Despite various concerns of late, Australia’s economy is really ok. Yes, there are reports that Australia’s mining boom is over. Or maybe you’ve read how our housing market is vastly overpriced. Turn from your ways and repent, for the Bubble will soon Burst! Considering how much cash will soon be flowing on Melbourne Cup day, those fears are probably exaggerated. One does not have an economic crisis and still have a multitude of people spend hundreds on a horse racing. Apparently Australian’s are the world’s biggest gamblers. A Productivity Commission report from 2010 estimated 70% of the country’s adult population gambled, with each person on average losing $1500 a year. While some people, the thrill of the punt is worth that much, there are quite a few other things we can think of that seem a bit more value for money.
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If one loses a bet for example, all one has to show for it is a receipt stub. That’s it. A return flight on Qantas to London on the other hand will set one back $1474. A NSW Waratahs Life Member Plus Package worth $1570 includes, “Platinum reserved seating for all regular season home games”. But, hey, it’s a free country and if helping your bookie pay off his mortgage is your thing, go for it. Followers of Jesus are reminded that all we have is entrusted to us by God (Matthew 25:14-30). We are just stewards and have to give an account for how we have managed our Creator’s resources. This does not mean we live on dry crusts and water from now on. Jesus himself was well known for eating and drinking well. The principle here is that we do it for the glory of God. And that includes enjoying what God has blessed us with.
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