Luck vs. Blessed

Several years ago I decided to quit using the word "luck". I would habitually say "I am so lucky" or "That was good luck", etc. I thought about it and I realized that it seemed silly to think that my life was just a bunch of good or bad luck. I trained myself to start using the word blessed instead. At first it was a little awkward but so much more accurate. Although when you are playing a game and you win, luck seems to be the better word choice.

Now when I am in conversation with other people it drives me crazy to hear them use the word luck. I almost always pipe in with my blessed version. Most people totally agree that they are blessed not lucky! There is a huge difference. For example, the definition of luck: The chance happening of fortunate or adverse events. They met one day out of pure luck is the sentence example. I believe when you run into someone at the store or at a restaurant it is part of God's plan. I would definitely say: "Running into my friend was a pure blessing." Good fortune, prosperity, success. I believe if you won the lottery or are very successful in life or business that is definitely God's blessing or plan for your life. To be successful takes hard work which wouldn't necessarily be luck, would it? One's personal fate or lot. Do you believe in fate or in God's Will and Perfect Plan for you life?

Now the definition of blessed is To invoke devine favor upon and To confer well-being or prosperity on.

Well, the reason I brought all of this up is to say that God blessed my husband and I this week. I took my wonderful Honda Odyssey to the shop on Wednesday because our sliding door wasn't shutting properly and the check engine light was on. I also knew that is was time to replace the brakes. The mileage on the van is about 74,000 miles. It is about five years old and has been a very reliable vehicle. We have had absolutely no problems with it. They called me back to tell me that my van's transmission needed to be replaced and they were going to pay for it because the warranty expires at 75,000 miles! Sigh of relief! They are also fixing the door and a couple other things free of charge. Whew! It does bother me somewhat that the transmission would only last five years, but what do I know about the mechanics of a van's transmission. Not much at all!

I truly believe that God blessed us with those fortunate events!

What are your views on this subject?

Besides "Luck Beyond Belief" just doesn't sound good!