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What does good will toward men mean in the Bible?

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Good will toward men signifies God's benevolent purpose to save and bless His chosen people through Christ.

The phrase 'good will toward men' encapsulates God's intention in sending Christ to redeem humanity. It reveals that God's disposition toward His chosen is one of mercy and grace. Ephesians 1:5-6 illustrates that God's good will culminates in predestining His people for adoption through Jesus Christ according to the good pleasure of His will. This demonstrates that the entirety of salvation is grounded in God's initiative rather than human merit. Through Christ, God's good will is realized, offering grace to the undeserving and ensuring the fulfillment of His redemptive plan for all who believe.
Scripture References: Luke 2:14, Ephesians 1:5-6

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