How do we know God is always good?

God's goodness is a fundamental attribute that is reflected throughout Scripture. In Romans 8:28, we are assured that all things work together for good for those who love God, showing that even our trials, pain, and tragedies serve His good purposes. As Norm Wells emphasized in his sermon, the incident of Stephen's death was a tragedy, yet it facilitated the spread of the gospel and ultimately served to benefit the church. This illustrates that God's goodness never fails, as He uses all events—good or bad—to accomplish His divine will.