Focus on God’s Goodness-Nearness of God

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Focus on God’s Goodness is found in Psalm 75, verse 1.

“We praise you, God, we praise you, for your Name is near; people tell of your wonderful deeds.”

God came near to us when He sent Jesus into the world. He became visible, and people would see clearly. He became touchable and people would be healed of their disease. His voice could be heard, and people would believe Him and be saved from their sins.  He would offer His body as a sacrifice, and God would be approachable.

Hebrews 10:19 invites us to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body.”

The wonderful deeds of the Lord have made it possible for us to have a relationship with God. His love for us draws us near and is strong enough to keep us in His love forever.

The nearness of God reveals the goodness of God and is a reason to give thanks in the Year of Gratitude.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com