The Attributes of God

Goodness of God

1. Understanding the Nature of God's Goodness
- God's Goodness is Inherent: God's goodness is not just an attribute but His very nature. For the LORD is good; His loving
devotion endures forever, His faithfulness continues to all generations (Psalm 100:5).
- God's Goodness is Unchanging: Unlike human goodness, God's goodness is constant. Every good and perfect gift is from
above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows (James 1:17).
- God's Goodness is Evident in Creation: The beauty and order of creation reflect God's goodness. God saw all that He had
made, and it was very good (Genesis 1:31).

Questions:
1. How does understanding God's inherent goodness affect your view of His actions in the world?
2. In what ways can you see the unchanging nature of God's goodness in your life?
3. How does the goodness of creation inspire you to worship God?

2. Experiencing God's Goodness in Our Lives
- God's Goodness in Provision: God provides for our needs as an expression of His goodness. And my God will supply all your
needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19).
- God's Goodness in Guidance: He leads us in paths of righteousness. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of
righteousness for the sake of His name (Psalm 23:3).
- God's Goodness in Protection: God's goodness is a shield for those who trust in Him. Taste and see that the LORD is good;
blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him (Psalm 34:8).

Questions:
1. How have you experienced God's provision in your life recently?
2. In what ways has God guided you through difficult decisions?
3. How can you take refuge in God's goodness during times of trouble?

3. Responding to God's Goodness
- Gratitude for God's Goodness: Our response should be one of thankfulness. Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His
loving devotion endures forever (1 Chronicles 16:34).
- Reflecting God's Goodness: We are called to mirror God's goodness in our actions. Let your light shine before men, that
they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven (Matthew 5:16).
- Trusting in God's Goodness: Even in trials, we trust in His goodness. And we know that God works all things together for the
good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28).

Questions:
1. How can you cultivate a heart of gratitude for God's goodness?
2. What are some practical ways you can reflect God's goodness to others?
3. How does trusting in God's goodness change your perspective on challenges?

4. The Goodness of God in Salvation
- God's Goodness in Redemption: Salvation is the ultimate expression of God's goodness. For God so loved the world that
He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life (John 3:16).
- God's Goodness in Forgiveness: His goodness is shown in His willingness to forgive. If we confess our sins, He is faithful
and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).
- God's Goodness in Eternal Life: The promise of eternal life is a testament to His goodness. And this is the promise that He
Himself made to us: eternal life (1 John 2:25).

Questions:
1. How does the goodness of God in salvation impact your daily life?
2. In what ways can you share the message of God's goodness and salvation with others?
3. How does the promise of eternal life influence your current priorities?

5. The Goodness of God in Community
- God's Goodness in Fellowship: The church is a community where God's goodness is shared. And let us consider how to
spur one another on to love and good deeds (Hebrews 10:24).
- God's Goodness in Service: Serving others is a way to express God's goodness. For we are God’s workmanship, created in
Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life (Ephesians 2:10).
- God's Goodness in Unity: Unity in the body of Christ reflects His goodness. How good and pleasant it is when brothers live
together in harmony! (Psalm 133:1).

Questions:
1. How can you contribute to fostering a sense of God's goodness in your community?
2. What are some ways you can serve others to demonstrate God's goodness?
3. How does unity within the church reflect the goodness of God to the world?

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