Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Drinking Alcohol"
The Bible does not prohibit alcohol entirely but strongly condemns drunkenness and urges wisdom and self-control.
The Bible does not prohibit alcohol entirely but strongly condemns drunkenness and urges wisdom and self-control.
"And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit." — Ephesians 5:18 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Drinking Alcohol?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit."
"Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise."
"Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."
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