Fear Quote by John Macarthur
“Fearing God has two aspects. The first is reverence. It is a sacred awe of God's utter holiness. It involves the kind of respect and veneration that results in fear in the presence of such absolute majesty. The second aspect is fear of God's displeasure. Genuine faith acknowledges God's right to chasten, His right to punish, and His right to judge.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Fear of God, by John Macarthur, 1995
God’s fear comprises reverence for His holiness and fear of His judgment, both rooted in genuine faith.
In simple terms: Reverence and fear of judgment.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate respectful awe of God.
Themes
faith
reverence
judgment
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
devotional
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- worship
- personal prayer
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
theology of fear
holiness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does reverence differ from terror?
- What role does fear play in moral behavior?
A Different Perspective
May be misinterpreted as promoting terror.
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