[babygirl110]

I'm interested in hearing from TSR Christians.

[Hearty_Beast]

Gambling isn't forbidden, casting lots etc. was common practice. But if the motivation for gambling is "coveting" money, then these things can begin to become far too important to people.

I'd say that it's a personal choice. Like drinking, responsible use is key. At many christian/church fairs, people use raffles etc. as a game/fun way to donate money.

[gltw]

I don't think so. People who play the lottery place their hope in wealth.

For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence,
for my hope is from him.
(Psalm 62:5 ESV)

A Christian should place their hope in God alone not money or wealth. There are more specific verses such as:

He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity.
(Ecclesiastes 5:10 ESV)

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.
(1 Timothy 6:10 ESV)

In the end it is up to the Christian. Personally I feel that the bible is clear about aspirations to wealth so I and most other "Christians" feel that it is not the will of God to do so.

[Besakt]

I don't know but I do know it's pretty stupid. A mugs game if you will.

[The_Last_Melon]

It depends why you're doing it and what you will do if you win.

[chickenonsteroids]

Ned Flanders doesn't think so, so no

[abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz]

lol christianity

[shyamshah]

They accept lottery and fundraising as gambling but anything else is not acceptable, but the way they use the money is the real issue, its the same with most religions.

[GreenLantern1]

Gambling is fine!!!!! In Christianity, the sin that can arise from lottery usage is addiction. Now that is a sin

[Besakt]

(Original post by The_Last_Melon)
It depends why you're doing it and what you will do if you win.

Whores and strippers obv.

[babygirl110]

(Original post by Hearty_Beast)
Gambling isn't forbidden, casting lots etc. was common practice. But if the motivation for gambling is "coveting" money, then these things can begin to become far too important to people.

I'd say that it's a personal choice. Like drinking, responsible use is key. At many christian/church fairs, people use raffles etc. as a game/fun way to donate money.

(Original post by gltw)
I don't think so. People who play the lottery place their hope in wealth.

For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence,
for my hope is from him.
(Psalm 62:5 ESV)

A Christian should place their hope in God alone not money or wealth. There are more specific verses such as:

He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity.
(Ecclesiastes 5:10 ESV)

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.
(1 Timothy 6:10 ESV)

In the end it is up to the Christian. Personally I feel that the bible is clear about aspirations to wealth so I and most other "Christians" feel that it is not the will of God to do so.

I believe that God will provide and he always has. In times of difficultly, he's just always come through and I've been so amazed. For that reason I don't do the lottery or anything that might involve chance in winning money.

I only got thinking about it today because I got into the car with my workmates and was moaning how much I hate my job. Then they made a comment that well, 'You're screwed for life because I don't even do the lottery'. So it got me thinking about my reasons for not doing my lottery.

My work is really stressful and there are times I hate it so much but it's a classic example of God's provision. I had been searching for a graduate job for 6 months, and at that time was owing money to the bank from a bank loan. For those 6 months I managed to get the bank to keep postponing the loan payments. Alas, it came to a point when the bank decided enough was enough and were referring the matter to the debt collectors. True to God's word he provided, I got a job a week later and started paying my loan off that month.

This is just one of many examples.

[RightSaidJames]

The lottery is hardly gambling (assuming you play once or maybe twice a week); it's just a glorified raffle but with worse odds and better prizes.

In my church we technically have to seek permission to do a raffle at events, fayres etc., but I don't think anyone ever does!

[gltw]

(Original post by babygirl110)
I believe that God will provide and he always has......

That's excellent God's plans for us are often hidden and sometimes don't look positive. God never promises us lots of money, good health or that we will live long but he always does what is right for us and his purpose. It's great to hear someone walking in faith trusting in God alone not only for provision but for the covering of our sins. It's a wonderful thing that Jesus has made us completely acceptable to God by the work he has done. God bless you and keep you.

[babygirl110]

(Original post by RightSaidJames)
The lottery is hardly gambling (assuming you play once or maybe twice a week); it's just a glorified raffle but with worse odds and better prizes.

In my church we technically have to seek permission to do a raffle at events, fayres etc., but I don't think anyone ever does!

I'm going ask you a question on a contentious issue if you don't mind.

Are you CoE?

I notice that you are part of the LGBT society, so just curious which denomination you belong to.

[Martyn*]

I would think so. Christians are meant to give up worldly possessions (including giving up chasing money) and follow Jesus.

[RightSaidJames]

(Original post by babygirl110)
I'm going ask you a question on a contentious issue if you don't mind.

Are you CoE?

I notice that you are part of the LGBT society, so just curious which denomination you belong to.

I'm Methodist, but I'm also straight.