“For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations” (Psalm 100:5).

We can easily praise God when things are going our way. Life is good when jobs are steady, kids are healthy, and our dogs greet us at the door every day after work. It can be more difficult to praise God when we go through hard times, but in those times it is even more important to remember one fundamental truth: God is good all the time. The goodness of God is immeasurable! He is our Heavenly Father, our Counselor, and Friend.

No matter what is happening around us, we know God’s goodness is ever-present. He is a beacon of hope to those who trust Him. “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him” (Psalm 34:8). Whatever we need, God supplies. The Israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years and He provided for them at every turn. He will provide for us too. “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19). In the same way God is good to us, we must be good to others and let His glory shine on those around us.

Guiding Points:

Call to Action: Take a moment to consider how God has blessed you. In what ways can you be a blessing to others? Pray with us today and read these scriptures about God’s goodness.

“The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him” (Nahum 1:7).

“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9).

“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows” (James 1:17).

Prayer: Our Heavenly Father, we come before You today with a heart of thanksgiving for all You have done for us! You are a mighty God and a wonderful Friend to us always. We ask that You to open our eyes to those around us to see how we can be a blessing to other people. We are willing vessels and want to be used by You for good in this world. Help us to be more like You in all we do. In Your precious name, we pray, Amen!

Final Thought: “You can search the whole world over, no greater friend you’ll find. He’s not just good once in a while; He’s good all the time” (Gaither Vocal Band).