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Why does David call God his goodness?

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David calls God his goodness because all that is good in us comes from Him.

In the Psalms, when David refers to God as his goodness, he is acknowledging that both his character and the goodness he receives are derived from God alone. Romans 7:18 encapsulates this, stating, 'For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) dwelleth no good thing.' This conveys the idea that any goodness we possess or display is attributed to God's grace, not our own merit. Understanding God as our goodness reminds us that we rely on His righteousness and holiness, not our flawed efforts, thus reinforcing the truth of our identity in Christ.
Scripture References: Romans 7:18, Psalm 144:2

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