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NASB | Proverbs 20:1 Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Proverbs 20:1 Wine is a mocker, strong drink a riotous brawler; And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise. [Prov 23:29, 30; Is 28:7; Hos 4:11] |
Subject: Don't understand Jesus's view on alcohol |
Bible Note: Greetings John! I was pleasantly surprised at MacArthur's stance. I would have guessed that he would have taken a different stand. Now, concerning your points my friend. I have posted several times about the words translated as 'wine'. You are correct that there are words which always refer to fermented alcohol. However, the weakness of your posted resources is simply this: there are also words which never refer to alcohol and there are words which can refer to both. One cannot just assume that every word translated as 'wine' refers to alcohol. Personally, I found his sermon to be very powerful and practical. His list of questions raised some excellent points, including our responsibility to the world. Oh well! It is probably no surprise that we disagree on this point! ;-) But, I love you anyway my friend. Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |