The Scriptures describe several marks of a good man. What makes a man g o o d ? The Scriptures describe several marks of a good man.

A good man… walks in God’s ways relies on God’s favor cares about the welfare of others speaks the truth in love

A Good Man Follows God’s Way “The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way.” (Psalm 37:23)

A Good Man is Charitable “A good man deals graciously and lends; He will guide his affairs with discretion.” (Psalm 112:5)

A Good Man Obtains Favor from God “A good man obtains favor from the LORD, but a man of wicked intentions He will condemn.” (Proverbs 12:2)

A Good Man Speaks Good Things “A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil. For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.” (Luke 6:45)

While the Bible identifies a good man by certain marks of character, it is a man’s reliance upon God that makes him good. “O my soul, you have said to the LORD, ‘You are my Lord, My goodness is nothing apart from You.’” (Psalm 16:2)