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Goodness Abounds

    In a world filled with evil, I have found that many people blame God for their problems. They question, "Why would you do this to me, God?," as if He were inflicting pain and hardship on them as punishment. This is not the case. Satan coexists with man on earth, and spends his time here trying to sabotage what God intended for good. Yes, there are consequences for our sins, but Satan is the ultimate author of despair and darkness. However, Jesus is responsible for everything good and perfect in the world. God is good all the time and all the blessings and joy in our lives come from Him. His goodness never fails even though we are undeserving. Focus not on evil, but on His Heavenly gifts, and always remain thankful for what you've been given.

Romans 8:28 And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. (ESV)

 James 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. (ESV)

 Psalm 84:11 For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor. No good thing does he withhold from those who walk uprightly. (ESV)

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