This morning our devotion is fixed in the midst of this verse. Paul urged the Philippians, “if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” There is no better object of our thoughts than the excellencies of Jehovah. Our verse is plain, “for He is good.” We find here a succinct statement. There is no need of brilliant defense and no apology is made. No evidence is needed for support.
Like tempests down over the soul!
You must keep in mind that your condition does not affect God. You may tread a darksome path at this very hour. Clouds may obscure the brightness of the day. Yet the sun is not changed for your inability to see it. Our God is still above all, high in the heavens. Remember that Lazarus did receive evil things in his lifetime, but now he is comforted. The fashion of this world shall pass away, but “His mercy endureth forever.” If the flesh has been pulled over your eyes and the goodness of God is obscured; fly to the streams of His mercy and draw a fresh supply of mercy and grace. As you arise to the day’s occupation, one to the work of the house, one to tend to the children, one to the shop, one to the market, one to the employment, and another to the business, give thanks unto the Lord and sanctify the day’s business to Him. “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him” (Co 3:17).
If we could but keep the thoughts of His goodness with us daily, then praise would be on our lips. How tame and ruly would our tongues be if employed in prayer and praise to God. Do not be downcast this morning. Look up, “for He is good.” Amen.