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Tag Archives: fear of the Lord
The Spirit of the Knowledge and Fear of the Lord.
The Hebrew word for knowledge comes from the root word yada. Yada is to know well, to have a close connection, to be intimate friends. It’s a two-way connection—to know and to make oneself known. Psalm 139:1-2 (NIV) You … Continue reading
Posted in Foundation of faith
Tagged fear of the Lord, knowledge, Psalm 139:1-2, Spirit of the Lord
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Fear What?
“We fear men so much, because we fear God so little. One fear cures another. When man’s terror scares you, turn your thoughts to the wrath of God.” William Gurnall (1617-1679) Psalm 27:1 (NIV) The Lord is the stronghold of my … Continue reading
Posted in Advent
Tagged Advent, fear not, fear of the Lord, Psalm 27:1, William Gurnall
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Know Fear
We talk about the patience of Job. Check out Job 38-40. God has some fearsome words for our patient friend: Job 40:7, 9-12 (NIV) “Brace yourself like a man; I will question you, and you shall answer me … Continue reading
No Fear
Do you fear God? Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Wise up! No fear of the Lord = no wisdom.
No Wisdom
I watched the video: folks clapped and cheered as New York’s governor signed a law allowing abortion up to the time of birth. I thought, “There’s no fear of God here.” Proverbs 9:10 (NIV) The fear of the LORD … Continue reading
Posted in Window on our culture
Tagged abortion, fear of the Lord, New York, Proverbs 9:10, Wisdom
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Beyond Contentment
Proverbs 23:17 (MSG) Don’t for a minute envy careless rebels; soak yourself in the Fear-of-God. Not just contented . . . immersed in the wonder and awe of God’s glorious plan.
Posted in Foundation of faith
Tagged contentment, envy, fear of the Lord, Proverbs 23:17
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Simple Fear
Proverbs 9:10 (ERV) Wisdom begins with fear and respect for the Lord. Your attitude sets you on the path to wisdom. Not your reading skills.
Posted in KISS (short & simple)
Tagged fear of the Lord, K.I.S.S., Keep it short and simple
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Believe in Fear
I mentioned “the fear of the Lord.” My friend responded, “God doesn’t want us to fear him. God is love.” I answered, “It’s in the Bible. Both. Fear and love.” Lord God, you are more than I can understand. … Continue reading
Glorious Fear
So you think there’s no need to fear God? Maybe that’s what Moses thought when he asked God to show him his glory. God said, “Yes . . . but.” Exodus 33:20-23 (MSG) “But you may not see my … Continue reading
Posted in Foundation of faith
Tagged Exodus 33:20-23, fear of the Lord, God's glory
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Amazing Fear
If you don’t understand how fearsome God is, you can’t appreciate how much Christ has done for us. “’Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, And grace my fears relieved.” John Newton, 1773 Amazing Grace
Posted in Door of opportunity\, other
Tagged Amazing Grace, fear of the Lord, John Newton
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