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Politics / Re: Abba Kyari Is Dead! by midastouch: 1:04am On Apr 18, 2020 |
May his soul rest in peace. 1 Like |
Sports / Re: Liverpool Players, Coach Celebrate After Winning 2019 UEFA Super Cup (Photos) by midastouch: 10:33am On Aug 15, 2019 |
oloriooko: And the dive that had a penalty awarded was also conveniently ignored by VAR 8 Likes |
Music/Radio / Re: Dj Spinall Releases "Dis Love" Features Wizkid And Tiwa Savage (Video) by midastouch: 2:58pm On Jul 25, 2019 |
Abuhafs01: In so many ways than 1. Show business is Nigeria's biggest export potential. If tapped well, we can earn over 4 times the pittance we get from Oil. |
Crime / Re: Twitter User Raises Alarm After N810,000 Is Stolen From Zenith Bank Account[pic] by midastouch: 12:25pm On Jun 07, 2019 |
The best hack to protect yourself from these vultures still remains having multiple accounts (savings/savings or savings/current). Make sure there is never any material amount of money in the account tied to your ATM/MasterCard/VisaCard/VerveCard. Only move money from the other account when you want to do any transaction with the Card. Never link your main account with the card under any circumstance. |
Crime / Re: How I Was Kidnapped On The Kaduna Expressway by midastouch: 9:48am On Apr 24, 2019 |
IT IS FINISHED! 1 Like |
Religion / Re: Oblate Eusebius Oguizu Is Dead: Founder Of Block Rosary Crusade In Nigeria Dies by midastouch: 5:27pm On Apr 11, 2019 |
Please urgently remove the picture of his body! It is better to remember him as he was alive. Please use discretion in such matters. 1 Like |
Crime / Re: 2 Sisters Explain To Court How Their Father Raped Them Serially For Years by midastouch: 11:22am On Mar 26, 2019 |
NaMeAboki: #ArewaMeToo |
Crime / Re: 2 Sisters Explain To Court How Their Father Raped Them Serially For Years by midastouch: 11:20am On Mar 26, 2019 |
domino4211: In your mind, you believe that you are untraceable and unknown...... |
Religion / Re: Pastor Refused To Dedicate Man's Restaurant For Selling Alcohol by midastouch: 12:39pm On Jan 25, 2019 |
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT ALCOHOLIC CONSUMPTION? Rev Fr Justin Chinaka Mbaeri Many religious people believe that God has forbidden any use of alcoholic beverages — that any use of alcohol is wrong and sinful. They claim that the Bible supports this prohibition, just like you claim too. Wine/alcoholic drinks are frequently mentioned in the Bible. If something sinful or beneficial exists about these beverages, then the Bible will show it. What does the Bible really say about wine and alcohol? WINE IN THE OLD TESTAMENT One of the first mentions of wine in Scripture is by Melchizedek, priest of the Most High God at Salem (Jerusalem) during the time of Abram, whose name was later changed to Abraham. Melchizedek “brought forth bread and wine” for Abram and his companions (Genesis 14:18). Since the scriptures was born out of the Jewish context, it is better we consider the “sitz im leben” (life setting or cultural context) of the words of the scriptures in relation to the Jewish culture in order to aid better understanding. In this vein, language comes into play. From the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), the Hebrew word for wine in Genesis 14:18 is “yayin”. This word is used over 130 times in the Hebrew Bible to mean “FERMENTED WINE”, not grape juice as you may think. This same beverage (yayin or alcoholic wine), when used excessively, causes drunkenness. Genesis 9:21 says that Noah drank too much yayin and became drunk. Lot also became drunk on this beverage (Genesis 19:30-36), and so did Nabal (1 Samuel 25:36). Nevertheless, God told his people to enjoy yayin at the yearly festivals (Deuteronomy 14:26). In addition to using wine as a beverage, God also commanded the Levitical priests to include in the sacrifices a portion of wine (yayin) as a drink offering (Exodus 29:40). These scriptural passages make it clear that there can be a right and a wrong use of wine. Naturally fermented wine is between 10 percent and 14 percent alcohol. Higher alcoholic wines are fortified wines. On special occasions, God even allowed use of what is translated as “strong drink.” This term comes from a different Hebrew word — “shekar” — which is used 22 times in the Old Testament, and refers to alcoholic drinks made from dates and other fruit. The Bible says that God gave wine to make men glad (Psalm 104:15). Why have some people turned this blessing of God into a curse? The answer is that many people do not follow God’s instructions. A blessing of wine was prophesied as a heritage to the chosen people in Genesis 27:28: “May God give you heaven’s dew and earth’s richness — an abundance of grain and new wine (tirosh).” The Hebrew word tirosh, meaning “new wine”. People sometimes conclude that this word means grape juice, or fresh-pressed juice of the vine. However, Hosea 4:11 states: “Old wine (yayin) and new wine (tirosh) take away their understanding.” Grape-juice do not possess this effect. Put differently, Tirosh is an intoxicating wine if used in excess. Having journeyed through the Old Testament, let us take a look at the new Testament. WINE IN THE NEW TESTAMENT While the Old Testament was written in Hebrew, the New Testament on the other hand was entirely written in Greek. Hence, we shall focus our mind on the Greek language in which the New testament was written. John the Baptist did not drink wine (oinos in the Greek) or any other form of alcohol because it was prophesied that he wouldn’t (Luke 1:15). However, Jesus Christ drank oinos (wine) (cf. Matthew 11:19; Luke 7:34). Jesus did not preach against the use of wine; instead he drank like most other Jews of his day. He drank wine in moderation. In ancient times it was normally diluted with water for drinking, and was one of the principal beverages at that time — as it is today. According to the Greek Bible, Jesus’ first miracle was to change water into wine (oinos) NOT grape juice. Some people who preach total abstinence claim that this miracle was to turn water into grape juice. LOL… This is because, they tend to interpret the Scriptures based on their “myopic understanding”. Can you imagine a Jewish wedding banquet where everyone drank only grape juice?! (which is very difficult to imagine). The ancients did not have refrigeration or any other method of preventing grape juice from fermenting. On this occasion, Christ turned six jars of 20 or 30 gallons each into wine (oinos). This was no small miracle. This wine was of the finest quality — “You have saved the best wine till now” (John 2:10). At wedding feasts, the hosts normally started with the best wine, and they would bring out lesser-quality wines later. Jesus gave a parable involving the fermenting process of oinos (alcoholic wine) in Matthew 9:17. At that time, instead of having metal or glass bottles to enclose wine, the skins of animals were used. The fermentation of the wine could burst an old skin, but it would not break a new stretchable skin. Another proof that oinos is fermented wine is the fact that the apostle Paul said, “Do not get drunk on wine (oinos)” (Ephesians 5:18). Paul did not mean to avoid getting drunk on grape juice! Paul instructed Timothy, “Stop drinking only water, and use a little wine (oinos) because of your stomach and your frequent illnesses” (1 Timothy 5:23). He said to use only a little wine, not a whole lot. The purpose of this wine was Timothy’s frequent stomach ailments; small amounts of wine can help some stomach problems. Some of the Corinthian Christians were getting drunk at the Lord’s Supper (1 Corinthians 11:21). They were using fermented wine, following the example that Christ had set for them. Paul did not tell them that they were using the wrong kind of wine. He simply told them to eat and drink at home, and to participate in the Lord’s Supper in a respectful way. In Romans 14:21, Paul says that it is good not to drink wine or eat meat if it offends a weak brother. He is referring to fermented wine; grape juice wouldn’t offend anyone. The implication is that there’s nothing wrong with the wine in itself, except when it is abused. Therefore, Scripture does not necessarily forbid a Christian from drinking beer, wine, or any other drink containing alcohol. Alcohol, consumed in moderation, is neither harmful nor addictive. In fact, some doctors advocate drinking small amounts of red wine for its health benefits, especially for the heart. Consumption of alcohol in moderation is a matter of CHRISTIAN FREEDOM. If you’re weak, then do not consider drinking it. Drunkenness and addiction are sinful; and this is exactly what the Bible condemns. Above all, I am not proposing that alcohol must be consumed by all; if you maintain that intake of alcohol is bad for you, ok! That is simply your opinion; as pointed out, It is a matter of “Christian Freedom”, hence, do not look with disdain on someone who consumes alcohol in moderation or consider him/her a sinner. Besides, not only excessive intake of alcohol is a sin, the bible also condemns gluttony (such as excessive intake of food etc.) Hence, if you consume an excessive amount of soft drinks or other foods, it is also a sin! So, my dear friends in Christ, do not be scandalized when a fellow Christian, consumes alcoholic drinks. Shalom! 1 Like |
Religion / Re: Catholic Church Reacts To Father Mbaka's Controversial Political Statement by midastouch: 11:16am On Dec 05, 2018 |
Josh2x: NOT TRUE. He was transferred by his Bishop following the 2015 election meddling controversy. 4 Likes |
Agriculture / Re: See The Agricultural Products China Leads The World In Producing by midastouch: 5:46pm On Dec 03, 2018 |
Russia is the current top producer of wheat in the world, NOT China. 2 Likes |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Tiffany Trump Dating Michael Boulos (Photos) by midastouch: 12:40pm On Dec 03, 2018 |
jamaicabakare: That's how they got rich in the first instance. Poor people struggle so hard to impress the Jonses! Wealthy people do not swallow their profits, but reinvest it all. |
Phones / Re: Qualcomm Drags Apple To Court, Accuses Apple Of Stealing. by midastouch: 8:30am On Sep 26, 2018 |
Your sensational topic is misleading. Apple cannot be accused of stealing what was readily shared with them by Qualcomm. The law suit is on the premise that Apple shared Qualcomm's intellectual property with Intel, NOT that they stole. Please conduct more research before you rush in looking for likes and clicks. 12 Likes 1 Share |
Investment / Re: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by midastouch: 12:23pm On Sep 24, 2018 |
This advice here is worth way more than its weight in Gold. Godlylifeoneart: 1 Like |
Health / Re: How Imported Milk Is Killing Nigerians, Africans - Aroms Aigbehi by midastouch: 9:40am On Sep 24, 2018 |
Most milk brands in the market now spend so much money advertising "Filled Milk". There is no mention on the packaging that it contains ONLY vegetable fat; and NO DAIRY FAT. Deception at best. Please continue to buy only "FULL CREAM MILK". By the time nobody buys "Filled Milk", they will flush them all down the toilet. 5 Likes |
Sports / Re: DSTV Is Crazy! by midastouch: 5:06pm On Sep 19, 2018 |
babakb: Please share. |
Phones / Re: Xiaomi Mocks Apple By Unveiling The Xr Suit, Xs Suit And Xs Max Suit. (photos) by midastouch: 8:54am On Sep 18, 2018 |
Since Steve Jobs died, Apple has unveiled the following new product categories: Apple Watch (Best selling Watch in the world - not just for smartphones categories, and highest grossing too) Airpods HomePod Add those to new silicon (A5x - A12 Bionic), Neural Engine and Watch SOC (S1-s4); Apple is the new Intel(R) of Smartphones. Their lead is unassailable. Steve sure is not replaceable, but please state facts only please. adecz: 1 Like |
Phones / Re: Xiaomi Mocks Apple By Unveiling The Xr Suit, Xs Suit And Xs Max Suit. (photos) by midastouch: 8:19am On Sep 18, 2018 |
Jacobsontwelve: Fake news spotted. It is a well known technical fact that iphoneX is IP67 Water-Resistant . 1 Like 1 Share |
Romance / Re: How Nigerian Men Were Sexually Abused By Their Mothers, Sisters & 'Aunties' by midastouch: 10:08am On Sep 07, 2018 |
Thank you for sharing. I have always believed that to understand the character/behaviour of people, it is best If you know their story. A lot of the scars of abuse manifest in the behaviour of the victims. A Lot of men/boys who are gay today are like that because they were molested when young by evil people. daveP: |
Crime / Re: Man Uses Lover As Collateral To Borrow Money by midastouch: 10:59am On Sep 05, 2018 |
Finance 101 - NEVER co-sign a loan for ANYBODY. Even the scriptures say as much: Proverbs 6:1-5 My son, if you have become surety for your neighbor, have given a pledge for a stranger If you have been snared with the words of your mouth, have been caught with the words of your mouth Do this then, my son, and deliver yourself; Since you have come into the hand of your neighbor; go, humble yourself, and importune your neighbor. Give no sleep to your eyes, nor slumber to your eyelids; Deliver yourself like a gazelle from the hunter’s hand and like a bird from the hand of the fowler. |
Health / Re: No Amount Of Alcohol Use Is Safe, New Studies Finds - Bloomberg by midastouch: 12:33pm On Aug 26, 2018 |
Alcohol is a NATURAL derivative of fermented carbohydrate, just like yogurt from fermented milk. There is NOTHING WRONG with alcohol consumption for humans. Moderation is the watch word. That is why words like "gluttony" exist. In some people, "Auto-brewery syndrome", also known as "gut fermentation syndrome", occurs where their stomach produces alcohol naturally from the food that they have ingested. 2 Likes |
Family / Re: My Wife Lied About Her Genotype by midastouch: 10:47pm On Aug 11, 2018 |
You should not be under any illusion that there was a marriage. THERE WAS NO MARRIAGE. Of all the sacraments of the church, its only the sacrament of marriage that is not conferred by a priest, but it is conferred on each other by the couple. If there is any form of deception that is material before a marriage AND this is hidden from a party of the marriage, that in itself renders the marriage NULL AND VOID. If any of the parties is forced into the Union (absence of free will); this also renders the marriage NULL AND VOID. My friend, walk away, nothing is tying you to the marriage, NOT IN HEAVEN, NOT ON EARTH. They are destiny killers. 5 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: The New 2019 Mercedes Benz Cls-class Is Very Impressive And Classy. (photos) by midastouch: 8:12am On Jul 31, 2018 |
I will be more impressed with the Electric version. ICE's are going the way of the dinosaur. |
Romance / Re: I Love Her But... Now I'm Embarrassed by midastouch: 11:12am On Jun 25, 2018 |
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