Ep. 125 Pastor David Walters | Is Drinking Alcohol A Sin?
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In this episode, Christy and Meade welcome back Pastor David Walters for an honest and theologically rich conversation on one of the most frequently asked questions among believers: Is drinking alcohol a sin?
Together, they explore what the Bible actually says about alcohol—and just as importantly, why we ask the question in the first place.
Is it about seeking permission? Wanting to avoid conviction? Or genuinely desiring to obey God? Pastor David helps unpack the heart behind the question, reminding us that walking with Jesus is less about rule-following and more about relationship, wisdom, and surrender.
Drawing from key scriptures—including Genesis, Psalms, Ephesians, Proverbs, Romans, and 1 Corinthians—this conversation touches on themes like purity, self-control, freedom, and the impact of our choices on others. Pastor David also addresses the difference between God’s recorded voice (through Scripture) and His revelatory voice, and how we can tune our ears to both.
This episode offers not just biblical insight, but also practical guidance for anyone who’s evaluating their relationship with alcohol, wrestling with cultural messages, or simply wanting to hear God’s voice more clearly in their everyday decisions.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:-
What Scripture says—and doesn’t say—about drinking alcohol
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The deeper motivations behind asking if something is a sin
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Why spiritual maturity requires discernment, not just rules
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How to tune into God's voice through Scripture and prayer
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The role of personal conviction, wisdom, and love for others in decision-making
Other Pastor David Episodes:
Episode 13: Did Jesus Drink Wine Or Not?
Episode 51: Realigning with Core Values
Episode 96: What does the Bible say about Moderation?
Episode 104: Conquering Life’s Temptations
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Christy, a former lawyer with a background in law, business, and politics, experienced radical renewal after choosing sobriety. Now a senior sobriety coach and author of Love Life Sober (Penguin Random House), she helps women renew their minds and rediscover joy through a powerful blend of faith, neuroscience, and practical tools.
Meade, a former pharmaceutical rep and stay-at-home mom, looked like she had it all together—but felt stuck in a nightly-ish wine habit. Once she realized the issue was less about drinking and more about thinking, everything changed. Now a senior certified coach and creator of the Change-Your-Thinking-to-Change-Your-Drinking method and The Missing P.E.A.C.E. framework, Meade helps women ditch shame, reclaim purpose, and live with peace and joy.
Together, we create loving, Spirit-led spaces where women can explore their relationship with alcohol, renew their minds, and pursue the freedom they were made for.
Christy lives in Surrey, England; Meade outside Atlanta. We're just two women who surrendered our wine glasses, found something far better in Jesus, and now have the joy of helping others do the same.
