Posts with the tag “goodness”

“But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. He paid the fare and went down into it to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the Lord.” - Jonah 1:3    Jonah was a devoted servant of God, yet when faced with a divine calling that took him out of his comfort zone, he made a choice that many of us can relate...  Read More

“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” - John 10:11   When you think of the word “good,” what comes to mind? Maybe it’s a movie you enjoyed or a meal you found satisfying. We use the word a lot in our everyday language, "good" often means something that’s okay, pleasant, or just acceptable. But when Jesus calls Himself the “Good Shepherd,” He means something ...  Read More

“I say, then, walk by the Spirit and you will certainly not carry out the desire of the flesh.” - Galatians 5:16   In Galatians chapter 5, Paul draws a sharp contrast between two kinds of lives—those driven by the works of the flesh and those characterized by the fruit of the Spirit. He’s not merely presenting two sets of behaviors, he’s describing two entirely different ways of living, each leadi...  Read More

“Jesus replied, ‘Truly I tell you, unless someone is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.’” - John 3:3   Do you realize that your salvation involves more than just a ticket to Heaven? Many of us grew up with the belief that once we invited Jesus into our hearts, our main reward was the promise of eternal life.  While that’s true, there’s so much more to it. In God’s view, eternal life sta...  Read More

“Indeed, your judgments are good.” - Psalm 119:39   When you look at your life, how do you measure what is good? Is it by personal success, comfort, or maybe by how things appear on the surface? It's easy to rely on our own standards or the opinions of those around us. However, Psalm 119:39 offers a powerful reminder that God's judgments are what truly define goodness. It says, “Indeed, your judgm...  Read More

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” In the vast canvas of life, the words of Romans 8:28 paint a portrait of hope and promise, unveiling a truth reserved for those who have chosen to love God. It’s not a generic assurance for all, but a specific pledge for those whose hearts are entwined with ...  Read More