Romans922
Puritan Board Professor
What are the arguments that you have heard or have yourself used against the necessity of using wine in the Supper? (maybe after accumulating a good list we can debate).
I'll start with some I've heard:
-Wine then didn't have as much alcohol as it does now
-Jesus says, "fruit of the vine" not "wine", He could've meant grape juice or immediate use of the liquid which is freshly squeezed from grapes
-It would be offensive to many in the church to do it today
-What about those with allergies?
-What about alcoholics or former alcoholics in the congregation?
I'll start with some I've heard:
-Wine then didn't have as much alcohol as it does now
-Jesus says, "fruit of the vine" not "wine", He could've meant grape juice or immediate use of the liquid which is freshly squeezed from grapes
-It would be offensive to many in the church to do it today
-What about those with allergies?
-What about alcoholics or former alcoholics in the congregation?