What does the Bible say about why God is good to some people?

The question of 'why me, Lord?' often arises from a misunderstanding of the gospel. People might attempt to identify something within themselves that could justify God’s favor. However, Romans 10:3 informs us that those who strive to earn righteousness through their works fail to recognize the righteousness that comes from God. Our good deeds do not provide any reason for God to be good to us because, scripturally, all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags (Isaiah 64:6). Therefore, there is no legitimate basis for one person being favored over another; the grace of God is entirely unmerited.