The subject of Alcohol and alcohol drinking is a touchy subject among Christian believers. I realize that. I was a heavy drinker in my salad days when youth prevailed. But now as I am becoming older and drawing near the end of my days, I know for certainty what the truth on this matter is.
Alcohol is permitted in moderation according to the Scriptures (i.e. Psalm 104:15; Matthew 11:19; 1 Timothy 3:8; Titus 2:3). The problem is not with alcohol per se, the sin is in overconsumption and drunkenness.
We of the Historic Christian faith don’t take the position of the Puritans, who believed that it is hedonistic and sinful to drink anything with a little alcohol in it; that it is ungodly to wear makeup (if we’re a female); that it is sensual to look nice and attractive, etc. That is nothing but a legalistic and a puritanical attitude.
The Bible emphasizes moderation, not abstinence.