GOD’S GREATNESS AND OUR HUMAN NEED
Eph 3:14-17 When you think of God’s greatness or goodness…… What comes to mind? We sing about it and we say it often. But do we fully understand this attribute of God? Before we get into what Paul wants us to know this morning let’s take a few minutes to talk about the goodness of God. The Bible defines God's goodness in two ways. One has to do with His character ; the other focuses on His actions . The goodness of God also refers to His perfections and His nature. “God is light and in Him is no darkness at all.” 1 John 1:5 Its part of God’s eternal character “The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in him.” Nahum 1:7. God’s goodness is declared to be universal “The LORD is good to all, and his mercy is over all that he has made” Psalm 145:9. God’s goodness is manifested in His people “Oh, how abundant is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you and worked for those who take refuge in you, in