Reflections on the Goodness of God
It is such a comfort to know that God is a Being of perfect goodness. Reflect on these aspects of his goodness.
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It is such a comfort to know that God is a Being of perfect goodness. Reflect on these aspects of his goodness.
The prophet Hosea described ancient Israel’s goodness as like the morning dew. What did he mean by this strange analogy?
Some have suggested that certain accounts within the Old Testament appear to depict God not as holy, kind, good, and merciful, but instead as unjust, mean, vengeful, and unmerciful. How can God be called “good” in light of such events?
Every Old Testament book, to some extent, focuses upon the coming of Christ. This is no less true of the book of Hosea.
If we would emulate our God, we will cultivate kindness. This one moral attribute can work wonders on both friends and enemies.
In our modern world of politically-correct religiosity, the concept known as universalism (the idea that ultimately all people will be saved) appears to be gaining some momentum. But the fact is, this dogma has no basis in Scripture, and logically it is irrational.
Part 1 in a two-part series on Bertrand Russell’s reasons why he rejected Christianity
Is the doctrine of eternal punishment in hell consistent with the idea of a good and loving God?
What does the Bible mean when it suggests that God may “send a strong delusion” to some people (2 Thes. 2:11)? Would the “God of truth” actually “send” a lie? Too, is it possible for a person to harden his heart to the extent that he is beyond the hope of salvation?
In the 14th chapter of the book of Revelation, John the apostle records a vision of several angels, who bring messages from God. This article addresses one of those messages.
Sometimes well-meaning writers attribute to Christ incorrect attitudes or actions. We must be careful not to do that. Let us look carefully at this important issue.
“Determinism” is a popular dogma — both in the skeptical community and in the religious environment. It has no support in either logic or scripture. Study this topic with us.
Part two in a two-part series on Bertrand Russell’s reasons why he rejected Christianity
Some claim that Jesus, in his conversation with the rich, young ruler (Mk. 10:17-18), denied that he possessed the nature of deity. What is the truth of this matter? Study this controversial passage with us.
Not infrequently one is shocked when he hears of a good person who has done a very bad thing? How are such tragedies to be explained?
By what standard should one evaluate a political leader? Does the Bible shed any light on this question?
The Bible refers to God as a “Father” in several different senses. Many sincere people are confused about this. One may believe that he is a “child of God”; and he is in one sense, but may not be in another—the most important. It is crucial that we understand this issue.
In that delightful twenty-third Psalm, the writer (most likely David) depicts the lavish blessings bestowed by God. Surely the devout child of God today can echo those sentiments in his own life.
The matter of “stewardship” is a vital biblical concept. The following study in contrast is one that challenges the sincere child of God.
Can God be known from nature? Or are the Scriptures required for a fuller knowledge of the Creator? This article explores these questions.