God's "Good Man"

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.”

—Mike Riley, Gospel Snippets