Description
"The Fear of the Lord" is a phrase which has been uttered from the lips of Pastors, Evangelists, and Theologians alike. Though it may seem like a foreign concept to some readers, mostly due to the fact more people are refraining from doing so sadly, It is important not to ignore such a phrase for The Bible mentions it multiple times. Multiple times, the Bible urges people to "fear The Lord" and talks about such fear to be a provider of blessings like wisdom and protection. When the Bible talks of "the fear of The Lord" it is not a paralyzing fear like one who is face to face with a grizzly bear, but it is a mind set which shows great concern and consideration for God and his Word like one who has great respect for their mother and father. Some people have said in recent times: "We need to fear The Lord again", and after compiling this verse set I agree!
"Christian, let God's distinguishing love to you be a motive to you to fear Him greatly. He has put His fear in your heart, and may not have given that blessing to your neighbor, perhaps not to your husband, your wife, your child, or your parent. Oh, what an obligation should this thought lay upon your heart to greatly fear the Lord! Remember also that this fear of the Lord is His treasure, a choice jewel, given only to favorites, and to those who are greatly beloved."
—John Bunyan
Verses
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1 Samuel 12:24: However, fear the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart. Just look at the great things he has done for you!
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Psalm 19:9: The commands to fear the LORD are right and endure forever. The judgments given by the LORD are trustworthy and absolutely just.
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2 Chronicles 19:7: Respect the LORD and make careful decisions, for the LORD our God disapproves of injustice, partiality, and bribery."
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Psalm 111:10: To obey the LORD is the fundamental principle for wise living; all who carry out his precepts acquire good moral insight. He will receive praise forever.
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Deuteronomy 6:2: and that you may so revere the LORD your God that you will keep all his statutes and commandments that I am giving you - you, your children, and your grandchildren - all your lives, to prolong your days.
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Proverbs 10:27: Fearing the LORD prolongs life, but the life span of the wicked will be shortened.
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Proverbs 8:13: The fear of the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride and the evil way and perverse utterances.
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Proverbs 2:3-6: indeed, if you call out for discernment - raise your voice for understanding - if you seek it like silver, and search for it like hidden treasure, then you will understand how to fear the Lord, and you will discover knowledge about God. For the LORD gives wisdom, and from his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.
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Job 28:28: And he said to mankind, 'The fear of the LORD - that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.'"
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Proverbs 1:7: Fearing the LORD is the beginning of moral knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
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Proverbs 15:32-33: The one who refuses correction despises himself, but whoever hears reproof acquires understanding. The fear of the LORD provides wise instruction, and before honor comes humility.
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Proverbs 16:6-8: Through loyal love and truth iniquity is appeased; through fearing the LORD one avoids evil. When a person's ways are pleasing to the LORD, he even reconciles his enemies to himself. Better to have a little with righteousness than to have abundant income without justice.
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Proverbs 15:16: Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great wealth and turmoil with it.
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Isaiah 2:10: Go up into the rocky cliffs, hide in the ground. Get away from the dreadful judgment of the LORD, from his royal splendor!
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Proverbs 14:26-27: In the fear of the LORD one has strong confidence, and it will be a refuge for his children. The fear of the LORD is like a life-giving fountain, to turn people from deadly snares.
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Psalm 115:11: You loyal followers of the LORD, trust in the LORD! He is their deliverer and protector.
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Psalm 115:13: He will bless his loyal followers, both young and old.
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Psalm 34:8-9: Taste and see that the LORD is good! How blessed is the one who takes shelter in him! Remain loyal to the LORD, you chosen people of his, for his loyal followers lack nothing!
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Isaiah 33:5-6: The LORD is exalted, indeed, he lives in heaven; he fills Zion with justice and fairness. He is your constant source of stability; he abundantly provides safety and great wisdom; he gives all this to those who fear him.
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Proverbs 23:17-18: Do not let your heart envy sinners, but rather be zealous in fearing the LORD all the time. For surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off.
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Luke 12:4-5: "I tell you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body, and after that have nothing more they can do. But I will warn you whom you should fear: Fear the one who, after the killing, has authority to throw you into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear him!
Text used with permission – http://bible.org/
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Created on Mar 13, 2014.
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