"Blessed Is the Man Who Fears the Lord" (Part 1)

Fr. Matthias Shehad begins a new series exploring the meaning of the fear of the Lord. He clarifies that fearing God is not about terror but reverence, respect, and a relationship rooted in love. Drawing on the teachings of early Church scholar Tertullian, Fr. Matthias outlines characteristics of fearing God, such as seriousness, diligence, self-examination, repentance, and carefulness in daily life. He emphasizes the importance of living intentionally in faith—through consistent Bible reading, prayer, and aligning one’s life with God’s standards. Using examples from Scripture, including King David and King Saul, Fr. Matthias illustrates how true seriousness in faith involves recognizing sin, responding with repentance, and striving for growth. This teaching highlights how fear of the Lord leads to communion with God and a purposeful spiritual life.