Thematic Bible: In excess


Thematic Bible



"Sexual immorality, wine, and fresh wine seduce the heart of my people.

After Nabal became sober the next morning, his wife told him all that had happened. Nabal's heart failed and he became paralyzed.


Who has woe? Who has grief? Who has contention? Who has complaints? Who has wounds without cause? Who has bloodshot eyes? Those who linger over their wine, who consume mixed drinks.


Don't stare into red wine, when it sparkles in the cup and goes down smoothly. Eventually it will bite like a snake and sting like a serpent.


It is not for kings, Lemuel Not for kings to drink wine or for rulers to desire liquor. Otherwise, they may drink and forget what has been ordained, perverting justice for all the oppressed.








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