Horror Stories

Many people today indulge in fear for entertainment—horror movies, scary stories, and imaginary threats. But this craving for false fear often masks a deeper issue: a refusal to face real fear—the fear of the Lord. Scripture says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (Prov. 1:7). Healthy fear keeps us grounded in reality and warns us of danger. But fearing monsters instead of God shows a rejection of wisdom. Fools avoid real accountability by choosing fake fears they can escape. But the fear of God confronts us with our sin—and calls us to repentance, truth, and life. What kind of fear shapes your life?