What if drinking wine was more than just a pleasure—it was a spiritual practice? In this episode, we sit down with theologian and wine expert Gisela Kreglinger to explore the deep connections between wine, faith, and community. Growing up in a German winery, Gisela brings a unique perspective on how wine shapes our conversations, our celebrations, and even our theology. From the role of wine in biblical times to the way it fosters deeper human connection today, this episode will challenge the way you think about your next glass.
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Key Points:
- Meet Gisela Kreglinger: Theologian, author, and wine expert who grew up on a German winery.
- Wine as a Spiritual Practice: Wine isn't just for drinking—it can shape conversations, enhance meals, and even act as a form of prayer.
- Biblical Roots of Wine: Exploring wine’s significance in Scripture, including the Passover tradition of four cups of wine, Noah’s vineyard, and Jesus’ first miracle at the Wedding of Cana.
- Cultural Differences in Wine Consumption: How European wine traditions differ from America’s relationship with alcohol and why that matters.
- Holy Tipsiness: The fine line between drinking as an act of joy and overindulgence.
- Reclaiming Wine in Christian Practice: How churches have distanced themselves from wine and why Gisela believes it’s time to restore its sacred role.
Wines in This Episode:
🍷 2020 Coastline Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles, California) – A fruit-forward yet balanced cab with notes of blackberry, pipe tobacco, and wet gravel.
🍷 Moulin-à-Vent from the Dichon family (Beaujolais, France) – A full-bodied Gamay with rich complexity, imported by Kermit Lynch.
Final Thoughts:
This episode isn’t just for wine lovers—it’s for anyone interested in the intersection of faith, culture, and connection. Whether you’re a casual drinker or a wine aficionado, Gisela’s insights will make you rethink the way you experience wine.
Listen now and join the conversation! 🍇🍷
Links:
- The Spirituality of Wine
- The Soul of Wine
- Cup Overflowing
- Wine in the Word
- Gisela's website
- Gisela on Instagram
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