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Weekend Millionaires

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  • Bas Luiten

This article is about gambling, empty promises and desires, and the trustworthy promises of God.

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Playing With Fire: The High Cost of Gambling

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  • Nelson D. Kloosterman

How should Christians respond towards gambling? This article explains the types of gamblers, the role of the government, gambling and the economy, gambling and development, and it gives a Christian reflection.

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An Ancient Vice

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  • Johan D. Tangelder

The biblical view of work and stewardship impacts the way Christian should think about gambling. How? This article explains the history of gambling, the role of the government, lotteries and the Christian response. 

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What Is Wrong with Lottery

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  • A. M. Den Boer

Should Christians play lottery? This article looks at the place and role of the lot in the bible; then it shows that lotto and gambling are against God’s will. 

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I Gamble Responsibly

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  • Herm Zandman

Is there responsible gambling? This article shows that all forms of gambling are forbidden since gambling is the misuse of God’s gifts. Gambling is contrary to biblical stewardship. 

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The Powerball Lottery: What’s at Stake?

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  • Russell D. Moore

What fuels lottery and gambling? It is the promise of a happy life. How should the church respond to this? By upholding the gospel as the only hope for a truly happy life.

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Should the Stewards Object? A Biblical Approach to Gambling

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  • Michael Hill

This article evaluates gambling from a biblical perspective. The direction in which the article goes is that the very nature of gambling violates the principles of love and stewardship.

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Gambling

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  • William MacLeod

This article considers the practice of gambling and how it goes against several of God's commandments.

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Gambling

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Is the Bible against gambling? This article shows that gambling is against the eighth commandment, as well as the biblical work ethic.

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Gambling, A Growing Danger

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  • Kenneth Koole

Gambling is on the rise. Part of the reason for this is that gambling is presented as a form of cheap entertainment. This article looks at the danger behind this mentality. The author maintains that gambling is wrong for all, but especially for God's children, and urges the reader to avoid it.

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Wealth Gotten By Vanity

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  • Richard J. Smit

May Christians be involved with lotteries and gambling? This article shows that lotteries and gambling are against God’s will for His children. These involve placing your trust in another god or idol (Proverbs 13:11).

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What Every Parent Should Know About the Internet - Internet Gambling

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  • David Clark

This article discusses the impact of internet gambling and why individuals get caught up in it. The author highlights biblical principles on gambling and shares practical advice on the issue. 

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Sweepstakes, Lotteries, Gambling – What Is the Difference?

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  • W. Pouwelse

This article looks at and explains the difference between the lot, gambling, lottery, greed, shares and investments, speculation on the stock exchange, and chance games.

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Glitz, Glamour and Gambling Does Hold'em Have its Hold on You?

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  • Keith Verburg

This article is about the dangers and effects of gambling.

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Many Foolish and Harmful Desires...

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  • Jack Moesker

This article is about the foolishness of gambling.

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Reaping the Fruit of Gambling

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  • Cornelis van Dam

This article is about gambling, greed and a good work ethic.

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