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Lauren Windle2023-05-18T08:30:00
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The Bible has a lot to say about alcohol, but is it alright for Christians enjoy a drink or should they stay away?
Whether or not Christians can drink alcohol is a popular question – one that is Googled a lot. But I don’t come at this question as an impartial advisor, I’m a recovering alcoholic and addict. If I were to get my way, no one would drink alcohol and its sole use would be as a flavourful addition to a stew.
Alcohol comes with a lot of potential harms. It can contribute to high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, liver disease, and digestive problems. As well as cancer of the breast, mouth, throat, esophagus, voice box, liver, colon, and rectum. It can also weaken the immune system, increasing the chances of getting sick.
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