“Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.” – Ephesians 5:18
Bible Verses About Alcohol And Drugs
Proverbs 20:1
“Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.” – Proverbs 20:1
Isaiah 5:11
“Woe to those who rise early in the morning to chase after drinks, who stay up late at night until they are inflamed with wine.” – Isaiah 5:11
1 Corinthians 6:10
“Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners shall inherit the kingdom of God.” – 1 Corinthians 6:10
Galatians 5:19-21
“The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like.” – Galatians 5:19-21
Ephesians 5:18
“Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.” – Ephesians 5:18
1 Peter 5:8
“Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” – 1 Peter 5:8
Proverbs 23:29-35
“Who has woe? Who has sorrow? Who has strife? Who has complaining? Who has wounds without cause? Who has redness of eyes? Those who tarry long over wine; those who go to try mixed wine.” – Proverbs 23:29-35
Romans 14:21
“It is good not to eat meat or drink wine or do anything that causes your brother to stumble.” – Romans 14:21
1 Timothy 5:23
“No longer drink only water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments.” – 1 Timothy 5:23
Proverbs 31:4-5
“It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine, or for rulers to take strong drink, lest they drink and forget what has been decreed and pervert the rights of all the afflicted.” – Proverbs 31:4-5
Ecclesiastes 2:3
“I searched with my heart how to cheer my body with wine—my heart still guiding me with wisdom—and how to lay hold on folly, till I might see what was good for the children of man to do under heaven during the few days of their life.” – Ecclesiastes 2:3
1 Corinthians 10:13
“No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability.” – 1 Corinthians 10:13
Matthew 26:29
“I tell you I will not drink again of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.” – Matthew 26:29
Psalms 104:14-15
“You cause the grass to grow for the livestock and plants for man to cultivate, that he may bring forth food from the earth and wine to gladden the heart of man, oil to make his face shine and bread to strengthen man’s heart.” – Psalms 104:14-15
Titus 2:3
“Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is good.” – Titus 2:3
Matthew 5:29
“If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one of your members than that your whole body be thrown into hell.” – Matthew 5:29
Philippians 4:5
“Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand.” – Philippians 4:5
1 Corinthians 3:16-17
“Do you not know that you are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in you? If anyone destroys God’s temple, God will destroy him. For God’s temple is holy, and you are that temple.” – 1 Corinthians 3:16-17
Hebrews 12:1
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.” – Hebrews 12:1
Philippians 1:6
“And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” – Philippians 1:6
James 4:7
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” – James 4:7
1 Thessalonians 5:6-8
“So then let us not sleep, as others do, but let us keep awake and be sober. For those who sleep, sleep at night, and those who get drunk, are drunk at night.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8
John 10:10
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” – John 10:10
Luke 21:34
“But watch yourselves lest your hearts be weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and cares of this life, and that day come upon you suddenly like a trap.” – Luke 21:34
Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Final Thoughts
It’s clear from these verses that the Bible has much to say about alcohol and drugs. These substances can lead us away from living a life that aligns with God’s will and purpose for us. Just as Ephesians tells us to avoid drunkenness, we should strive to be filled with the Spirit instead. It’s important to recognize the dangers and to support each other in making choices that promote health and wholeness.
Ultimately, we are called to be mindful of how our actions affect not only ourselves but those around us. Our choices should reflect our commitment to living a life of honor and integrity in Christ.
For more insight on various topics, check out these articles: Jesus’ Sacrifice, Verses About Temptation, or Verses About Gossip.