However, just because money is wasted in other areas does not justify gambling, as money should not be squandered. People often waste money on various activities, and gambling is no different from other forms of wasteful spending such as watching a movie, indulging in an expensive meal, or buying worthless items.

Gambling tends to focus on the love of money and entices people with the promise of swift and effortless riches.Įngaging in gambling, as long as it is done in moderation and infrequently, can be viewed as a frivolous expenditure rather than inherently evil. It also encourages individuals to avoid seeking quick and easy wealth (Proverbs 13:11 23:5 Ecclesiastes 5:10) and instead promotes hard work and earning a living (2 Thessalonians 3:10 Proverbs 14:23). However, the Bible does caution against the love of money (1 Timothy 6:10 Hebrews 13:5). Is gambling a sin? The act of gambling, betting, or participating in lotteries is not explicitly condemned in the Bible.