Luck vs Blessings

Reflection Exodus 20:3-6

A blessing is a favour, a gift, or anything bestowed by God for our well-being. Luck, on the other hand, is a non-Christian view of good or bad fortune, and closely connected with superstition and magic. Believing in Luck is the same as choosing to believe in random chance, thus eliminating God's influence in your life. A dangerous thing to do! Once we become followers of Christ, we are to reject the idea of Luck, and all activities to attract it, by all means. None of the following should be perceived as the determinant of a person's well-being:

1. An unread Bible tucked underneath the pillow

2. A cross on a gold/silver/metal necklace, good luck charms, etc.

3. Pictures of long-haired Jesus and other scriptural portraits hung on the wall

4. Scripture-worded stickers on the bumper of the car

5. Praying to, or through saints, angels, and Mary mother of Jesus Christ.

6. Praying to deceased relatives or invoking their names/spirit when we are faced with challenges

7. Visiting the graves of deceased loved ones to make wishes

8. Tossing coins into a fountain to make wishes

9. Seeking zodiac signs predictions, and more

All good and perfect things come from Him (James 1:17). You became a partaker of those things when you received Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour. Seek first the Kingdom of God and all righteousness, then all you need will be given to you (Matthew 6:33, Philippians 4:19). May we be guided.

Shalom!