Ch 10 - The Goodness of God Flashcards
What are the attributes of God that reflect his moral purity, integrity, and love?
The attributes include moral purity (holiness, righteousness, justice), integrity (genuineness, veracity, faithfulness), and love (benevolence, grace, mercy, persistence).
How do the moral qualities of God relate to each other?
The moral qualities of God exist in harmony with each other, despite sometimes being viewed as conflicting.
What is the relationship between God’s love and justice?
God’s love and justice are in harmony with each other, contrary to the belief that they may conflict.
What should be fostered to increase trust in God?
Understanding that leads to increased trust, love, and commitment toward a benevolent and loving God.
How is the goodness of God demonstrated?
The goodness of God is demonstrated in his moral attributes of purity and integrity, and in the complex characteristics identified as his love.
