You may have heard the quote, “The greatest trick the Devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn’t exist”(Charles Baudelaire).
Whether that’s true or not, Satan’s fingerprints are visible in the abundance of sin and suffering around us. And while the devil hides in darkness, God often gets the blame.
Isn’t it time we, as God’s people, take back the narrative from Satan and normalize saying, “God is good”? But if we say it, we must be ready to defend it. Thankfully, God has given us plenty of evidence to support that claim.
Let’s look at just a few biblical truths you can keep in your back pocket to remind yourself—and others—of God’s goodness.
1. God Made Everything Good.
The Bible opens with a breathtaking view of creation. Genesis 1 shows us that God is the author of everything around us. And after each day of creation, Scripture repeats variations of the key phrase:
“God saw that it was good”
(Genesis 1:4, 10, 12, 18, 21, 25, 31)
God used His limitless power to craft the world, and He declared it good.
Then In Genesis 2, we zoom in on day six. There’s one thing God says is not good:
“It is not good for the man to be alone…” (Genesis 2:18)
So, what did God do? He created a helper suitable for him—Eve—and brought goodness to what was lacking (Genesis 2:18–25).
From the start, God’s intentions and actions reflect His goodness. Creation wasn’t just functional—it was good.
2. God Gave Commandments for our Good.
At first, “commandments” might not sound good to everyone. But consider what Scripture says in Deuteronomy:
“The Lord commanded us to observe all these statutes… for our good always”
(Deuteronomy 6:24; 10:13)
For evidence of that claim, let’s go back to Genesis 2. Here we see that God gave Adam food, a role, and just one restriction:
Don’t eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil—or you will die (Genesis 2:15–17)
That command wasn’t a burden—it was a protection. Sadly, Adam and Eve gave in to temptation, broke the command, and paid the price (Genesis 3:19; 5:5). Their story shows us that keeping God’s commands could have prevented great suffering.
Later, in Exodus 20, God gave the Israelites the Ten Commandments. While part of the Law of Moses (which included hundreds of specific laws), the Ten Commandments reflect timeless moral standards:
- The first four are about our relationship with God.
- The last six deal with how we treat others.
Now, the first three (or four) of the Ten Commandments are often overlooked or dismissed in modern thinking because they deal directly with our relationship to God. Satan might try to appeal to our selfish desires and get us to say things like, “Why can’t I worship myself or whoever I want?” or “Why can’t I just do what I want?” He might even argue that, unlike the other commandments, these don’t carry obvious, immediate consequences here on earth. But the reality is, we are just like Adam: even if the consequences aren’t instantly visible, they are still very real. God’s commands about worship, reverence, and loyalty to Him are foundational—because when we get our relationship with God right, everything else can fall into place.
Relatedly, some people today see the last six (or seven) commandments as outdated or restrictive. But a closer look shows otherwise:
- “You shall not murder” – prevents bloodshed and loss.
- “You shall not commit adultery” – protects marriages and families.
- “You shall not steal” – defends justice and property.
- “You shall not lie” – builds trust and accountability.
- “You shall not covet” – curbs harmful desires and envy.
Even the command to honor your parents helps families raise responsible, godly children. In additions, God also gave them a day of rest—a blessing in a world that never stops.
God’s laws are not burdens; they are blessings. They teach, guide, and protect.
3. God Sent His Son For Our Good!
Despite the goodness of His commands, we have all fallen short (Romans 3:23). Sin brings painful consequences here on earth—and eternal separation from God.
But God, in His goodness, had a plan from the very beginning. As early as Genesis 3:15, He hinted at the coming of a Savior. Again in Genesis 12:3, He promised blessing through Abraham’s offspring. In fact, prophets throughout the Old Testament foretold the coming of Jesus — the ultimate expression of God’s goodness.
And unlike the empty promises we often hear in the world today, God kept His promise—at great cost—for our good.
“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son…”
(John 3:16)
“God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
(Romans 5:8)
Jesus lived a perfect life, died for our sins, and rose again. Now He sits at God’s right hand, advocating for us (Romans 8:34). Everything God has ever done for mankind is summed up in Christ (Ephesians 1:10).
The offer of eternal life is open to anyone—but it requires a response. Jesus invites us to come to Him (Matthew 11:28), to follow His teachings (Matthew 28:18–20), and to make Him Lord of our lives.
Even when we stumble—and we will—He remains faithful. He offers forgiveness, cleansing, and ongoing advocacy for all who walk with Him.
Are You Living in God’s Goodness?
Satan wants to twist the narrative—to blame God for suffering, to make His commands seem harsh, to cast doubt on His love. But Scripture tells the truth.
God is good. Always has been. Always will be.
He created the world in goodness.
He gave laws to guide us for our good.
He gave His Son to save us—because He is good.
So the question is simple:
Are you ready to benefit from—and share—the goodness of God?
