The Gambling Christian

Episode 123 - 

Since legalizing sports betting in January of 2023, the gambling scene in Ohio is going full tilt!  First there was Powerball and Mega Millions, then came the Casinos.  Now on the scene is the likes of FanDuel and DraftKings.  Gambling in Ohio is on the ascendency, and the sports betting variety is particularly popular with men (as high as 80% sports betting app users are men!).  And something about the trend bothers Ben.  Or does it?

Ben, the consummate competitor and faithful fixer, is "all-in" as the lead for this episode, while Chad--Mr. Pennypincher himself--holds his cards close as co-host.  The two wager their opinions on this growing phenomenon and try to tease out its proper place in the life of a Mighty Man of Valor.  What is the allure of gambling in general, and is sports betting online more or less alluring than the traditional forms of gambling?  Does the Bible condemn gambling as sinful?  What are the personal and societal pitfalls to gambling, and are there certain segments of the population that are more susceptible to them?      

SHOW NOTES:

Stats on sports betting:  Sports betting in the U.S. - statistics & facts | Statista

Catholic answer on gambling:  Isn't gambling a sin? How can you Catholics justify playing bingo in church? | Catholic Answers Q&A

Got Questions answer on gambling:  Is gambling a sin? What does the Bible say about gambling? | GotQuestions.org