Does the bible say anything about gambling? Is it ok to play poker? Is it ok to go to Las Vegas?

Answer 1

Gambling is motivated by a desire to get something for nothing. This desire is spiritually destructive. It leads participants away from the Savior’s teachings of love and service and toward the selfishness of the adversary. It undermines the virtues of work and thrift and the desire to give honest effort in all we do.

Those who participate in gambling soon discover the deception in the idea that they can give little or nothing and receive something of value in return. They find that they give up large amounts of money, their own honor, and the respect of family members and friends. Deceived and addicted, they often gamble with funds they should use for other purposes, such as meeting the basic needs of their families. Gamblers sometimes become so enslaved and so desperate to pay gambling debts that they turn to stealing, giving up their own good name.

That's why it's wrong to gamble.

Answer 2

Jesus kind of frowned on speculation with money. It was the only time he beat someone and ran them away. And Jesus loved everyone, so they say.

I wonder about this myself as I see Baptists blow the doors off of casinos. Just because it's been renamed 'gaming' that doesn't make it OK. That's if you are a Christian. I grew up as a Christian but no longer believe. I was told it was wrong to gamble. I still don't gamble but the reason is it bores me.

Answer 3

It is ok as long as your not using money that should be going to your children or other important things. Be responsible first.

1Ti 5:8 "But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel."
Think about it.

Answer 4

Its ok as long as u aint breakin the 10 Commandments