Gambling Addiction

Scripture encourages us to avoid “get rich quick” schemes. This type of gambling is based on the love of money and tempts us with the promise of quick and easy riches. We must reject the temptation and seek God’s guidance on gambling. Thankfully, there are many resources available on gambling. Read on to learn more… Read more Gambling Addiction

The Revenue of Lotteries, Scratch-Off Games, Prize Money, and Taxes on Winnings

Lottery revenue was down in nine states in 2002 and 2003, with the sharpest decline occurring in Delaware with 6.8%. The four jurisdictions that operated lotteries experienced increases in sales: West Virginia, Puerto Rico, Florida, and Missouri. The declines were offset by the increase in prize money and taxes on winnings. Despite these declines, Lottery… Read more The Revenue of Lotteries, Scratch-Off Games, Prize Money, and Taxes on Winnings

Gambling 101

The game of chance is called Gambling. It involves placing a bet on a future event that is uncertain. Some forms of gambling include betting on horse races and life insurance. Some types of gambling involve the risk of losing your money. It is important to understand the risks involved in gambling. It is also… Read more Gambling 101

The Basics of Poker

The game of poker is played with cards and chips. At the end of a round, all bets are placed into a central pot. The winning hand is the one that is closest to the dealer’s pair. After a round, all bets are combined to determine the winner. This is known as “payoff”. Tie hands… Read more The Basics of Poker