What's gained from a glass of wine?
A merry heart which brings about, (next)
Medicinal value, (then)
A deeper reflective state, (plus)
Much needed relaxation.
It's important enough, (in moderation), that Jesus wouldn't let it run out at a wedding, making it's replication His first miracle.
Scripture suggest that it's given to those who are,
Suffering,
Hurting,
Weary,
Sick with stomach problems,
To those who are perishing, and those with heavy hearts,
Used for feasting,
For giving of thanks,
For representing the Blood of Christ as a covenant.
Wine, in moderation bears no evil or sin within these guidelines. Yes there is much warning about it's overindulgence as with anything that is used with gluttonous proportions including food and hard drink. Of course there are other abused areas that can be mentioned here but we will stick with wine for now.
Many churches maintain that one cannot be Holy with the use of wine at any application. Of course this is a "doctrine of man" and not the Word of God. Lending it's viability for control and wresting the freedoms we have in Christ.
Anyone filled with the Holy Spirit will not be "drunk on wine" and will approach all uses of food and drink with the same piety. Moderation is key to all that we partake in here on earth. Whether food, drink, riches, or any other thing that is given us to subsist with.
"Let God be true and every man a liar."
May the Word of God rule over His people with Grace and Love.
Love
J&E in Tn
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