The Goodness of God

Have you ever wondered what the good, perfect, and acceptable will of God actually looks like?  

If I were asked to list the moments that revealed God's goodness to me, I’d probably write down all the times I felt joyful, peaceful, and happy — and confidently say, “That’s the goodness of God.”

But while praying this morning, I kept declaring, “Lord, thank You for being so good to me.”

At first, I didn’t really feel it. I had already whispered those familiar words we often say when we feel like God didn’t show up — the questions of doubt, the outbursts of frustration.

And yet, the goodness of God isn’t just found in the moments when things feel “good.” It’s also present in the times when we don’t feel like anything is good.  

Yes, the Bible says “All things work together for good…”(Romans 8:28), and because of that, I can choose to believe that God is working in me, through me, and for me — to lead me to His good.

God isn’t just good. He is Good — the very personification of goodness.  

So we don’t judge what’s “good” by the world’s standards but by Tov— the divine, God-defined goodness.

Has God been good to you?

 You may want to answer “Yes” in a religious reflex. But do you truly feel it? Or lately, has it seemed like you don’t see it?

Still, beloved, you can declare it — not because of what you feel, but because of Who He is: God is good.  

Say it until your spirit, soul, and body believe it.

God is good. I know it.

Stay Revived!