The Fear of the Lord: Reverent Trust That Shapes the Christian Life

What does it mean to fear the Lord—and why does it matter for the Christian life? In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins explains the biblical meaning of the fear of God. Contrary to common misunderstanding, the fear of the Lord is not terror that drives us away from God, but reverent trust that draws us near. Scripture teaches that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, the foundation of worship, and the pathway to joyful obedience. Drawing from passages such as Psalm 111:10, Proverbs 1:7, Hebrews 12:28–29, and Acts 9:31, this teaching shows how fearing God rightly shapes everyday Christian living—how we read Scripture, pray, fight sin, endure trials, worship, and live with confidence in God's unshakable kingdom. This episode also addresses how the fear of the Lord frees believers from the fear of man and produces wisdom, stability, and joy rooted in the Word of God. Key Scriptures: Psalm 111:10; Proverbs 1:7; Hebrews 12:28–29; Acts 9:31; Matthew 10:28–31 For more from Anchored in the Word please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/anchored-in-the-wordpage/