"A drunk mans words are a sober mans thoughts."

[BoarderDave]

(Disclaimer: The title uses the term "man" as "person." It doesn't only apply to men.)

Hello all Young Adultians.. I have a question about alcohol. What's the general concensus on the subject? Good? Bad? Fine in moderation? Completely sinful?

I must admit.. I really enjoy beer. I like the tastes, I like the feels, etc; I like beer.

Sooo.. Im just wondering what the Christian thought process is about alcohol and those of us that enjoy it.

Also included is a general poll.. Feel free to vote if you would like.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Beautiful Fireball]

I have no problem with alcohol, I never have. I like beer, I like other stuff. I think its fine as long as its in moderation, just like anything else. But I don't think that alcohol is in just evil on its own. I know I probably shouldn't even be drinking because I am underage, but I figure if I am old enough to vote, the government can take my money, then I am old enough to drink. Besides, I think I am more mature then some of the 21 years olds that are allowed to drink, oh well.

 

[moerunamida]

I think having a drink once in awhile is nothing to feel bad about.

 

[BoarderDave]

What do you consider once in a while? Once a month? Once a week? Couple drinks a few days out of the week?

 

[moerunamida]

Once a month...if that for me. I haven't had a drink since last year though.

 

[BoarderDave]

Oh I see.. is it cause all the rum is gone?

"Why is the rum always gone... "

 

[JulySheMustFly]

No problem with alcohol. We have beer or while a couple of times a week in our house. No biggie.

I think intent when you drink is the determining factor, at least for me it is.

 

[sweetlambofgod]

i think its ok on occasion and as long as you don't over due it

 

[plum]

i drink every so often (it ends up being once a month or so, but once a week would be fine too) and I do not get drunk or enjoy being around drunk people or glorifying the experience of being drunk. my father was an alcoholic so i stay very aware of how much I'm ingesting. I'm a wuss drinker too. I like Manischewitz wines because they're basically sweet juice with a kick. I don't like normal wines, beer (the smell is associated with bad feelings and memories and, well, it tastes like junk ), or hard liquors straight up. I'm a fruity chick all the way. Give me Sex on the Beach or a Hairy Navel any day.

 

[sweetlambofgod]

i drink every so often (it ends up being once a month or so, but once a week would be fine too) and I do not get drunk or enjoy being around drunk people or glorifying the experience of being drunk. my father was an alcoholic so i stay very aware of how much I'm ingesting. I'm a wuss drinker too. I like Manischewitz wines because they're basically sweet juice with a kick. I don't like normal wines, beer (the smell is associated with bad feelings and memories and, well, it tastes like junk ), or hard liquors straight up. I'm a fruity chick all the way. Give me Sex on the Beach or a Hairy Navel any day.

I like fruity drinks too

 

[Sketcher]

I'm not big into drinking. I'll have A drink once in a blue moon, but never if I'm driving. And I don't like drunk people.

 

[sweetlambofgod]

I dislike drunks as well

 

[Everlasting33]

I voted: I do not drink and I frown upon such activities

I do not believe drinking is sinful, I just believe it is more safe and wise to be absent from all drinking. Although some individuals can drink and never become alcoholics, I believe it is better to be safe than sorry.

 

[BoarderDave]

Cool everyone, thanks for the replies so far. Keep em coming.

I used to be a fruit drink guy.. I didnt like the taste of beer . IDK what happened, but I tried it again back in November and it wasn't as bad, and then after a couple weekends, I really liked the taste. I actually look around for new beer to try and taste. Its cool.

Anyway, I only drink usually on weekends.. sometimes not even every weekend. I dont do it to get drunk.. I do it for a buzz and because I enjoy the tastes..

 

[BoarderDave]

I voted: I do not drink and I frown upon such activities

I do not believe drinking is sinful, I just believe it is more safe and wise to be absent from all drinking. Although some individuals can drink and never become alcoholics, I believe it is better to be safe than sorry.

Thanks for posting. I noticed a few people voted that answer and didn't say anything. I hear ya on the rather be safe than sorry. I take that approach to many things in life. As for drinking.. I stayed away from it all through high school and stuff, but oh well. It's not as bad as I thought it was..

 

[Everlasting33]

Thanks for posting. I noticed a few people voted that answer and didn't say anything. I hear ya on the rather be safe than sorry. I take that approach to many things in life. As for drinking.. I stayed away from it all through high school and stuff, but oh well. It's not as bad as I thought it was..

Whenever I see a drinking thread, I will almost always post! I am very outspoken and adament on the topic, mainly because my father is an alcoholic and I have seen the many negative effects of alcohol. I am truly grateful that I have never gone down that path, because many children of alcoholics do. I understand most people (even my sisters) are not as adament about alcohol as I am.

 

[Zoomer]

I think alcohol is fine in moderation. I look at it like I do sweets....a little isn't going to hurt you, but overdoing can become a bad thing. I enjoy a glass of wine on the holidays, and a few times a month with dinner. I also enjoy getting a mixed drink when I go out to eat, which is maybe once every few months. We do keep some alcohol in our home but a bottle of vodka and kahlua (for white russians) lasts us the entire year.

 

[Cordy]

I thinking drinking is fine. I drink moderately. My husband I enjoy trying new wines, beers, and liqueurs. Neither of us has ever been drunk.

 

[pepperfish]

I voted "other".

I don't drink...but I don't necessarily frown upon ALL drinking. I personally don't see any point in it, and will most likely continue to not drink even when I'm legally allowed to (as if the law stops the majority of underage kids from drinking...). But I don't really care if others drink; that's their decision, and I really shouldn't be judging them...although I can't help disapproving strongly of those who do set out to get drunk. (I'm a big fan of being in control of my actions hehe).

 

[simmeringabsolute]

I voted: I do not drink and I frown upon such activities

I do not believe drinking is sinful, I just believe it is more safe and wise to be absent from all drinking. Although some individuals can drink and never become alcoholics, I believe it is better to be safe than sorry.

I voted the same and think sort of the same. Alcohol seems like a negative thing to me in principle. Even if someone would never become "drunk," people claim that even a single drink affects them (my former coworkers have used it as an excuse to avoid working late when something came up, and the excuse was readily accepted by supervisors). I just prefer to not have alcohol in my life, although I will toast at weddings. A girl drinking is a HUGE turn off to me.