The Fear of God
Tuesday, November 30
The Fear of God
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7
True knowledge needed to conquer life only comes from the fear of the Lord, then and only then do we truly live out the life that God has already promised us. While we are seeking a breakthrough remember the fear of God is the beginning of knowledge and wisdom. To gain true understanding – one must fear the Lord – there must be reverence and respect for God and His power.
Many years ago my pastor taught us that knowledge is not wisdom. Knowledge (information or the know-how) comes from good education but wisdom (perception) is found in knowing God and following Him. In my understanding – knowledge is information – wisdom is the proper godly application of that knowledge – therefore to the believer wisdom and knowledge are to be inseparable.
Today I encourage you to seek Gods direction for the road ahead. Our lives are to be ones that constantly seek the Lord and His wisdom and instruction. Then and only then are we walking in the fear and wisdom of the Lord.