Jesus said to them,“ Fill the water pots with water.”
because we can raise awareness about the use of alcohol and how it may be affecting families, individuals, schools, youth, teens, churches, and the communities where we live, play, and work. During this incredible weekend( three alcohol-free days) when many college students and families are celebrating the beginning of spring 2018, overconsumption of alcohol is often noticeable. This special weekend is an excellent time to talk about alcohol consumption and its influence on our young people, family life, and society. More important, if you notice family or friends experiencing difficulty with the three alcohol-free days challenge, encourage them to get help and provide them with a local resource.
Jesus said to them,“ Fill the water pots with water.”
John 2:7( NKJV)
Christians and individuals of other faith communities participate in the April / May celebration season that is filled with weddings, high school proms, graduations and other family gatherings. Whether you consume alcohol or not, you probably cannot ignore its impact on the lives of friends, family members, employees, adolescents, and young adults. So, is the real question to drink or not to drink? Let’ s examine the alcohol facts and put everything into a Christian perspective so that we can encourage one another as we trust God with every aspect of our lives.
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks around like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour. – 1 Peter 5:8( NKJV)
WHAT WE KNOW
• Drinking too much alcohol increases the chances for injuries, violence, drowning, liver disease, and some types of cancer.
• Alcohol is the most commonly used addictive substance in the United States.
• The typical American will see 100,000 beer commercials before he or she turns 18
• According to a 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health( NSDUH), 86.4 % of people ages 18 or older reported that they drank alcohol at some point in their lifetime.
• Alcohol misuse cost the United States billions of dollars each year.
• Alcohol use is common among college students and has been linked with sexual risk-taking behaviors.
• Children, youth, and teens living in homes with parents that have alcohol problems are severely impacted emotionally and socially.
• Underage drinking is a serious public health problem and poses enormous health and safety threats to young people.
12 HimPower April 2018