[We have] everything we need … through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.
2 Peter 1:3
Thought of The Day...
At first glance, we might think Paul didn’t need to include goodness in his description of the fruit of the Spirit. Goodness can seem to be a catch-all that absorbs every other virtue into itself. Kindness is good, patience is good, love is good. What is it about goodness that distinguishes it from any other virtues?
Notice how often we hear the word “good.” People talk about having a good day, reading a good book, or eating a good meal. Sometimes, the word good is even used to describe things that are not good for you. A man talks about smoking a good cigar, and hockey players who pummel each other with their fists talk about having a good fight.
What one person considers good, someone else may think is hardly good at all. That’s because our concept of goodness is corrupted by sin. We are not always able to recognize true goodness when we see it. It also means we are victimized by the craftiness of the evil one more often than we realize, since he revels in giving something sinful the appearance of something good (see 2 Corinthians 11:14).
Only the glory of God can help us. God’s glory illuminates foolish minds and enlightens hearts darkened by sin. If true goodness is what you desire, “taste and see that the LORD is good” (Psalm 34:8).
Prayer...
Holy God and Father, we come before you with humble hearts, thanking you for the power of your goodness. Your grace and mercy guide us in discerning what is right and wrong. We know that without your guidance, we can easily be led astray.
Lord, we ask for your continued strength and power to resist temptation and choose what is good and just. Help us to be filled with your glory and reflect your love and goodness to others. We trust in your faithfulness to keep us on the path of righteousness.
We thank you for the book of 2 Peter, which reminds us that through your divine power, we have everything we need for life and godliness. May we continually seek to grow in knowledge and understanding of you and your Word.
We pray that your Spirit will guide us as we walk in your ways. Give us wisdom to make wise choices and courage to stand for what is true and honorable. May our lives bring glory to your name and be a testament to your power and goodness.
In the name of Jesus, who died and rose again to give us new life, we pray. Amen.
2 Peter 1:3
Thought of The Day...
At first glance, we might think Paul didn’t need to include goodness in his description of the fruit of the Spirit. Goodness can seem to be a catch-all that absorbs every other virtue into itself. Kindness is good, patience is good, love is good. What is it about goodness that distinguishes it from any other virtues?
Notice how often we hear the word “good.” People talk about having a good day, reading a good book, or eating a good meal. Sometimes, the word good is even used to describe things that are not good for you. A man talks about smoking a good cigar, and hockey players who pummel each other with their fists talk about having a good fight.
What one person considers good, someone else may think is hardly good at all. That’s because our concept of goodness is corrupted by sin. We are not always able to recognize true goodness when we see it. It also means we are victimized by the craftiness of the evil one more often than we realize, since he revels in giving something sinful the appearance of something good (see 2 Corinthians 11:14).
Only the glory of God can help us. God’s glory illuminates foolish minds and enlightens hearts darkened by sin. If true goodness is what you desire, “taste and see that the LORD is good” (Psalm 34:8).
Prayer...
Holy God and Father, we come before you with humble hearts, thanking you for the power of your goodness. Your grace and mercy guide us in discerning what is right and wrong. We know that without your guidance, we can easily be led astray.
Lord, we ask for your continued strength and power to resist temptation and choose what is good and just. Help us to be filled with your glory and reflect your love and goodness to others. We trust in your faithfulness to keep us on the path of righteousness.
We thank you for the book of 2 Peter, which reminds us that through your divine power, we have everything we need for life and godliness. May we continually seek to grow in knowledge and understanding of you and your Word.
We pray that your Spirit will guide us as we walk in your ways. Give us wisdom to make wise choices and courage to stand for what is true and honorable. May our lives bring glory to your name and be a testament to your power and goodness.
In the name of Jesus, who died and rose again to give us new life, we pray. Amen.
[We have] everything we need … through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.
2 Peter 1:3
Thought of The Day...
At first glance, we might think Paul didn’t need to include goodness in his description of the fruit of the Spirit. Goodness can seem to be a catch-all that absorbs every other virtue into itself. Kindness is good, patience is good, love is good. What is it about goodness that distinguishes it from any other virtues?
Notice how often we hear the word “good.” People talk about having a good day, reading a good book, or eating a good meal. Sometimes, the word good is even used to describe things that are not good for you. A man talks about smoking a good cigar, and hockey players who pummel each other with their fists talk about having a good fight.
What one person considers good, someone else may think is hardly good at all. That’s because our concept of goodness is corrupted by sin. We are not always able to recognize true goodness when we see it. It also means we are victimized by the craftiness of the evil one more often than we realize, since he revels in giving something sinful the appearance of something good (see 2 Corinthians 11:14).
Only the glory of God can help us. God’s glory illuminates foolish minds and enlightens hearts darkened by sin. If true goodness is what you desire, “taste and see that the LORD is good” (Psalm 34:8).
Prayer...
Holy God and Father, we come before you with humble hearts, thanking you for the power of your goodness. Your grace and mercy guide us in discerning what is right and wrong. We know that without your guidance, we can easily be led astray.
Lord, we ask for your continued strength and power to resist temptation and choose what is good and just. Help us to be filled with your glory and reflect your love and goodness to others. We trust in your faithfulness to keep us on the path of righteousness.
We thank you for the book of 2 Peter, which reminds us that through your divine power, we have everything we need for life and godliness. May we continually seek to grow in knowledge and understanding of you and your Word.
We pray that your Spirit will guide us as we walk in your ways. Give us wisdom to make wise choices and courage to stand for what is true and honorable. May our lives bring glory to your name and be a testament to your power and goodness.
In the name of Jesus, who died and rose again to give us new life, we pray. Amen.
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