i'm not an alcoholic. usually i don't get drunk, but about two weeks ago, i got drunk and passed out. i didn't do anything wrong or cause anyone else to sin.
should i ask for forgiveness?
2006-07-28 01:02:57 · 29 answers · asked by lockandload008 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Drinking in and of itself is not a sin. It is mentioned in the Bible several times that people are drinking wine. In fact Jesus' first miracle was turning water into wine. The bible does say that we should not be drunk with wine but be filled with the Holy Spirit. See the only problem with being drunk is that we tend to let the alcohol do the thinking for us. If you say (and know for sure) that you didn't do anything but pass out, then you do not need forgiveness. I just make it a habit to not get drunk, but I do occasionally like to have a drink or two with friends. I hope this helps.
2006-07-28 01:10:07 · answer #1 · answered by bignellmedic 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes. Drunkeness is a sin. Of course almost everything we do falls short of Gods Glory and is a sin so don't beat yourself up about it just Come to God and Say you were wrong for your disobedience (once again) and ask for his strength to continue to do right.
You say you did not cause anyone else to sin? How do you KNOW? Someone who looked up to you might have seen you drunk and now feel that you are a hypocrit for claiming to be christian but getting drunk this person may sin because of that feeling of hurt or betrayal.
2006-07-28 08:08:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is nothing wrong with having a social drink or two, but drinking to excess is a form of self-medication. Ask yourself why you feel the need to overindulge. What are you trying to escape from? What does alcohol do for you that you can't do for yourself when you are sober?
Poisoning yourself with alcohol is a form of abuse. First, forgive yourself for abusing your body. Then, work on ways to enhance your self-respect so that you no longer need the help of alcohol to feel good about yourself.
Here's a suggestion: at the next party, stay sober and watch your friends getting drunk and making fools of themselves. That should be a real eye-opener!
2006-07-28 08:35:00 · answer #3 · answered by keepsondancing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a confirmed catholic. Personally, I think if you do not wrong another, there is no need to ask for forgivness. However, if you're feeling guilty, you should go to confession and ask a priest, he will give you a pennance.
And a good rule of thumb, if you cannot remember exactly how many drinks you've had and what they were, it's time to stop. (i.e. when 4 drinks becomes 4 or 5, time to stop) You'll avoid hangovers and date rape.
2006-07-28 08:10:14 · answer #4 · answered by 006 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As I suspect (from the wording of your question) that you already know, the sin lies not in drinking (heck, Jesus' first miracle was to turn water into not just wine but really great wine, at a wedding), but in overindulgence. Gluttony is one of the 7 deadly sins. If you regret not drinking in moderation, you will be forgiven that sin.
You might also consider praying for guidance in the future, for the strength to resist the temptation of gluttony. God is indeed good!
2006-07-28 08:14:26 · answer #5 · answered by theblondegenius 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Forgiveness for what? If you were out sexin it up with the football team then yeah, but not just for passing out. ALTHOUGH... if you are under the legal drinking age, I'd just stop doing that all together... here's why. Someday you will be in that position will you may get caught and you will most likely lie to get out of getting into trouble with the law, as most youngins do,... then you'll have to ask forgiveness for that one.
2006-07-28 08:08:23 · answer #6 · answered by MadMaxx 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if you think you were wrong in doing so. I think god wants us to have fun too so drinking once in a while should be OK. The only thing the bible says is not to be drunk all the time or you wont be able to recognize Jesus when he comes.
2006-07-28 08:06:47 · answer #7 · answered by bildymooner 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Drinking is a sin to the body. Not to the soul. Don't beat yourself over it. Just don't do it again. How can you serve God if your drunk?
Think about it.
2006-07-28 08:34:32 · answer #8 · answered by LP S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you feel the need for forgiveness? I was taught that if you need to ask forgiveness you will know. Your soul and the Holy Spirit will let you know of your need. I would say though if you are asking seriously then probably it wouldn't hurt.
Peace Be With You,
Debra
2006-07-28 08:05:38 · answer #9 · answered by Debra M. Wishing Peace To All 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Proverbs 20:1: Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging, and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.
The NT (Ephesians, I think) also says "Be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess, but be filled with the Spirit..."
Maybe you should reevaluate your stance on drinking?
2006-07-28 08:09:57 · answer #10 · answered by irishharpist 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋