ALCOHOL AND DRUGS
God created a wealth of things for human enjoyment. However, not everything God created is used by humans according to its original purpose. This also applies to drugs and intoxicating substances. Over time, humans have produced various products that are harmful to their health and that keep many, including an increasing number of young people, addicted to them...
Most people use alcohol and drugs as a means to temporarily forget the worries and problems in their lives. However, alcohol doesn't solve problems; at best, it creates new ones. The effects of drugs lead to addiction for many, which most cannot overcome without outside help. Furthermore, countless people worldwide die each year from the consequences of their excessive alcohol and drug consumption, sometimes in extremely painful ways. For others, the years of taking these substances leave irreparable physical and psychological damage. Added to this are the resulting health consequences for children. The rate of road traffic accidents, which is attributable to increased alcohol consumption, is increasing dramatically....
The Bible teaches that our bodies are God's property and that we do not belong to ourselves. This means that we humans are responsible for our health. By getting drunk on drugs, we risk, in the short or long term, destroying our own health and simultaneously harming the health of others. God has called us humans to a life of freedom. Furthermore, the Bible admonishes us to be sober and clear-headed so that we can examine whether what we do is in God's will or not. Excessive drug use can lead to a person no longer being able to control their behavior and decisions, or only partially. This puts them at risk of doing things that make them guilty before God and that can have serious consequences for themselves and others. Furthermore, the Bible warns that people who continually get drunk will not have access to the kingdom of God and will end up in damnation.
God does not forbid the moderate consumption of alcoholic beverages such as wine. However, this can become a sin if the craving for alcohol becomes so strong that a person cannot resist it. In some cases, wine can also be beneficial to health. However, for the reasons mentioned above, it is advisable to consume alcohol in extremely small quantities. Instead, everyone should drink plenty of fresh water daily. A person who is connected to God does not need drugs. Their joy in life comes from their relationship with God, which is more fulfilling than anything this world can offer us without God. Furthermore, God gives all who live with Him the strength to overcome all addictions. Those who trust in God and rely on His Word will find true freedom and a fulfilling life in every way.
Or do you not know that wrongdoers will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor men who have sex with men nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.
1. Korinther 6,9-10
“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but I will not be mastered by anything.
1. Korinther 6,12
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.
1. Korinther 10,31
Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.
Epheser 5,18
But you, brothers and sisters, are not in darkness so that this day should surprise you like a thief. You are all children of the light and children of the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness. So then, let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let us be awake and sober. For those who sleep, sleep at night, and those who get drunk, get drunk at night. But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on faith and love as a breastplate, and the hope of salvation as a helmet.
1. Thessalonicher 5,4-8
Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.
1. Petrus 5,8