Specifically I'll admit that on gambling scripture is lacking. But generally it goes against biblical principles of lust, greed and giving to others. When you gamble what aren't you coveting someone else's money? Don't you desire to win the casino's money or someone else's money? If not why do it?
If you want to satisfy you sense of entertainment why not just play poker for fun? Or for chips?
Would Jesus go to Vegas and gamble even once for entertainment? Would any of his disciples?
All Arizona gambling is on the Indian Reservations and I go to keep the Indians employed. Work gives dignity to man.
I also consider it my charitable contribution. Afterall I go there knowing I will lose all my money but it will all go to the tribe,it's really helping them too. Once the tribes were very poor,now they have lots of money,food on the table,children who can go to college and so on. What do you think?
Every one who sets aside 20 bucks to game in place of going to a movie or out to dinner is going again Biblical principles of lust, greed and giving to others?
When you gamble what aren't you coveting someone else's money?
You don't have to be. Some people enjoy the game. Sometimes it makes the competition a higher level.
Don't you desire to win the casino's money or someone else's money?
Doesn't the movie theatre desire your money or someone else's money? A professional sports team gets your money. Is watching a sporting event idolatry? (it can be)Same with gambling. You'd need to see what's in the heart before making a judgement.