A poker night among church friends prompted Sean DeMars to ask a question he thought he had already answered: Is gambling a sin? He had a strong conviction. What he lacked was a carefully reasoned biblical case.

You Wanna Bet? invites readers to examine gambling in light of Scripture’s teaching about work, wealth, contentment, stewardship, and love for neighbor. From lottery tickets and sports betting to prediction markets and friendly wagers, DeMars considers what makes gambling gambling, how it differs from investing, and whether calling it harmless entertainment answers the moral question.

Written with pastoral candor and a touch of humor, this brief book addresses common objections, challenges familiar assumptions, and offers practical help to those caught in gambling’s grip.

Whether you oppose gambling, enjoy an occasional wager, or have never given it much thought, this book will help you test your instincts against Scripture—and consider the better hope offered in Jesus Christ.