God's “Good Man”
Categories: Church of Christ Bulletin Articles
From a study of God’s word, we know the characteristics of a godly woman (Proverbs 31:10-31), but have we ever thought about the characteristics of a godly man?
We can see the characteristics of God’s “Good Man” (Psalm 112:5) in Psalm 112. I have included Adam Clarke‘s commentary, but the godly characteristics should be self-explanatory:
1 “Praise the Lord!
Blessed is the man who fears the Lord,
Who delights greatly in His commandments.
2 His descendants will be mighty on earth;
The generation of the upright will be blessed.
3 Wealth and riches will be in his house,
And his righteousness endures forever.
4 Unto the upright there arises light in the darkness;
He is gracious, full of compassion, and righteous.
5 A good man deals graciously and lends;
He will guide his affairs with discretion.
6 Surely he will never be shaken;
The righteous will be in everlasting remembrance.
7 He will not be afraid of evil tidings;
His heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord.
8 His heart is established; he will not be afraid;
Until he sees his desire upon his enemies.
9 He has dispersed abroad; He has given to the poor;
His righteousness endures forever;
His horn will be exalted with honor.
10 The wicked will see it and be grieved,
He will gnash his teeth and melt away;
The desire of the wicked shall perish.”