And if it doesn't, what's the loss? Really? Weigh an intangible, imaginary benefit against a slew of tangible booze, women, and other racous living.

How about that living the Christian life will give me the peace of knowing that I will be a better:
- father
- husband
- citizen, in terms of kindness to fellow men and giving up needless addictions

I could go on, but the temporary "highs" you mention above seem far more shallow than what I would have expected from you Salmo.

This is a great thread and why I keep coming back....