Substance Abuse

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Verses

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  1. …and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.
  2. Do not be deceived: “Bad company corrupts good character.”
  3. Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to reckless indiscretion. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.
  4. Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by them is not wise.
  5. Woe to those who rise early in the morning in pursuit of strong drink, who linger into the evening, to be inflamed by wine.
  6. The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear-minded and sober, so that you can pray.
  7. But now I am writing you not to associate with anyone who claims to be a brother but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or a verbal abuser, a drunkard or a swindler. With such a man do not even eat.
  8. Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship.
  9. Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.