Proverbs
Chapter 1
7
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Foreverme60.Ms's Note
Jul 25
This is not fear as we know fear. The Fear of God is felt because one understands the "fearful expectation of judgment" (Hebrews 10:27). Still, this is not a fear that leads one to despair, rather it must be coupled with trust, and most importantly, love. In Psalms 130:3-4, it is said, "If you, O Lord, kept a record of sins, O Lord, who could stand? But with you there is forgiveness; therefore you are feared."