Fear of the Lord?
Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.”
The website biblestudytools.com explains that the word “fear,” in this context, implies respect. Believers respect God so much they will do what they can to avoid sin, humbly worship, and approach God with awe and reverence.
Psalm 111:10 (ESV) tells us the practice of wisdom will lead to good understanding.
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;
all those who practice it have a good understanding.
His praise endures forever!”
A note in the English Standard Version of the Bible explains the word “understanding” means, “Sound insight into God’s moral order for the world.”
God is not some impersonal God who wants us to cower in his presence. Rather, he is worthy of praise. Learn more about what it means to have a personal relationship with God by reading the Four Spiritual Laws:
http://www.4laws.com/laws/englishkgp/default.htm.
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