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gambling and the Bible

• Samson foolishly made a bet and lost because his opponents cheated (Judges 14).

• What does it mean to throw LOTS? Answer

• “A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.” Proverbs 28:20

• God’s control of chance—“The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.” Proverbs 16:33

• Should Christians be involved with lotteries or other forms of gambling? Answer
• How can I decide whether a particular activity—such as smoking, gambling, etc.—is wrong? Answer