Whoever has become a servant of the Lord fears only his…
“Whoever has become a servant of the Lord fears only his Master. But whoever is without the fear of God is often afraid of his own shadow. Fearfulness is the daughter of unbelief. A proud soul is the slave of fear; hoping in itself, in comes to such a state that it is startled by a small noise, and is afraid of the dark.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True reverence of God eliminates fear, while lack of faith breeds anxiety and self‑doubt.
In simple terms: Faith removes fear; lack of faith creates fear.
Cultivate sincere faith to overcome anxiety.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- ethical decision making
- overcoming personal insecurity
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust your fears reflect true danger?
- How can humility replace pride‑driven fear?
Human nature often clings to fear even when faith is present, making change difficult.