Studies indicate that many children try alcohol even before they enter junior high school. Expectant mothers who consume any amount of alcohol put their babies at risk of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and other birth defects. Drug abuse finds its origin in the sinful rebellion of human beings. And ultimately, rather than finding the true freedom offered in Christ, some are ensnared in the slavery of drug abuse. The good news is that there is freedom from drug abuse.
Prevention is the first line of defense.
Parents can train their children to avoid the abuse of helpful drugs and the use of harmful substances. We must teach our children and grandchildren what the Bible says about the use of addicting substances. Give youth encouragement when they behave in a godly manner and make wise choices to follow God's direction. Those abusing drugs can turn their lives over to Jesus Christ and allow Him to deal with the longings of the heart. God may or may not remove the desire for the drugs, but He will forgive the sin and help penitent individuals to change their inner desires.