good word

noun3

1. •
   Positive recommendation.

   • My grandfather mentioned the problem to Lord Fermoy, whom he knew through the British Legion. and Lord Fermoy said he would put in a good word. — 2011
2. •
   News, recent events, especially of a positive nature

   • "Hello, Worth: What's the good word?” “I have some news for you, but I'm afraid its not 'the good word' as you say.” “OK, What's the bad news?" — 2001
3. •
   A holy promise or teaching.

   • God's good word, both law and gospel, is your bulwark, your defense against bad theology and techniques of spirituality that make you anxious. — 2010