Bible Discussion Thread

Is gambling a sin ?? And where is it found in the Bible?

Hello,

Anything in excess to the point of addition and harm can be idolatry and puts things before God, violating 1st commandment. Alcohol, food, gambling, video games, etc.

I personally do not believe playing a game with money is a sin, no more than it is to risk investing in the stock market, or risk investing in college, or risk buying insurance, or risk getting a loan for a new car. In each case you take a risk in hope for a more desired outcome. Much of what we do involves calculated risk taking with money. We cannot avoid money, because that's how we live, and we cannot avoid risk, because life inherantly has many risks. So, you can view making choices about life as gambling. But if you cross a line and let a pursuit take over your life as well as harm other people that I believe is an addiction and a sin. Overeating can be a sin in the same manner- gluttony.

God bless...

Growing needs water, water is the spirit. Without water the dog will die! The plant in the window will die. The faith you have will die. Gods Water is from the well, that springs into eternal life! You are not saved by works, but by faith ,found in the water, the word of God.

I'm going to suggest you put your question into Google. Type this

"Is gambling considered sinful, Bible"

I did and there are MANY links to read in addition to Bible comment on "casting lots".

I don't know your situation and who you know that gambles? I know there's an organization called Gamblers Anonymous.

Let me know what you think, if you wish.

Mishael

Hi Arenthia Harvey , as far as i know there is no mention of gambling in the Bible , the Bible gives us much good guidance on what. Christians relationship with money should be like ,putting it into as few words as possible : we should not lust after it ,we should not want any more than we need for our daily lives ,we should ,if we are able ,give to everyone who asks without expecting to get it back ,we should use it sensibly , remembering that it is actually God who provides for our daily needs ,in my congregation i know of one or two members who play the lottery , thats their choice and im not going to judge them or fall out with them ,i wouldnt play the lottery ,in the u.k. there are a lot of adverts on t.v. asking people to play lotteries for charity , i give to charity but i wouldnt give to a charity that runs a lottery ,lotteries are gambling , gambling isnt a great idea ,a Christian should be carefull to use what God has given them wisely ,for their own benefit and if you have any spare maybe help others . You can enjoy your life and your cash as you wish ,remember to thank God for everything and be generous to others ,love in Christ .