I awake, that I may seek another drink?”
  4. Isaiah 5:11-12 – “Woe to those who rise early in the morning, that they may follow intoxicating drink; who continue until night, till wine inflames them! The harp and the strings, the tambourine and flute, and wine are in their feasts; but they do not regard the work of the Lord, nor consider the operation of His hands.”
  5. Isaiah 5:22 – “Woe to men mighty at drinking wine, woe to men valiant for mixing intoxicating drink.”

  1. Hosea 4:11 – “Harlotry, wine, and new wine enslave the heart.”
  2. Hosea 7:5 – “In the day of our king princes have made him sick, inflamed with wine; he stretched out his hand with scoffers.”
  3. Joel 1:5 – “Awake, you drunkards, and weep; and wail, all you drinkers of wine, because of the new wine, for it has been cut off from your mouth.”
  4. Amos 6:6 – “Who drink wine from bowls, and anoint themselves with the best ointments, but are not grieved for the affliction of Joseph.”
  5. Habakkuk 2:15 – “Woe to him who gives drink to his neighbor, pressing him to your bottle, even to make him drunk, that you may look on his nakedness!”

  1. Luke 21:34 – “But take heed to yourselves, lest your hearts be weighed down with carousing, drunkenness, and cares of this life, and that Day come on you unexpectedly.”
  2. Romans 13:13 – “Let us walk properly, as in the day, not in revelry and drunkenness, not in lewdness and lust, not in strife and envy.”
  3. 1 Corinthians 5:11 – “But now I have written to you not to keep company with anyone named a brother, who is sexually immoral, or covetous, or an idolater, or a reviler, or a drunkard, or an extortioner—not even to eat with such a person.”
  4. 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 – “Do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived. Neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor homosexuals, nor sodomites, nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners will inherit the kingdom of God.”
  5. Galatians 5:19-21 – “Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand, just as I also told you in time past, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.”

Conclusion

In conclusion, this list of 15 Bible verses about alcohol addiction serves as a reminder of the dangers of excessive drinking and the importance of sobriety and self-control.

The Bible repeatedly warns against drunkenness and encourages Christians to avoid associating with those who indulge in excessive drinking.

The negative consequences of alcohol addiction highlighted in these verses, such as moral decay, financial instability, and broken relationships, should serve as a warning to anyone struggling with alcohol addiction.

As Christians, it is our responsibility to support and encourage those struggling with alcohol addiction. We can do this by providing a listening ear, offering practical help and resources, and pointing them toward the hope and healing found in Christ.

It is also essential to cultivate a culture of moderation and responsible drinking within our communities and families. By doing so, we can prevent the harmful effects of alcohol addiction and promote healthy, balanced living.

Ultimately, our faith in Christ should guide us in all aspects of our lives, including our drinking habits. As we strive to follow His example, let us seek to uphold the biblical principles of self-control, sobriety, and love for our neighbor.

May we always be mindful of the negative consequences of excessive drinking and seek to live our lives in a way that glorifies God and benefits those around us.

Pastor Duke Taber
Pastor Duke Taber

Pastor Duke Taber

All articles have been written or reviewed by Pastor Duke Taber.
Pastor Duke Taber is an alumnus of Life Pacific University and Multnomah Biblical Seminary.
He has been in pastoral ministry since 1988.
Today he is the owner and managing editor of 3 successful Christian websites that support missionaries around the world.
He is currently starting a brand new church in Mesquite NV called Mesquite Worship Center, a Non-Denominational Spirit Filled Christian church in Mesquite Nevada.