“In that day he will be your sure foundation, providing a rich store of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of the Lord is the key to this treasure.” Isaiah 33:6
He is mighty and powerful, He is majestic and merciful, and He is the ruler and creator of the entire universe. He has authority over heaven and hell and every living creature. He rides upon the clouds and His beauty is too much for the eye to see.
He spoke the world into existence. He makes His enemies a footstool for His feet. There is no one who can stand before Him. You are either with Him or against Him.
He is the final judge, His Son is the very one that died and rose again. Jesus was the ultimate sacrifice, His blood is what washes us and makes us white as snow. It is Jesus who stands in the gap, when God looks upon His people it is Jesus that He sees.
Number 6 on our list of things to crave-Fear of the Lord
“Listen, my child, to what your father teaches you” Proverbs 1:8 The Lord is our father, the Holy Spirit is our counselor, and the Word is what teaches us. When He says fear me and obey me, He does not say be afraid of Me, He says honor Me, be in awe of Me and My power, control and authority. Respect Me for I have given you life! And obey Me, obey all that I have commanded. Be loyal worshiping only Me.
So what are the benefits of fearing the Lord; A sure foundation in Him, rich salvation, wisdom and knowledge, a deeper love relationship and a deeper respect of His power and authority. He opens our hearts to see how merciful, compassionate and loving He is, which leaves us in awe, and for me longing for more!
I don’t know about you but I want the hidden treasure that is full of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. I want to show My Savior honor, respect, and admiration for all that He has bestowed upon me.
When our eyes are on ourselves and not on Jesus we lose fear. That is why discipline is SO important; it is the discipline of our heavenly Father that instills fear. And discipline comes from reading the Word, spending time with the Lord, and realizing we are sinful, weak, and desperately in need of Jesus!
Prayer: Jesus help us to not lose sight of how mighty and powerful you are. Jesus instill more discipline within our lives so that we will come to fear You more. Jesus we seek the treasure of salvation, wisdom and knowledge that is given when we fear You. Amen
