10 Reasons.......

10 Reasons I Do Not Drink.
(Revised, from "50 Reasons I Don't Drink", written by a Christian & former drinker.)

1. The Bible tells Christians to avoid all appearances of evil – 1 Thess 5:22. (FYI - I have NEVER appeared righteous with an alcoholic beverage in hand.)

1. Who can seriously talk to others about Jesus while sipping an alcoholic drink?

1. The Bible states that drunkards will not inherit God's kingdom – 1 Cor. 6:10. (FYI - Drunkenness always begins with ONE drink.)

1. Purchasing alcoholic beverages does not demonstrate wise stewardship of my money.

1. It is virtually impossible for me to carefully study my Bible while drinking an alcoholic beverage.

1. It is unconscionable for me to attempt a fervent prayer while drinking an alcoholic beverage.

1. Alcohol has destroyed well over one million marriages and continues to destroy hundreds weekly. (Not to mention the loss of thousands of lives in alcohol related traffic accidents every year.)

1. My children will likely drink if I drink. Some of them may become alcoholics.

1. If I am shopping and have beer, wine or stronger drinks in my cart, I'd be genuinely embarrassed if another Christian should spot me and come over to chat.

1. Alcohol is more addictive than most drinkers care to admit.

(I will add an 11th reason - DRS)

1. I would feel extremely nervous if Jesus returned at the very moment that I was lifting an alcoholic drink to my lips. (See Lk 12:40)

A Recommitted Me in 2023!

Dennis