100+ Bible Quotes About Drinking: Powerful Verses & Inspirational Sayings

Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise. — Proverbs 20:1

Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat. — Proverbs 23:20

Who has woe? Who has sorrow? Who has strife? Who has complaints? Who has needless bruises? Who has bloodshot eyes? Those who linger over wine. — Proverbs 23:29-30

It is better not to eat meat or drink wine or to do anything that will cause your brother to fall. — Romans 14:21

Be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit. — Ephesians 5:18

Like a madman shooting firebrands and deadly arrows is one who deceives their neighbor and says, “I was only joking!” — Proverbs 26:18-19

The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty. — Proverbs 22:3

An overseer must be above reproach, not given to drunkenness, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. — 1 Timothy 3:3

Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain. — 1 Timothy 3:8

For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. — Romans 14:17

Stay awake and keep your senses. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. — 1 Peter 5:8

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. — Galatians 5:22-23

And do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit. — Ephesians 5:18

No drunkard will inherit the kingdom of God. — 1 Corinthians 6:10

Woe to those who rise early in the morning to run after their drinks. — Isaiah 5:11

They stagger from wine; they stumble because of strong drink. — Isaiah 28:7

For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good... and drunkards. — 2 Timothy 3:2-4

Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness. — Romans 13:13

Nebuchadnezzar drank wine and became intoxicated. — Daniel 5:4

When wine glows in the cup and sparkles with delight, it goes down smoothly! But in the end, it bites like a snake and poisons like a viper. — Proverbs 23:31-32

Do not gaze at wine when it is red, when it sparkles in the cup, when it goes down smoothly! — Proverbs 23:31

They are all stubborn rebels, going about to slander: they are bronze and iron; they are all corrupters. — Jeremiah 6:28-29

Drunkards and gluttons will become poor, and drowsiness will clothe them in rags. — Proverbs 23:21

Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life. — Proverbs 4:23

He makes grass grow for the cattle, and plants for people to cultivate—bringing forth food from the earth: wine that gladdens human hearts. — Psalm 104:14-15

Then he said to them, “Go your way. Eat the fat and drink sweet wine and send portions to anyone who has nothing ready, for this day is holy to our Lord.” — Nehemiah 8:10

Jesus performed this first sign in Cana of Galilee, turning water into wine. — John 2:11

On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited. — John 2:1-2

Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in his ways. You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands; you shall be blessed, and it shall be well with you. — Psalm 128:1-2

Give strong drink to the one who is perishing, and wine to those in bitter distress. — Proverbs 31:6

A feast is made for laughter, and wine makes life merry. — Ecclesiastes 10:19

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. — Psalm 23:5

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. — Philippians 4:4

Sing to the Lord with grateful praise; make music to our God on the harp. — Psalm 147:7

May the glory of the Lord endure forever; may the Lord rejoice in his works. — Psalm 104:31

Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. — Psalm 37:4

I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified. — 1 Corinthians 9:27

For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives. — Titus 2:11-12

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. — Galatians 5:22-23

Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control. — Proverbs 25:28

Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be sober-minded; set your hope fully on the grace to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. — 1 Peter 1:13

Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. — 1 Peter 5:8

But test everything; hold fast what is good. Abstain from every form of evil. — 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22

For bodily training is of some value, but godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. — 1 Timothy 4:8

So I do not run aimlessly; I do not box as one beating the air. — 1 Corinthians 9:26

Watch yourselves, so that you may not lose what we have worked for, but may win a full reward. — 2 John 1:8

Whoever controls his spirit is better than one who captures a city. — Proverbs 16:32

Therefore, since Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mindset, because whoever suffers in the flesh has finished with sin. — 1 Peter 4:1

An overseer must be above reproach, not given to drunkenness, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. — 1 Timothy 3:3

Likewise deacons must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain. — 1 Timothy 3:8

Elders must be blameless, as stewards of God, not self-willed, not quick-tempered, not given to wine, not violent, not greedy for money. — Titus 1:7

Moreover, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap. — 1 Timothy 3:7

No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer. — 2 Timothy 2:4

She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. — Proverbs 31:26

Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. — 1 Peter 2:1

Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits. — 1 Peter 2:12

Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority: whether to the emperor, as the supreme authority. — 1 Peter 2:13

Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God. — 1 Peter 2:12

Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. — 1 Peter 3:10

Have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. — 1 Peter 3:8

My son, if sinful men entice you, do not go with them. — Proverbs 1:10

Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord. — Proverbs 23:17

There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. — Proverbs 14:12

The path of the righteous is like the morning light, shining ever brighter till the full light of day. — Proverbs 4:18

For the lips of the adulterous woman drip honey, and her speech is smoother than oil. — Proverbs 5:3

But in the end she is bitter as gall, sharp as a double-edged sword. — Proverbs 5:4

Her feet go down to death; her steps lead straight to the grave. — Proverbs 5:5

Do not join them, do not walk in their way; keep far from their paths. — Proverbs 1:15

For they lie in wait for their own blood; they ambush only themselves. — Proverbs 1:18

Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise. — Proverbs 20:1

Whoever loves pleasure will become poor; whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich. — Proverbs 21:17

The prospect of the righteous is joy, but the hopes of the wicked come to nothing. — Proverbs 10:28

Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. — Romans 12:13

Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. — 1 Peter 4:8

Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. — 1 Peter 4:9

Jesus sat at the table with tax collectors and sinners. — Mark 2:15

While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples. — Matthew 26:26

Drink from it, all of you. This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. — Matthew 26:27-28

Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights. — James 1:17

Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering. — Hebrews 13:3

Let brotherly love continue. Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. — Hebrews 13:1-2

A man who isolates himself seeks his own desire; he rages against all wise judgment. — Proverbs 18:1

As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. — Proverbs 27:17

Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. — Galatians 6:2

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. — 1 John 1:9

Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow. — Isaiah 1:18

Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. — Psalm 51:10

Cast me not away from your presence, and take not your Holy Spirit from me. — Psalm 51:11

Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me. — Psalm 51:12

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. — Jeremiah 29:11

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! — 2 Corinthians 5:17

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. — Romans 5:8

Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. — Lamentations 3:22

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. — Psalm 34:18

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. — Psalm 147:3

Return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning. — Joel 2:12

Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? — 1 Corinthians 6:19

Therefore honor God with your bodies. — 1 Corinthians 6:20

Whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. — 1 Corinthians 10:31

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. — Psalm 139:14

The body is not meant for sexual immorality, but for the Lord, and the Lord for the body. — 1 Corinthians 6:13

For the life of a creature is in the blood, and I have given it to you to make atonement for yourselves on the altar. — Leviticus 17:11

Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. — 3 John 1:2

Every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. — Matthew 7:17

Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? — 1 Corinthians 6:19

So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. — 1 Corinthians 10:31

I can do all this through him who gives me strength. — Philippians 4:13

Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. — Romans 12:1

For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. — John 1:17

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. — John 3:16

But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God. — John 1:12

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. — Ephesians 2:8

He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness. — 1 Peter 2:24

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace. — Ephesians 1:7

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. — Matthew 11:28

This is the true God and eternal life. — 1 John 5:20

I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. — John 10:10

If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. — John 7:37

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” — John 14:6

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. — Romans 6:23