Proverbs 23:20
Proverbs 23:20
Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh.
The Bible warns us against the dangers of indulgence, particularly in areas such as drunkenness and gluttony. These behaviors, often linked with excess, can lead to self-destruction and separation from God’s will. To live in alignment with God’s purpose, we are called to exercise discipline and moderation. Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and we are to honor God by maintaining control over our desires. Drunkenness, as described in Scripture, leads to debauchery and disrupts the peace and joy that God desires for us. Instead, we are called to be filled with the Spirit, which empowers us to live a life of self-control and righteousness. By surrendering to the Spirit, we gain the strength to resist the temptations of the flesh and make choices that honor God. This is a call to live with purpose, exercising discernment and self-discipline in all aspects of our lives, whether in our eating, drinking, or other habits.
2 Timothy 4:5
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:.
Proverbs 23:2
And put a knife to your throat if you are given to appetite.
Daniel 1:8
But Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself with the king’s food, or with the wine that he drank.
Hosea 4:11
For wine and new wine take away the understanding.