The Christian, Alcohol and Obesity

Is drinking a sin for the Christian? What about obesity?

These are questions many believers wrestle with, and the answer isn’t always as simple as “yes” or “no.” That’s why it’s so important to interpret the Word through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, not just our personal opinions.

In this video, I’ll walk through what the Bible says about Christians and drinking, and I’ll also touch on the issue of obesity. At the heart of both of these topics is the question of self-control.

The Bible teaches that gluttony is a sin—it’s an unhealthy craving that never finds satisfaction, a desire that places food above God. Obesity is the outward evidence of that inward struggle with gluttony.

On the other hand, Scripture never says that drinking wine itself is a sin. What the Bible does warn against is drunkenness, lack of self-control, and using our freedom in a way that causes harm to ourselves or others.

As followers of Christ, we’ve been called to live under the law of love and freedom. That means our choices should flow from love—for God, for our brothers and sisters in Christ, and for the world that’s watching us. Yes, we are free, but we are also warned: “Do not use your freedom to cause another to stumble.” (Galatians 5:13, Romans 14:21).

So the question isn’t only “Can I do this?” but also “Does this honor God, and does it help others see Christ more clearly in me?”