Bartending

[jfsknight]

Hello everyone,

I would like a Biblical perspective on being a bartender. I know there's quite the debate on drinking alcohol, but for those that believe it to be ok, what about serving it? I have some plans to be a bartender, but only at a restaurant. I feel as a Christian I shouldn't serve alcohol to people in bars or night clubs. I have frequented those places and know why people go.

The scriptures say Jesus turned water into wine to be served at a wedding. They also say not to cause your brother (Christian?) to stumble. Also, would being a bartender hurt my testimony?

I know the thread on alcohol has been closed because it really wasn't going anywhere. This is an aspect to that debate that hasn't been discussed.

Thanks for your help,
Jared

 

[Boanerges]

Hi Jared. Personally, I believe that is between you and God. If you have a peace in your spirit than perhaps God wishes you to reach someone for His kingdom or minister to some hurting souls. If you are not at peace and feel like it is sinful then you are violating your conscience before God.
Pray, seek His face and find His perfect will for your life. That perfect will sometimes is a surprising place but if God is being glorified in your life and work then praise His Name and press on.

 

[Coconut]

very good counsel Boanerges, I agree.