"Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfector of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God." ~Hebrews 12:2

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

203 -- Next MYF mtg...

Discussion on alcohol and drugs. We will talk about what the Bible has to say about drugs and alcohol, the purpose behind God's commands not to abuse drugs and alcohol, and steps that can help you resist the pressures of drugs and alcohol.

Some stats from SADD:

Alcohol use remains extremely widespread among today’s teenagers. Nearly three quarters of students (72%) have consumed alcohol (more than just a few sips) by the end of high school, and more than a third (37%) have done so by eighth grade.
NIDA

Nearly half (44%) of American young people have tried cigarettes by twelfth grade, and one out of five (20%) twelfth graders is a current smoker.
NIDA

The current marijuana use rate among youth (ages 12-17) is 6.7%.
SAMHSA

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