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Originally Posted by Jermyn Davidson
"Nor trust in uncertain riches" is not necessarily condemning gambling.
This scripture seems to condemn trusting in money-- clear guidance that finds confirmation throughout the Bible.
If this is the only scripture we can attach gambling to, then I will continue to think gambling is not a wise thing to do, but not a sin.
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1Tim.6: Amplified
7 For we brought nothing into the world, and obviously we cannot take anything out of the world;
8 But if we have food and clothing, with these we shall be content (satisfied).
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But those who crave to be rich fall into temptation and a snare and into many foolish (useless, godless) and hurtful desires that plunge men into ruin and destruction and miserable perishing.
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For the love of money is a root of all evils; it is through this craving that some have been led astray and have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves through with many [e]acute [mental] pangs.
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But as for you, O man of God, flee from all these things; aim at and pursue righteousness (right standing with God and true goodness), godliness (which is the loving fear of God and being Christlike), faith, love, steadfastness (patience), and gentleness of heart.
Matt.6:24 NIV
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No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money.
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