Bible Question: My husband drink wine on Christmas day, Is it agreeable in Christians since he resides in US and how does the word of God balance this? |
Bible Answer: It is drunkenness that is condemned in Scripture. Wine was the common mealtime beverage (and still is around the Mediterranean). Our Lord consecrated wine for the Lord's Supper (yes, I am not a fan of grape juice and, yes, I know that exceptions need to be made). The temperance movement of the 19th century is what led to the abolition of wine in many Christian homes, and not any biblical mandate. Enjoy your wine and don't cause your brother to stumble (Romans 14:21; 1 Corinthians 8:13). --Joe! |