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1. Sir Anthony Hopkins: Atheist Turned Christian Credits God for 45 Years of Sobriety

... Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, "Why don't you just trust in God?" Hopkins admits that he was at such a point of desperation that he thought, Well, why not? As he recalls his addiction and powerlessness ...

Created on 30 December 2020

2. 2021: 38% of Americans Say They Will Spend the Year in 'Survival Mode

If nearly 40% of the nation anticipates spending the next 12 months in "survival mode," it's not a good sign for the coming year. Traditionally, Americans look forward to the turn of the year with optimism, ...

Created on 10 December 2020

3. 911 Call: Jerry Falwell Jr. Injured in Fall After Drinking

... had empty alcohol containers in it. The Wall Street Journal reported last week that Liberty officials had heard complaints about Jerry Falwell Jr. coming to campus while drunk. Falwell denied those claims. ...

Created on 18 September 2020

4. Alcohol Ads Causing Children to Drink, Study Says

Children are enticed into underage drinking by alcohol advertisements on television and social media, research suggests. A U.S. study in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs found that children ...

Created on 05 March 2020

5. Is Biblical Sobriety the Next Big Health Trend?

Should Christians abstain from alcohol? The answer depends on which Christian you ask. Some denominations take no stance on the issue, allowing believers to make the decision for themselves. On one hand, ...

Created on 21 August 2019

6. Billy Graham Answers: Is It Wrong for Christians to Drink Alcohol?

Q: My parents drink alcohol on occasion and always at social events, but they tell me to never drink. Isn't this hypocritical? A: (From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham) Some of the most heartbreaking ...

Created on 25 June 2019

7. Sober Minded: It May Not Be a Sin to Drink Alcohol, But ...

... we say, "I don't need to change for them. If they don't like how I live, that's their problem." Before your blood starts boiling, let me make something very clear: Drinking alcohol is not a sin, nor does it ...

Created on 13 February 2019

8. Why This Comedian Rejected Atheism, Embraced God

... standup world decades ago, once struggled with drugs and alcohol before leaving that life behind, rejecting his atheistic worldview and embracing God. Today, Allen—a fixture on the "Make Comedy Great Again" ...

Created on 25 February 2019

9. Research: Most Protestant Churchgoers Refuse to Drink Alcohol

Most churchgoers say the Bible teaches against drunkenness. But that doesn't stop about 4 in 10 from taking a drink now and then. While 41 percent of Protestant churchgoers say they consume alcohol, 59 ...

Created on 29 November 2018

10. Tony Dungy: 2 Major Dangers of Drinking Alcohol All Christians Should Know

... are dangerous that we need to talk to our children about. Here are several dangers of alcohol. Alcohol Is a Drug Again, I didn't mind those guys drinking, but what I do mind is our society's inability to ...

Created on 04 September 2018

11. Church Building a Brewery for Congregants Wants to Donate Proceeds to Planned Parenthood

... taps. The church's pastor, Chris VanHall, who admits to preaching a "progressive take on theology," said congregants' alcohol consumption during his sermons inspired his idea to blend a church facility with ...

Created on 22 August 2018

12. Spirit-Filled Pastor Answers: Can Christians Drink Alcohol?

When it comes to alcohol, Christians typically fall on two sides of the spectrum: Legalistic or liberal license. One says believers should never so much as look at alcohol while the other seems to think ...

Created on 06 August 2018

13. What Alcohol Can Teach About How Holy Spirit Works in Us

Alcohol can teach us a lot about the work of the Holy Spirit within us. In Ephesians 5:18 we read: "Do not be drunk with wine, for that is reckless living. But be filled with the Spirit." To get drunk with ...

Created on 08 May 2018

14. How Much Alcohol Is Too Much?

... line"? Now, I want to say right up front that it is not my intent to extol the virtues or lack thereof concerning alcoholic beverages for anyone. I am actually not here to try to justify or condemn any ...

Created on 02 April 2018

15. The Near-Death Experience That Brought Rocker Alice Cooper Back to Church

... as a "classic alcoholic," Cooper turned to a steadfast and faithful helper: the Lord God. Click here to read the rest of this story from our content partners at Faithwire. Tired of feeling scared? Divided? ...

Created on 28 March 2018

16. Pastor Baptizes Congregants in Their Choice of Alcohol

Multiple reports claim a South African pastor uses alcohol throughout his services for everything from baptisms to exorcisms. "So this church also prays for their drinks before they are served," says Bishop ...

Created on 24 October 2017

17. 2 Biblical Reasons Why Christians Should Not Drink Alcohol

Joseph Solomon believes the Bible does permit Christians to drink alcohol—but is this permissible act beneficial? He dives into the controversial subject and offers two reasons why Christians who can ...

Created on 11 October 2017

18. Pittsburgh Church Converted Into Brewery Just One of a Growing Trend

"ON THE EIGHTH DAY MAN CREATED BEER." So claims the Church Brew Works in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a brewery housed in a former church building. This is just one of many bars and breweries opening in former ...

Created on 11 October 2017

19. Church on Tap: Congregation Brews Beer to Attract New Members

... alcohol it is less potent than some of its local competitors—but still packs nearly twice the punch of a typical international lager. The Brussels Beer Project will brew about 50,000 bottles in a first ...

Created on 06 October 2017

20. Why I Never Drink Alcohol

... never abused drugs again or had a sip of alcohol, other than taking Communion with a taste of wine when that was the only option. Do I believe that the Scriptures require total abstinence for all believers? ...

Created on 18 September 2017