We can know God's goodness through His character and the evidence of His blessings in our lives.
The assurance of God's goodness is rooted in His character as revealed in Scripture. In Exodus 34:6, God describes Himself as 'merciful and gracious, long-suffering, and abundant in goodness and truth.' The tangible evidence of this goodness can be seen through the many blessings and grace-filled experiences in a believer's life as highlighted in James 1:17, which states that 'every good gift and every perfect gift is from above.' Furthermore, the ultimate display of God's goodness is found in the redemptive work of Christ, which provides not only salvation but ongoing mercy throughout the believer's life. By reflecting on personal experiences, Scripture, and the community of faith, Christians can affirm God's goodness.
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