Live Free with Josh Howerton Should Christians Drink ALCOHOL? (What the Bible REALLY Says) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
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Apr 20, 2026 A candid conversation about hypocrisy, legalism, and how to tell biblical obedience from man-made rules. They wrestle with whether alcohol is a good gift or a danger, set clear boundaries around drunkenness, and offer practical rules for drinking. The hosts apply a simple decision flowchart to tattoos and weed, weighing conscience, influence, and wisdom in gray-area choices.
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Legalism Is Elevating Man Rules To God Rules
- Legalism is making human rules into divine commands or believing works secure salvation.
- Paul cites Matthew 23 and Colossians 2 showing Pharisees added man-made practices like straining gnats and treating them as holiness.
Three Rules For Christians And Alcohol
- Alcohol can be a God-given good but carry boundaries: obey law, avoid drunkenness, and beware dependency.
- Use Psalm 104 and Ephesians 5 to enjoy wine yet heed Proverbs and stories (Noah, Lot) showing alcohol's dangers.
Practical Guardrails For Drinking
- If you choose to drink, follow three practical guardrails: do it legally, do it responsibly, and do it respectfully.
- Example: follow legal age laws, avoid dependence, and avoid drinking where it causes others to stumble.