Poker in a burning casino

Atheists don’t know the stakes. They play poker in a burning casino. They keep score as fire encircles the perimeter, blocking their exits. They keep score as flames lick paint off the walls. They keep score as the ceiling is engulfed in flames. They keep score as the carpet smolders. They keep score as chips begin to melt. They keep score as cards begin to curl. Even when they win at the tables, they lose at life.