Gallup: Alcohol Consumption Increasingly Viewed as Unhealthy in U.S.
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“Young adults aged 18 to 34 are leading the charge to drink less for better health.” - Gallup
As iron sharpens iron,
one person sharpens another. (Proverbs 27:17)
“Young adults aged 18 to 34 are leading the charge to drink less for better health.” - Gallup
“From zero-alcohol beer to ‘potions,’ Colorado businesses are catering to those who want the taste and fun, without the alcohol” - ABC Denver
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This article represents the arguments of those that urge abstinence from potentially intoxicating beverages. What is the case for refraining from alcohol?
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Christians need to understand the differences in the production and consumption of intoxicating beverages in Bible times compared to modern times. This difference is a significant concern that needs to be addressed as we ponder Christians and social drinking.
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Many people believe that it is okay for Christians to drink intoxicating beverages if they are careful to keep sober. What are their arguments?
The subject of drinking intoxicating beverages is often discussed among Christians, even leading to strong disagreements. Whether or not believers in Jesus should consume intoxicating beverages is a very important issue since drinking and drunkenness are social norms in most of the world. All Christians should know what God’s Word has to say about the matter, as well as how to apply it to their lives.
“39% say drinking in moderation is bad for one’s health, up 11 points since 2018” - Gallup
“ ‘Alcohol drinking adversely affects a wide range of diseases, more than what we previously knew,’ said lead author Dr. Pek Kei Im, an intermediate research fellow at Oxford Population Health” - Fox
“The average American drinks 60 percent more hard liquor now than in the mid-1990s…. more wine, too: 50 percent more per person since 1995.” - The Hill
“Even a moderate level of intoxication impairs the ability to use episodic foresight in a functionally adaptive way.” - Journal of Psychopharmacology
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