The Danger of Drink

intro
-Drink and drunkenness
-What does the Bible say?

-Some people in Northern Ireland think that it is fun to get drunk

-Such blatant hypocrisy puts people off Christianity

introductory points

1 The Bible is Not Tee Total
-There are symbolic and practical reasons

2 What About The Grape Juice Argument
-The Bible warns about drunkenness
-you don't get drunk on grape juice

3 The Bible Teaches Self Control
-Anything weakening self control should be viewed with caution

Main point

1 The Bible Gives A Warning That GOD's People Can Fall Thorough Drink
-Noah
-Lot

-Even GOD's great men and women of faith can fall into immodesty and immorality through drink

-Drink is subtle and deceptive