Monday, February 27, 2006
Real Fear (Count: Psalm 128)
Psalm 128 gives both the blessing and description of someone who truly "fears the Lord."
Do you fear God?
Growing up, I wished there was a better word than "fear." "Fear" is commonly associated with things that shock, scare, or disgust us (see: Fear Factor).
But the Bible's definition of "fear"?
Reverence. Awe. Dependence. Humility. Obedience.
Psalm 128:1 - "Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in His ways."
There it is. If I fear God, I'll do what He says. If I do what He says, I'll be blessed.
Much of this Psalm talks about what God's blessing could look like for you. Prosperity in your life. A healthy marriage. A strong legacy, possibly through your children.
What sort of blessing are you looking for from God? How would you like Him to respond on your behalf? Make things different?
Seems like that blessing is intimately tied to how much you really fear the Lord and do what He says.
Do you fear God?
Growing up, I wished there was a better word than "fear." "Fear" is commonly associated with things that shock, scare, or disgust us (see: Fear Factor).
But the Bible's definition of "fear"?
Reverence. Awe. Dependence. Humility. Obedience.
Psalm 128:1 - "Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in His ways."
There it is. If I fear God, I'll do what He says. If I do what He says, I'll be blessed.
Much of this Psalm talks about what God's blessing could look like for you. Prosperity in your life. A healthy marriage. A strong legacy, possibly through your children.
What sort of blessing are you looking for from God? How would you like Him to respond on your behalf? Make things different?
Seems like that blessing is intimately tied to how much you really fear the Lord and do what He says.
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I should add one comment, from the very helpful Archaeological Study Bible...
About the "sons" in Psalm 128:3 who are to "be like olive shoots around your table"...
"Although an olive tree might not bear fruit for 40 years, it is a symbol of long life and productivity - as are children in a household of faith. They are not like grass - here today, gone tomorrow."
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About the "sons" in Psalm 128:3 who are to "be like olive shoots around your table"...
"Although an olive tree might not bear fruit for 40 years, it is a symbol of long life and productivity - as are children in a household of faith. They are not like grass - here today, gone tomorrow."
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