God speaks today Sunday | April 16, 2023
I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.
(Psalm 34:4)There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
(1 John 4:18) Fear or dread?
The author recalls their relationship with a renowned professor in Psychiatry who was feared by many due to his stern appearance. However, the author knew the professor well and did not fear him, but rather admired and loved him. The author explains that fear of God is not a paralyzing fear of punishment, but rather a fear of disappointing God and not being worthy of His trust. The fear of betraying God and not living up to His expectations is what guides us to live a life that dignifies and glorifies Him. By accepting this challenge and casting out fear from our lives, we can experience God's love in its fullness.
Read more...
Cross Reference
In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.
(Psalm 18:6)I love the LORD, because he hath heard my voice and my supplications.
(Psalm 116:1)Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
(Matthew 7:7)What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.
(Psalm 56:3)Comments: