Topical Bible: Trust: The Fear of God Leads To

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In the biblical context, trust is deeply intertwined with the fear of God, a reverential awe and respect for the Almighty that leads to a life of faith and obedience. The fear of God is not merely an emotion but a foundational principle that guides believers in their relationship with Him, fostering trust and reliance on His promises and character.

The Fear of God as the Beginning of Wisdom

The fear of God is often described as the beginning of wisdom, a theme prevalent throughout the Scriptures. Proverbs 9:10 states, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." This fear is not about being afraid but about recognizing God's holiness, sovereignty, and justice, which leads to a deeper trust in His ways and purposes.

Trust in God's Protection and Provision

The fear of God leads to trust in His protection and provision. Psalm 34:7 declares, "The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear Him, and he delivers them." This verse illustrates the protective nature of God towards those who revere Him, encouraging believers to trust in His safeguarding presence. Similarly, Psalm 111:5 assures, "He provides food for those who fear Him; He remembers His covenant forever." Trust in God's provision is a natural outcome of fearing Him, as He is faithful to care for His people.

Trust in God's Guidance and Instruction

The fear of God also results in trust in His guidance and instruction. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." This passage emphasizes the importance of relying on God's wisdom rather than human understanding, a trust that is cultivated through a reverent fear of the Lord.

Trust in God's Justice and Righteousness

Believers who fear God trust in His justice and righteousness. Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 concludes, "Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind. For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether good or evil." The fear of God assures believers that He will ultimately judge with fairness and righteousness, encouraging trust in His moral governance of the world.

Trust in God's Unfailing Love

The fear of God leads to an understanding and trust in His unfailing love. Psalm 103:11 proclaims, "For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is His loving devotion for those who fear Him." This verse highlights the boundless love God has for those who revere Him, fostering a deep trust in His compassionate and steadfast nature.

Trust in God's Salvation and Deliverance

Finally, the fear of God is linked to trust in His salvation and deliverance. Isaiah 33:6 promises, "He will be the sure foundation for your times, a rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge; the fear of the LORD is the key to this treasure." The fear of God unlocks the treasures of His salvation, providing a secure foundation for believers to trust in His deliverance from sin and eternal separation.

In summary, the fear of God is a profound and transformative reverence that leads to trust in His character, promises, and actions. It is a guiding principle that shapes the believer's life, fostering a deep and abiding trust in the Lord.

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Proverbs 14:26
In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
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Of the Holy Fear of God
... The fear of God makes a man to obey humbly ... judgment and good pleasure of God; for
God looketh not ... keep ourselves in humility; and never to trust in ourselves ...
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Of the Way in which we Shall Mount Towards Perfection, Whereby we ...
... we may afterwards ascend from the fear of God up to ... the safeguard of it is, as I
said, "the fear of the ... from his superior; thirdly, if he puts no trust in his ...
/.../cassian/the works of john cassian /chapter xxxix of the way.htm

The Fear which Terminates in the Second Death.
... I. The fear which leads down to the lake of fire, may be that which precludes
trust in God and reliance on his grace in Christ. ...
/.../lee/sermons on various important subjects/sermon xx the fear which.htm

What it Means to Trust the Lord
... was nothing threatening that a Christian had need to fear. ... But trusting God is an
active, positive thing ... submission or surrender to circumstances is not trust. ...
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Eighth Sunday after Trinity Living in the Spirit as God's Children ...
... to him; he would always remain in fear and dread ... because of such doubt, would flee
from God, not daring ... the comfort spoken of, and a childlike trust which does ...
/.../luther/epistle sermons vol iii/eighth sunday after trinity living.htm

God is Our Refuge
... the Lord"that faith is growing, I fear, very rare ... young; for the young are tempted
to trust not in ... foresight, and are content to go where God leads them, and ...
/.../kingsley/all saints day and other sermons/sermon xxii god is our.htm

Yea, Though I Walk in the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I Will ...
... the valley and shadow of death, we need fear no evil ... We think of God, we remember
Him, but He seems afar off ... with faith and hope and child-like trust, the spell ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/callan/the shepherd of my soul/vii yea though i walk.htm

The Secret of Well-Being
... of the Lord,' which corresponds to, and is, in fact, but one phase of, trust in
Him ... is no such magnet to draw men from sin as the happy fear of God, which is ...
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Godly Fear and Its Goodly Consequence
... Holy fear leads us to dread anything which might cause our Father's ... She has come
to fear God. She has put her trust under the shadow of the Almighty's wings. ...
/.../spurgeon/sermons on proverbs/godly fear and its goodly.htm

The Knowledge of God
... honour, compared with the jealousy of God the Son for God the Father's ... of the Father,
we ought to have a godly fear of Christ; and if we trust Christ, we ...
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