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Is it okay for Christians to play poker?

By C. D. Cauthorne Jr. on Mon, 11/04/13
Forum category
Christian Living
Topic tags
Gambling
Poker
Moody Bible Institute

Poll Results

Is it okay for Christians to play poker?

Yes Votes: 3
Yes, as long as there is no substantial amount of money on the line. Votes: 1
Yes, as long as there is no money on the line. Votes: 4
No Votes: 4

(Migrated poll)

N/A
0% (0 votes)
Total votes: 0

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Jim

NewThe problem with poker

Tue, 11/05/13

The problem with poker (I used to play in college):

  • If you don’t play with $$ it wouldn’t be that interesting
  • If you play with $$ and win, someone is going to be hurt

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C. D. Cauthorne Jr.

NewReason I asked.

Wed, 11/06/13

I posted this poll in light of the fact that the Chairman of the Board at Moody Bible Institute has proudly announced that he is a high-stakes poker player. I wondered if feelings were changing on this subject among Fundamentalists (as with the alcohol issue).

I agree with Jim that even if you win at poker, someone gets hurt.

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