Prohibition (Edited)
America needs to turn away from sin and towards righteousness, rather than relying on laws to solve its problems.
In this sermon, the preacher highlights the negative impact of excessive taxation on alcohol in America. He argues that the government's decision to impose a $2 tax on whiskey and a $5 tax on beer will have detrimental effects on the economy. The preacher suggests that instead of focusing on repeal, America needs to focus on repentance and righteousness. He emphasizes the need for Jesus and spiritual transformation rather than relying on material possessions or engaging in destructive behaviors. The sermon encourages listeners to turn to God for guidance and salvation.
Full Transcript
Who's sold to a preacher or a high school girl has the same effect as when it's sold to an automobile thief or a horse thief. Congress has passed a law putting $2 a tax on whiskey, and they expect to realize $300 million. That means that the American people have got to buy and drink 150 million gallons a year.
They have to put $5 a barrel tax on beer. That means the people have got to buy and drink 32 million barrels of beer a year. It doesn't take a lawyer to figure out that if you do that, you take that much money out of the legitimate channels of trade, you spend that much less for food and clothes and boots and shoes and education and automobiles.
Oh, America didn't need repeal, she needed repentance. She didn't need wrong, she needed righteousness. We don't need gangs, we need chiefs.
We don't need Warthog, we need Warthog.
Sermon Outline
- I. The Effect of Prohibition
- A. The law has the same effect on everyone
- B. The tax on whiskey and beer will lead to decreased spending in other areas
- II. The Consequences of Prohibition
- A. It takes money out of legitimate channels of trade
- B. It leads to decreased spending on necessities
- III. The Need for Repentance
- A. America needs to turn away from sin and towards righteousness
- B. We need to focus on moral leadership, not gangs
Key Quotes
“Oh, America didn't need repeal, she needed repentance.” — Billy Sunday
“She didn't need wrong, she needed righteousness.” — Billy Sunday
“We don't need gangs, we need chiefs.” — Billy Sunday
Application Points
- We should focus on moral leadership and righteousness, rather than relying on laws to solve our problems.
- We need to repent and turn away from sin, rather than trying to cover it up with laws.
- By prioritizing righteousness, we can create a better society for everyone.