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What Does the Bible Say About Investing and Gambling?
Have you ever wondered what the difference between investing and gambling really is? The Bible says that gambling is wrong, but what makes investing okay? What does the Bible say about investing anyway? THE DIFFERENCE The difference between these two is vast but can be confusing, especially for those who don’t regularly engage in either, […]
Is Gambling Wrong?
Is gambling a sin? Well the Bible doesn’t say, “Thou shalt not gamble”. But it’s certainly not the way God ever intended for us to use or make money. The problem with gambling are the motives behind it – first, in order for you to win, someone else has to lose. Instead, as Christians […]
Is Gambling a Sin?
Is gambling a sin? Well the Bible doesn’t say, “Thou shalt not gamble”. But it’s certainly not the way God intended for you to use or make money. At the root of gambling is greed, which Proverbs says robs you of life. And in order for you to win any money, someone else has […]
GIF Investing vs. Gambling
“The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and suffer for it.” (Proverbs 27:12 NIV) Investing vs. Gambling by Chuck Bentley If you or someone you know has lost money in the stock market, you may be wondering if lotteries would be a better investment. After all, don’t both of these “investments” […]
GIF It’s Just Entertainment
“Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.” (Philippians 2:4 NIV) It’s Just Entertainment by Chuck Bentley Some people say gambling is just entertainment, like fishing, seeing a movie, or going to a baseball game. But when you win at gambling, you do so at many […]
Day Trading is Not Investing
The only thing investing and gambling have in common is that they both involve financial risk. Investing requires that everyone must win in order for you to gain, but gambling requires that other participants must lose in order for you to gain. You see gamblers don’t care if others lose, only that they win. The Bible […]
Ask Chuck: Aaron Rodgers vs Apostle Paul – Is Fantasy Football Wrong for Christians?
Dear Chuck, Is fantasy football gambling? My oldest sons (14 and 17) and husband are really into it and I am wondering if it’s the right decision for them. Does the Bible say anything about something like this? Thanks, Concerned Mom Dear Concerned Mom, Fantasy football is big business and many do consider it […]
Recovering From Bad Choices
Cameron had created a big mess. And while the Lord had changed his heart, the consequences of his financial decisions didn’t just go away. Cameron and his wife, Lisa, had to pay off a lot of debt after he finally stopped gambling. They were also desperate to save and recover financially. So they prayed […]
Ask Chuck: Is Day Trading A Bad Idea?
Dear Chuck, My son’s college roommate made some money in day trading. Now my son wants in on the action. I’m not sure what to tell him, except to avoid it! Day Trading Fears Dear Day Trading Fears, The Bible talks a lot about investing, so I will be able to give you some […]
Luck vs. God’s Blessings
By Chuck Bentley “Good luck!” That sounds so strange to say, especially coming from a Christian. I don’t believe in luck, and I hope you don’t either. Instead of wishing someone good luck, I prefer to say, “May God bless you.” Proverbs 24:3-4 says this, “By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it […]