God does not determine right and wrong

[Chad32]

...But I guess that's my enlightened slant, huh?

What is this god's nature supposed to even be, exactly? And how would you tell it's not only good, but it has to be good by definition? Because taken at face value, there are a large number of events in the bible that most people would see as evil. At least those with a skeptical slant.

They're really good questions, because we can't always afford to rely on first impressions.
I have to examine and question my own perceptions. But as you said, you can only go by what you are picking up on, and if further evidence is presented, then we can continue with that.

God doesn't expect "enlightenment," as some people rave on about, but progress. Jesus said "If you CONTINUE in my word, you are my disciples." If you keep adding to your knowledge, which is only a fair thing for all.

yes, continued obedience is about the only thing this god, or more specifically the people in power speaking for him, want from the general public. We definitely get that.