The Road to a Serpent’s Bite

[397 words] The wise man Solomon gave specific warnings that most people ignore. He said that a loose tongue will get you into trouble (Prov. 18:7). He warned that pride will bring a man low (Prov. 16:18). He said that toying with lust is like playing with fire (Prov. 6:25-29). Millions pay a heavy price every day because they refuse to listen to these sound words of inspired counsel. Solomon gave similar warnings about drinking alcohol.“Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise” (Prov. 20:1). A man is foolish if he thinks he can control it. The very nature of alcohol is that it lowers restraint. It removes inhibitions. The first drink makes it easier to have the second and the second the third. A man who is under its influence will not be concerned about drinking in “moderation”…