King James Bible
"Nevertheless he left not himself without witness, in that he did good, and gave us rain from heaven, and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness."
Paul argues that even among Gentiles who lack special revelation, God has provided evidence of his existence and character. This natural revelation serves as a universal testimony accessible to all peoples, countering any claim that God is unknowable. God's witness consists of his providential care through the natural order—specifically the agricultural cycle that sustains human life. To Paul's pagan audience in Lystra, who attributed such blessings to Zeus and Hermes, this redirects gratitude to the true Creator. The divine provision goes beyond mere physical sustenance to include emotional well-being and joy. This phrase emphasizes that God's goodness touches the whole person, making his benevolent nature evident through the common experiences of satisfaction and happiness.