Christian attitudes to drugs and alcohol

Question 1

All against illegal drugs because…

Answer 1

• St Paul taught a Christian’s body is a temple and should not be abused
• Drugs have mental effects which make it hard to worship God correctly

Question 2

Attitudes to legal drugs:OK if used in moderation because…

Answer 2

• Jesus’ first miracle was turning water into wine
• St Paul said Christians could drink in moderation
• Jesus drank wine at the Last Supper

Question 3

Attitudes to legal drugs:Some practise abstinence because…

Answer 3

• Bible warns against drunkenness e.g. Noah’s drunkenness brought shame on the family
• Bible notes alcohol ‘impairs judgement, inflames passions and invites violence.’