Nope. Never had a drop in my life. Don't intend to start now. :thumbsup:
Will You TOSS One Back over the Holidays?
Discussion in 'General Baptist Discussions' started by righteousdude2, Nov 17, 2013.
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Yes
13 vote(s)27.1% -
No
25 vote(s)52.1% -
Yes, but in moderation [please explain]
5 vote(s)10.4% -
I do not drink alcohol, but see no sin in others drinking
11 vote(s)22.9% -
I do not think alcohol is an act of sin [please explain]
14 vote(s)29.2% -
I drink wine. It is not the same as beer or hard liquor.
1 vote(s)2.1% -
Wine is the same as any alcoholic beverage and should be avoided.
3 vote(s)6.3% -
Even though I do not drink, I allow alcohol at gatherings I host.
2 vote(s)4.2% -
My family and friends drink, but, NOT at my house!
6 vote(s)12.5% -
I avoid gatherings and restaurants where alcohol is served.
4 vote(s)8.3%
Multiple votes are allowed.
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I will be enjoying Great Lakes Christmas Ale this holiday season as well as some local fresh craft beer from Willoughby Brewing Company.
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I selected "No" because I don't foresee being in a place or situation where alcoholic beverages are present. If hey are present (restaurant) I don't foresee consumption of alcohol as a natural fit for the activity or fellowship that we will be engaged in.
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Anyway, I won't be tossing one back over the holidays. -
Bro. Curtis <img src =/curtis.gif>Site Supporter
I have had the same 6-pack of Pilsner Urquell in my fridge for over a month.
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I will have wine at communion on Sundays (since it is unleavened as is the matzo).
I personally opt to abstain from alcohol and never have it in my home. I believe the Bible clearly teaches moderation and control. BUT . . knowing how I am with chocolate or Cheetos, I know that if I ever started drinking liquor (other than for health) I would be the stumble-down drunk in a matter of days.
My flesh is easily addicted. Trying to eliminate oxygen but not going so well for me . . -
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padredurand Well-Known MemberSite Supporter
Had a brew or two at deer camp over the St. Venison's Day holiday. Does that count?
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padredurand Well-Known MemberSite Supporter
I know I'm walking on thin ice here but in spite of enjoying shooting a freezer full of Bambi AND the consumption of alcoholic beverages I have no desire to play cards, attend a motion picture show, cheat on my wife or dance in a public place. :thumbsup: -
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evenifigoalone Well-Known Member
I'm still underage, so no.
After I'm 21, which I will be by next year's holiday season, I might. While the Bible gives many warnings about drunkeness, it also seems to suggest that moderation is fine.
I wouldn't keep any in my house, though, for a few reasons. One, I wouldn't want to be tempted to drink too much. Two, I still live with my mom and younger teenage brother for now. -
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Quest..., my advice to you would be not to even consider a drink later in life. None of us need it.
Case in point. I knew a man back in the 1970's that told of his uncle getting an expensive bottle of wine for Christmas. Said uncle popped the top and everyone had a sip. Including this "man" who was about 14 at the time.
He told of from that moment after taking that first sip he was hooked! He told of drinking that entire bottle of wine when no one was looking and by the time he had finished it all..., it made no difference to him that his uncle was out of control with anger.
By the time he was 19 he had been arrested over 16 times for being under the influence and going crazy in public. If he's still alive he's still an alcoholic even if he stopped drinking through the help of AA. He was just an innocent kid and his addiction ruined his entire life. Yes, he went on to be a semi-successful insurance salesman during the day and a stark raving drunk at night.
Source: (My Memory)
I never drank a drop until after I went into the military and I'm so thankful the Lord blessed me with NOT being addicted to the stuff..., even before I came to know Him. In my military days I'd only get "liquored up" once or twice a year and then become very sleep very soon afterward and sleep the night away.
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Same HERE.....
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Yep!
I'm just not personally comfortable that attending places like that honors and pleases the Lord.....and THAT, after all is what SHOULD be important to a Christian who is trying to live a life that honors God. It is NOT about any "legal" requirement that is made of us by God, but rather a matter of a heart that is submissive to the Lord. I fall far short of that every day to my own shame. Thankfully, He is merciful and gracious to me as He is to all of us. Blessings to you brother...and all here.
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To the OP and the survey...
For the record... the only thing I'll be "tossing back" for the holidays will be a good ole' southern sweet iced tea with lemon...actually and probably a bunch of them! I guess I couldn't ever be a good Mormon...amen??!:laugh:
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evenifigoalone Well-Known Member
I've heard stories like that about "instant addiction" before, but IDK. Sound pretty few and far between to me. I have plenty of time to think it over, anyway. And if it'd bother my mom too much, considering I have to live with her for a while, it wouldn't be worth distressing her over.
I heard that wine doesn't taste that much different from grape juice, so you might as well just drink grape juice. But different people seem to have different opinions on that. -
Quest..., just the smell of wine gives me heartburn out of this world. It's really odd but should I sniff the contents of a bottle the heartburn is immediate. I consider that a plus.
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No one ever got addicted who didn't take that first drink.:thumbs:
You haven't drank to this point with good reason and don't feel like you have to just because you turn 21 next year.
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