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God's Goodness
Text References: “Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.” (Psalm 106:1, NKJV)
Written by Minister Ivu Boniface
I. God’s Goodness
Definition: God is the final standard of what is good; all He is and does is worthy of approval.
Key Scriptures About God’s Goodness: Luke 18:19; Ps. 100:5; Ps. 34:8; Gen. 1:31; Ps. 119:68; James 1:17; Ps. 84:11; Rom. 8:28, 32; Heb. 12:10.
Discussion Points:
- God defines goodness by His own character.
- Every good gift comes from Him.
- Even His discipline is for our benefit.
Application: Believers should imitate God’s goodness by doing good to all (Gal. 6:10) and seeking Him as the ultimate good (Ps. 73:25–26).
II. God’s Love
Definition: God eternally gives of Himself to bring blessing to others.
Key Scriptures: 1 John 4:8; John 17:24; John 3:16; Rom. 5:8; Gal. 2:20; Matt. 22:37–38; 1 John 5:3; John 13:35; Matt. 5:43–48.
Discussion Points:
- Love existed within the Trinity before creation.
- God’s love is shown in Christ’s sacrificial death.
- Loving God means obeying Him and loving others.
Application: Demonstrate God’s love through practical acts of kindness, including toward enemies.
III. God’s Mercy
Definition: God’s goodness toward those in misery and distress.
Key Scriptures: Ex. 34:6; Ps. 103:8; 2 Sam. 24:14; Matt. 9:27; Heb. 4:16; Matt. 5:7.
Discussion Points:
- Mercy meets people at their point of need.
- God invites us to come boldly for mercy.
Application: Practice mercy toward those in trouble.
IV. God’s Grace
Definition: God’s goodness toward those who deserve punishment, given freely.
Key Scriptures: Rom. 3:23–24; Rom. 11:6; Rom. 4:16; 1 Cor. 15:10.
Discussion Points:
- Grace cannot be earned; it is a gift.
- Grace covers salvation and Christian living.
Application: Depend on God’s grace daily, avoiding self-reliance.
V. God’s Patience
Definition: God’s goodness in delaying judgment to give room for repentance.
Key Scriptures: Num. 14:18; Rom. 2:4; 1 Tim. 1:16; James 5:8; Gal. 5:22.
Discussion Points:
- God is “slow to anger” for our benefit.
- Patience is rooted in trust in God’s timing.
Application: Be patient with people and situations, trusting God’s promises.
Conclusion: God’s goodness embraces His love, mercy, grace, and patience. These attributes are not just theological concepts but practical qualities for believers to imitate (Eph. 4:2; Col. 3:12).
