"Walking in the Wisdom of God" Part 4

Is it sin to drink alcoholic beverages? The Bible does not condemn drinking alcohol, but it does condemn drunkenness. So how can Christians navigate this issue with wisdom? First, remember that drinking is a social activity, and that we have a corporate responsibility that should influence the exercise of our liberties. Our desire to love others first seeks to do them no harm and to guard them from ruin. Second, we are responsible to walk wisely in this world. Alcohol has been the source of great heartache, violence, and loss, and there is no good and godly desire that can be better accomplished through its use. Third, drunkenness is sin that must be avoided, and you are legally and physiologically drunk long before stupor sets in. Finally, you should seek to be filled with the Spirit instead of the effects of alcohol. When alcohol influences the mind, the flesh begins to exert control over the behavior, and your Christian testimony is at risk. So, is it a sin to have a drink? Not necessarily, but here's a better question: is it wise?