Every "Luck" is not "Luck"

I understand now that the word "Luck" can be very meaningful, but so does the word "Blessed"

For me, it is not always luck when or if you have something to eat, or something to wear, because for me, that is a blessing

For me, it is not always luck when or if someone opens your eyes and your mind about something, like for example, about yourself, because for me, that is a blessing

None of what we have is always "Luck", but everything that we have is always a blessing

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cherokeepatti · 61-69, F

I agree. I believe that the word “Luck” originated from the word “Lucifer”… I believe in blessings.

gwendolyndecymru · 18-21, F

@cherokeepatti You can believe that, but it's simply bot true. Luck comes from the Middle Dutch word gheluc (modern Dutch geluk) which is derived from the word gheloof (modern Dutch geloof) which actually means faith. So the meaning of the origin of the word I'd say is almost the opposite of what you believe.

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hippyjoe1955 · 70-79, M

@gwendolyndecymru Actually in it its purest form luck was a pagan goddess. The Romans called her Fortuna. The Greeks called her Tyche. Of course we both recognise Roman name. I don't believe in luck or even 'blessing'. I believe that God takes care of His own. Whether I am rich or poor, hale and hearty or on my death bed God is taking care of me. I have seen Him perform miracles and I know that what truly matters is His Will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven.

JesusIsWithMe · 18-21, F

@hippyjoe1955 thank you for that, but the reason why I said that is because of my own personal experiences and other Christians I have heard of

hippyjoe1955 · 70-79, M

@JesusIsWithMe Yes I am not critiquing you one tiny bit. I am simply sharing what I have learned having followed the Lord for well over 40 years.

JesusIsWithMe · 18-21, F

@hippyjoe1955 🙏🙏

gwendolyndecymru · 18-21, F

@hippyjoe1955 yes well sort of, but I see your point. I sid the ethymology nothing else

LadyGrace

@gwendolyndecymru The Bible teaches that while "time and chance" happen to everyone (Ecclesiastes 9:11), true control rests with God, not random luck; everything ultimately serves His sovereign purpose for those who love Him (Romans 8:28, Proverbs 16:33). Instead of relying on luck, believers are called to trust God's providence, viewing even "random" events as part of His detailed plan and seeking His will. The Bible often contrasts trusting in a fickle "luck" (like pagan gods of fortune), replacing that with faith in the ever-faithful God.

God is in control of all outcomes, even what seems accidental. God works all circumstances, good or bad, for the ultimate good of His followers.

Romans 8:28: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose".

Nothing happens outside of God's awareness; He cares for individuals deeply. Matthew 10:29-31: Even sparrows and hairs on our heads are numbered by God.

The Bible says believers should rely on God's faithfulness, not superstitious notions of luck or fortune. James 1:17: "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights". In fact, the Bible warns against seeking favor from "luck" (Hebrew gad), equating it to turning away from the true God. The word "gad" is used in referring to a false god associated with luck or fortune.