"The effects of the light are seen in complete goodness, and right living, and
truth" (Ephesians 5:9)
God is good - we sing and shout it!
Goodness is a moral attribute. But we must always remember that our morals come from God. He is the reference point for all morals - a final standard. We are made in His image, and are therefore, hard-wired to know what is good, or bad, right or wrong.
This is not about God's holiness - which is about his otherness. Holiness is purity from sin, and being separated from sin. In addition, holiness is about being devoted to God's honour.
Goodness is both part of God's nature and his actions. The spirit comes that we might more ably live lives in reference to God's goodness. The Spirit acts to cleanse our consciences and develop in us a deep sense of right and wrong.
"When we evaluate things in the way God created us to evaluate them, we will also approve what God approves and delight in things which he delights"
So...let us think briefly on where we struggle in this area.
Are we involved in anything that hinders growth in goodness becuase it makes it difficult to be separated from sin and devoted to God?
Am I actively invovled in anything I know is wrong?
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