Lets be serious does anyone really fear God?

brodano · #1 07-15-2008, 03:02 PM

I haven't heard it preached in years what has happen to our chruches.. Scared it might offend some one.

OnTheFritz · #2 07-15-2008, 03:11 PM

In my opinion, we should fear the Lord as a means of respect. As far as fear-based preaching... I don't see the big benefit. It reminds me of fear-based parenting... short-term results. I get the most out of preaching that furthers the development of my relationship with God.

Ferd · #3 07-15-2008, 03:14 PM

not nearly enough.

and anytime you hear about it, someone complains they are being picked on and mean preachers are using scare tactics.

don'cha know God is LOVE!

Brad Murphy · #4 07-15-2008, 03:23 PM

I got tired of spending my life in fear... just seemed like there should be more to it than that...

Ferd · #5 07-15-2008, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Brad Murphy

I got tired of spending my life in fear... just seemed like there should be more to it than that...

Brad, the fear of God isnt that. I am sorry that was your experience.

Ron · #6 07-15-2008, 03:28 PM

Fear of God is different than terror! That is what a sinner feels in taking his las breath.
Fear of God is realizing that he is God & I will answer for everything in my life.

It is a healthy respect.

ReformedDave · #7 07-15-2008, 03:45 PM

Matthew 10:28-- And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.

dizzyde · #8 07-15-2008, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Ron

Fear of God is different than terror! That is what a sinner feels in taking his las breath.
Fear of God is realizing that he is God & I will answer for everything in my life.

It is a healthy respect.

Sadly brother, I think that is all some people know, to be afraid of God.

Sister Alvear · #9 07-15-2008, 03:57 PM

I fear the Lord. I reverence Him and honor Him.

Tyk · #10 07-15-2008, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ron

Fear of God is different than terror! That is what a sinner feels in taking his las breath.
Fear of God is realizing that he is God & I will answer for everything in my life.

It is a healthy respect.

It is that simple, yet many people would feel people of this opinion, don't "fear" God..