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29. God Is Not Nice. God Is Kind.
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- Become New with John Ortberg
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- Jun 11, 2026
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- 802
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Summary
What is the difference between being nice and being kind? In this reflection on Psalm 138, John Ortberg explores one of the most beautiful biblical ideas: God's loving kindness. Why does Scripture constantly praise God for His kindness but never describe Him as "nice"? What is the difference? And how might understanding God's kindness transform the way we live? This episode explores: - Psalm 138 and God's loving kindness - The Hebrew idea of hesed - Niceness versus kindness - Compassion, c...