Betting

Wealth gained dishonestly dwindles away, but he who gathers by hand makes it grow.

Be free from the love of money, content with such things as you have, for he has said, “I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you.”

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows.

But those who are determined to be rich fall into a temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful lusts, such as drown men in ruin and destruction.

He who loves silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he who loves abundance, with increase: this also is vanity.

in hope of eternal life, which God, who can’t lie, promised before time began;

Let him who stole steal no more; but rather let him labor, working with his hands the thing that is good, that he may have something to give to him who has need.

As each has received a gift, employ it in serving one another, as good managers of the grace of God in its various forms.

In all things I gave you an example, that so laboring you ought to help the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

But don’t forget this one thing, beloved, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.

He said, “That which proceeds out of the man, that defiles the man.

The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from Yahweh.

Know this for sure, that no sexually immoral person, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, has any inheritance in the Kingdom of Christ and God.

I coveted no one’s silver, or gold, or clothing. — read the full passage →

Therefore whatever you desire for men to do to you, you shall also do to them; for this is the law and the prophets.

Samson said to them, “Let me tell you a riddle now. If you can declare it to me within the seven days of the feast, and find it out, then I will give you thirty linen garments and thirty changes of clothing; — read the full passage →

But those who are determined to be rich fall into a temptation and a snare and many foolish and harmful lusts, such as drown men in ruin and destruction. — read the full passage →

He said to them, “Beware! Keep yourselves from covetousness, for a man’s life doesn’t consist of the abundance of the things which he possesses.”

A stingy man hurries after riches, and doesn’t know that poverty waits for him.

“All things are lawful for me,” but not all things are expedient. “All things are lawful for me,” but I will not be brought under the power of anything.

Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God. — read the full passage →

Also delight yourself in Yahweh, and he will give you the desires of your heart.

No servant can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to one, and despise the other. You aren’t able to serve God and Mammon.”

“No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other; or else he will be devoted to one and despise the other. You can’t serve both God and Mammon.

“You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, nor his male servant, nor his female servant, nor his ox, nor his donkey, nor anything that is your neighbor’s.”

for which things’ sake the wrath of God comes on the children of disobedience.

For even when we were with you, we commanded you this: “If anyone will not work, neither let him eat.”

Why do you set your eyes on that which is not? For it certainly sprouts wings like an eagle and flies in the sky.

The earth is Yahweh’s, with its fullness; the world, and those who dwell therein.

promising them liberty, while they themselves are bondservants of corruption; for a man is brought into bondage by whoever overcomes him.

“But you who forsake Yahweh, who forget my holy mountain, who prepare a table for Fortune, and who fill up mixed wine to Destiny;

For what does it profit a man, to gain the whole world, and forfeit his life?

This is the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show to his servants the things which must happen soon, which he sent and made known by his angel to his servant, John, — read the full passage →

For the Scripture says, “You shall not muzzle the ox when it treads out the grain.” And, “The laborer is worthy of his wages.”

I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things.

each of you not just looking to his own things, but each of you also to the things of others.

nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor slanderers, nor extortionists, will inherit the Kingdom of God.

Here, moreover, it is required of stewards, that they be found faithful.

being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, malice; full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, evil habits, secret slanderers, — read the full passage →

A faithful man is rich with blessings; but one who is eager to be rich will not go unpunished.

“Speak to Aaron, and to his sons, and to all the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘This is the thing which Yahweh has commanded,

Charge those who are rich in this present world that they not be haughty, nor have their hope set on the uncertainty of riches, but on the living God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy; — read the full passage →

“All things are lawful for me,” but not all things are profitable. “All things are lawful for me,” but not all things build up.

Or don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit the Kingdom of God? Don’t be deceived. Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor male prostitutes, nor homosexuals, — read the full passage →

For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life. — read the full passage →

He said, “That which proceeds out of the man, that defiles the man. — read the full passage →

When they had crucified him, they divided his clothing among them, casting lots,

The silver is mine, and the gold is mine,’ says Yahweh of Armies.

They all said to each other, “Come, let us cast lots, that we may know who is responsible for this evil that is on us.” So they cast lots, and the lot fell on Jonah.

The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor. — read the full passage →

He who is greedy for gain troubles his own house, but he who hates bribes will live.

Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding.

Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing. — read the full passage →

and that you make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, even as we instructed you;

For this is the will of God: your sanctification, that you abstain from sexual immorality,

Now the works of the flesh are obvious, which are: adultery, sexual immorality, uncleanness, lustfulness,

Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Don’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God.

We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose.

For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

For neither was there among them any who lacked, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them, and brought the proceeds of the things that were sold,

They sold their possessions and goods, and distributed them to all, according as anyone had need.

“Don’t lay up treasures for yourselves on the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal; — read the full passage →

As the partridge that sits on eggs which she has not laid, so is he who gets riches, and not by right; in the midst of his days they shall leave him, and at his end he shall be a fool.

“But you who forsake Yahweh, who forget my holy mountain, who prepare a table for Fortune, and who fill up mixed wine to Destiny; — read the full passage →

The words of the Preacher, the son of David, king in Jerusalem: — read the full passage →

Whoever oppresses the poor for his own increase and whoever gives to the rich, both come to poverty.

He becomes poor who works with a lazy hand, but the hand of the diligent brings wealth.

Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, but righteousness delivers from death.

But whoever listens to me will dwell securely, and will be at ease, without fear of harm.”

Now faith is assurance of things hoped for, proof of things not seen.

For you know how you ought to imitate us. For we didn’t behave ourselves rebelliously among you,

and that you make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, even as we instructed you; — read the full passage →

My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Most gladly therefore I will rather glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest on me.

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new.

Or don’t you know that the unrighteous will not inherit the Kingdom of God? Don’t be deceived. Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor male prostitutes, nor homosexuals,

Let every soul be in subjection to the higher authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those who exist are ordained by God.

Then they said to one another, “Let’s not tear it, but cast lots for it to decide whose it will be,” that the Scripture might be fulfilled, which says, “They parted my garments among them. For my cloak they cast lots.” Therefore the soldiers did these things.

I have told you these things, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have oppression; but cheer up! I have overcome the world.”

Sell that which you have, and give gifts to the needy. Make for yourselves purses which don’t grow old, a treasure in the heavens that doesn’t fail, where no thief approaches, neither moth destroys. — read the full passage →

Crucifying him, they parted his garments among them, casting lots on them, what each should take.

But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well.

Now the birth of Jesus Christ was like this; for after his mother, Mary, was engaged to Joseph, before they came together, she was found pregnant by the Holy Spirit. — read the full passage →

He has shown you, O man, what is good. What does Yahweh require of you, but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?

For, behold, the Lord, Yahweh of Armies, takes away from Jerusalem and from Judah supply and support, the whole supply of bread, and the whole supply of water; — read the full passage →

One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

Don’t weary yourself to be rich. In your wisdom, show restraint.