IS THE CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES A SIN ? PART 1

 By Michael Benson Ajayi 
Col 2:20-23TLB “why do you keep right on following them anyway, still bound by such rules as 21 not eating, tasting, or even touching certain foods? Such rules are mere human teachings, for food was made to be eaten and used up. These rules may seem good, for rules of this kind require strong devotion and are humiliating and hard on the body, but they have no effect when it comes to conquering a person's evil thoughts and desires. They only make him proud.”
What does the scriptures say about consuming alcoholic beverages
 The word “Wine” occurs 231 times in the bible and it’s from the Hebrew word ‘yayin’. It means fermented drink, banqueting wine. Genesis 9:21, 24; 14:18, 19:32-35, 27:25, 28. It also means rarely fermented wine (Hb. Tiyrosh) as in Gen. 27:28,37.
- Priests were not allowed to drink before service Lev. 10:9
- God requested intoxicating drink (Heb. yayin) as part of the daily offerings in the Old Testament Lev. 23:13
- Nazarenes (Hebrew devotees) were not to drink grape juice ,except during funerals . Num. 6:3,20.
- Aaron and his sons (God’s high priests) were to drink the best wine while serving in the temple Num. 18:12
- Strong drink was offered as a mark of honour to God (as in libations) like in most African custom  Num. 28:7
- After tithing the Israelites were advised to buy and drink strong alcoholic drinks Deut 14:26
 “Use the money to buy anything you want: cattle, sheep, wine, or beer — anything that looks good to you. You and your family can then feast in the Presence of God, your God, and have a good time.”
 - Babies were dedicated to God with intoxicating wine (Heb. yayin) 1 sam. 1:24
- King David (the anointed prophet and psalmist) was appeased with wine. 1 Sam. 25:18
- Wine improves well-being by making merry Ps. 104:15
- God promises abundance of wine to them who honour him Prov. 3:10
We should pray that God grants us wisdom to live responsibly in the sight of men. As you receive Jesus Christ as your lord and saviour and read this now , receive grace for overflowing joy in Jesus name.
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