Proverbs 23:20 · KJV

"Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

¹⁸For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off.

¹⁹Hear thou, my son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way.

²⁰Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh:

²¹For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.

²²Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.

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Reflection Questions

How does avoiding excess influence your life choices?

What does it mean for you to be mindful of your company?

When have you felt the impact of peer pressure in your life?

Life Application

relationships

Choose friends who encourage healthy habits and wise choices.

faith

Reflect on how your faith guides your decisions about social gatherings.

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