Wine in the Word Video Bible Study

Learn how to reclaim wine as a gift from God in this six-session video Bible study. As a companion to the book Cup Overflowing, this study will help you grasp the deep and rich connections between wine and the Bible, and to help you see the many different benefits and blessings wine can hold when used within the context of wisdom.

Wine in the Word Study Guide

Explore Wine and Christianity

Theologian Gisela H. Kreglinger and pastor Randy Frazee will take you through key passages in the Old Testament, examine wine in Jesus’s life, discuss rituals like Passover and Communion, and look forward to feasting together in God’s Kingdom.

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Session 1: Making Human Hearts Glad

The Bible has much to teach us about wine. In particular, God has given us wine to bless his people and, thus, it can help us appreciate the bountiful generosity of our God who loves us unconditionally.

Wine Freebies

Free Downloads

Jumpstart your exploration of wine in the Bible with these free resources:

  • Wine Vocabulary Cheat Sheet
  • Wine Tasting as a Spiritual Practice Checklist
  • Guidelines for a Healthy Drinking Culture

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Small Group Tool Kit

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How to Get The Most Out of This Study

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Gather a Group
This study is best experienced in a group of 4 - 8 people.

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Pour the Wine
If everyone approves, enjoy a glass of wine while watching the videos and discussing.

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Personal Study
Between group meetings, explore the individual readings and questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Inside the front cover of the Bible Study Guide are instructions for accessing the videos. You will need to redeem your access code at StudyGateway and set up a free account.

About the Authors

Gisela H. Kreglinger

Gisela H. Kreglinger

Gisela Kreglinger grew up on a winery in Franconia, Germany, where her family has been crafting wine for many generations. She holds two master’s degrees in biblical studies from Regent College and a PhD in historical theology from the University of St. Andrews. She teaches Christian spirituality in the academy, churches, on her annual wine pilgrimages, and every time an opportunity opens up around the dinner table, preferably with a glass of well-crafted wine to inspire her musings on food, faith and the importance of cultivating joy and conviviality. Kreglinger is the author of Cup Overflowing: Wine’s Place in Faith, Feasting and Fellowship, The Spirituality of Wine, The Soul of Wine. To learn more, visit thespiritualityofwine.com

Randy Frazee Headshow

Randy Frazee

Randy Frazee is a pastor at Westside Family Church in Kansas City. A frontrunner and innovator in spiritual formation and biblical community, Randy is the architect of The Story and Believe church engagement campaign. He is also the author of The Heart of the StoryThinkActBe Like JesusWhat Happens After You DieHis Mighty Strength; The Connecting Church 2.0; and The Christian Life Profile Assessment. He has been married to his high school sweetheart, Rozanne, for more than forty years. They have four children and two grandchildren, with more on the way! To learn more about his work and ministry go to randyfrazee.com.

 

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