The quest to understand good and evil begins with recognizing the nature of God. True goodness arises from a relationship with Him, while evil originates from a separation from His presence. The teaching from 3 John 11 points to the importance of our actions; those who do good reflect God’s influence, whereas those who indulge in evil have lost sight of Him. For a genuine transformation, we must see God in His true form, beyond mere belief, to truly grasp what goodness entails.

Diminishing God's nature not only complicates our understanding of theological issues but also leads to dishonoring Him, akin to idolatry. By honestly perceiving God, we gain clarity about ourselves and our place in relation to Him. This recognition helps us to embrace goodness while rejecting evil, ultimately allowing a clearer understanding of divine truth in our lives, as outlined in Randy Alcorn's work.