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Considering. God’s Goodness. Considering.

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  1. Considering God’s Goodness

  2. Considering "AGATHOS, describes that which, being “good” in its character or constitution, is beneficial in its effect…in a moral sense, frequently of persons and things. God is essentially, absolutely and consummately “good,” (Matthew 19:17; Mark 10:18; Luke 18:19)". (Vine) God’s Goodness

  3. Considering "CHRESTOTES, denotes “goodness” (a) in the sense of what is upright, righteous, Romans 3:12 (translated “good”); (b) in the sense of kindness of heart or act, said of God, Romans 2:4; 11:22; Ephesians 2:7; Titus 3:4… It signifies “not merely goodness as a quality, rather it is goodness in action, goodness expressing itself in deeds.” (Vine) God’s Goodness

  4. Considering AGATHOSUNE, “goodness,” signifies that moral quality which is described by the adjective AGATHOS... Trench, following Jerome, distinguishes between CHRESTOTES and AGATHOSUNE in that the former describes the kindlier aspects of “goodness,” the latter includes also the sterner qualities by which doing “good” to others is not necessarily by gentle means.” (Vine) God’s Goodness

  5. Considering • There is no one who is as God is, wholly good (AGATHOS) (cf. Matt. 19:17, 1 John 1:5). • God's goodness is not in appearance only, but also in action and affect (CHRESTOTES) (James 1:17) • God’s goodness includes tender acts of mercy (CHRESTOTES) (Eph. 2:7) as well as chastening reproofs (AGATHOSUNE) (Heb. 12:5-11). God’s Goodness

  6. Considering • God’s Goodness is demonstrated in the creation order (Psalms 8:1–9) and His continued providential care (Psalm 68:19; Matt. 5:45; Acts 14:17; 17:28). God’s Goodness

  7. Considering • God’s Goodness is demonstrated in the creation order (Psalms 8:1–9) and His continued providential care (Psalm 68:19; Matt. 5:45; Acts 14:17; 17:28). "Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loads us with benefits." Psalm 68:19 "He makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust" Matt. 5:45 "He did not leave Himself without witness, in that He did good, gave us rain from heaven and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness." Acts 14:17 "In Him we live and move and have our being" Acts 17:28. God’s Goodness

  8. Considering • God’s Goodness is demonstrated in the creation order (Psalms 8:1–9) and His continued providential care (Psalm 68:19; Matt. 5:45; Acts 14:17; 17:28). • God’s goodness is demonstrated in His Laws (Romans 7:7-12; 1 John 5:3). • God’s goodness is revealed in the message of salvation (Titus 3:4-7; Rom. 5:6-11; 2 Cor. 5:14-15, 20-21). • God’s goodness is realized in obedience to the Gospel (1 Pet. 1:22-25). God’s Goodness

  9. What Does God’s Goodness • Do you understand by His goodness how much He cares for you? • In light of His goodness, do you desire to draw closer to God? • Why not let the goodness of God move you to repentance? • Believe, repent, confess, and be baptized for the remission of your sins. • Why not obey God and enjoy the benefits of His goodness? Mean To You?

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