Fear the Lord

The fear of the Lord is the instruction of wisdom, and before honor is humility.  (Proverbs 15:33)

 

The only good fear in the Bible is "the fear of the Lord." This fear is the acknowledgment of a holy, omnipotent, omniscient, and immutable God — and giving homage, honor and worship to Him. This is a righteous and healthy fear by which we walk in obedience to every word the Lord speaks, being deathly afraid of the consequences of sin and falling short of His glorious expectation. Remember, "It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God." (Hebrews 10:31)

 

In the Kingdom of God, patience and humility are of the greatest value. Once we bow our hearts before the Lord, He can draw near to us in ways He never could before. Our Father is building godly character in us, and that can only be brought forth through seasons of quietness, faithfulness, and abiding in His goodness. That is where patience has its perfect work in us and where we receive the instruction of wisdom. That is where we learn the fear of the Lord.

Let’s Pray – Dear Lord, I will walk humbly and in the fear of the Lord all the days of my life. Help me by Your Spirit, and I will respect and honor You in all my words and deeds. Amen.