Has Wine Become an Idol?

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Today we tackle a topic that hits close to home for many women of faith: Has wine—or any other comfort—become more important than your relationship with God?

Using a biblical lens, they explore the concept of idolatry: anything that takes up too much of our time, energy, money, or mental space—ultimately distracting us from intimacy with Jesus. While idolatry may sound like an Old Testament word, the truth is, modern-day idols are everywhere. And for many of us, alcohol quietly takes up far more space than we realize.

We share personal experiences and spiritual insights into how alcohol once affected our own walks with God—and how letting it go made space for peace, presence, and purpose. We also walk listeners through introspective questions and journal prompts designed to help you examine your own relationship with alcohol with grace, curiosity, and truth.

If you’ve ever wondered why alcohol feels so important—or if life without it might feel more aligned with the life God has for you—this episode will guide you gently but boldly toward freedom.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What idolatry looks like in the modern world—and how alcohol fits in
• How to identify when something has taken God’s place in your heart or habits
• The spiritual, emotional, and relational costs of holding on to alcohol
• Why curiosity and compassion matter more than shame in this process
• How to take the next step toward freedom, one brave question at a time

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