His Goodness

Review and Herald Publishing Association · Tacoma Park Station, Washington, D. C. · Feb 7, 1907

NOTHING is so winsome as goodness. Some men sneer at goodness. They think it an element of weakness. They sneer at the man who has a reputation for goodness. But they know not what they do. They are like the people who crucified our Lord. Smartness may charm us for a season. Power, statesmanship, scholarship, intelligence, and genius compel our admiration. But they may be, and often are, cold, selfish, and unlovely. Even when found in connection with weakness and ignorance, goodness commands the confidence and respect of sensible men.

But goodness joined with infinite power and wisdom is infinitely lovely. And this is the character of our Heavenly Father. He is all-mighty and all-wise, but his goodness is equal to his power and wisdom. And this goodness he has poured out on you and me. O my soul, what shall I do to repay him for all he has done for me? “What shall I render unto the Lord for all his benefits unto me? I will take the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the Lord. I will pay my vows unto him now in the presence of all his people.” — Selected.